treasurer

Nonprofit Reimbursement Approvals: Ditch the Old School Paper Chase

Simplifying Reimbursements for Nonprofits Processing reimbursements can be a time-consuming and sometimes frustrating part of your role…

Do I Need Nonprofit-Specific Accounting Software?

For many volunteer treasurers, the choice of accounting software is often inherited rather than chosen. In other…

Financial Risk Assessment Checklist for Nonprofits

Serving on the board of a nonprofit organization can be a labor of love. Whether you're the…

MoneyMinder’s Top 10 Blog Articles of 2024

Here at MoneyMinder, we're always focused on providing valuable resources to help organizations like nonprofits, school groups,…

50+ Restaurants that do Fundraisers without a Middleman in 2025

Looking to host a fundraiser for your local nonprofit, school, sports team or community group? Why not…

990-EZ Extension: What is IRS Form 8868?

If you're a small, tax-exempt organization with gross receipts averaging between $50,000 and $200,000, you are likely…

Nonprofit Best Practices: Fiscal Year Alignment

Many nonprofits find themselves in a situation where their budget period, bylaws and financial software don't align…

What is a Form 990-N?

IRS Form 990-N, often referred to as the "e-Postcard", is a document that most small, tax-exempt organizations…

Nonprofit Treasurer Forms & Templates: A Tip From Cyndi

https://youtu.be/-UUU-MU0_74?si=-Too5BwLu5uYUQy_ So, you're the new treasurer? Congratulations! No matter how you got here, you've got an important…

Video Series Helps New Volunteer Treasurers Navigate the Role

If there's one thing we know here at MoneyMinder, it's the unique challenges faced by volunteer treasurers.…

New Year Startup Tips for Nonprofit Treasurers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eDE7nrHEfk Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about New…

The Treasurer’s Report: Everything You Need to Know

The Treasurer's Report is a critical document for any nonprofit, no matter the size. Many large nonprofits…

Your First 30 Days as a Parent Group Treasurer

Taking on the role of PTO/PTA Treasurer can be both rewarding and challenging. As the financial point…

PTO / PTA Treasurer Duties: A Month-to-Month Guide

Raising your hand to be your PTO or PTA Treasurer might seem like a straightforward task. How…

PTO & PTA Treasurer’s Summer Checklist

10 Ways for Parent Group Treasurers to Wrap Up and Prepare As a busy parent volunteer, we…

How to Prepare for Your Nonprofit Group’s Audit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sb3NcF3mxiQ&t=4s Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about how…

How to Get Started as a Group or Club Treasurer

So, you've become your group or club's treasurer! Whether it was a volunteer move or you've been…

Which Form 990 do PTOs and PTAs Need to File?

The world of tax forms can be confusing for Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Associations (PTAs). Let's…

Year-End Tips for Outgoing Nonprofit Treasurers

Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder’s Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGJJ0eKMk0A Welcome to…

What is the Role of a Treasurer?

This article was originally written in 2013 and was edited in 2024. The treasurer of a nonprofit…

The Magic Formula for PTO & PTA Budgets

A budget is the foundation of success for any nonprofit, and that includes Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO)…

Should Club Treasurers do a Monthly Audit, an Annual Audit, or Both?

Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder’s Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. Welcome to the…

End-of-Year Checklist for PTO & PTA Treasurers

As the end of the school year approaches, many Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Associations (PTAs) have…

The Essential Guide to Youth Sports Team Accounting

Good accounting practices are essential for youth sports teams to ensure transparency and accountability of the funds…

How to Make your Treasurer Reports So Sexy People Will Look (and Listen)

Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder's Two Minute Treasurer's Tip Podcast. Welcome to the…

10 Ways for Your HOA Board to Kickstart the New Fiscal Year

Most Homeowners Associations operate on the fiscal year starting January 1st. So, welcome to a new year…

5 Ways to Set Your Booster Club Up for Success This New Year

As the calendar turns and the new year unfolds, booster clubs find themselves in a key time…

How MoneyMinder Supports a Paperless Workflow for Treasurers

As Treasurer for your group, you play a critical role in managing finances and keeping track of…

5 Benefits of Using a Budget

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below.…

How to Start a Concession Stand: A Guide for Boosters & Other School Clubs

Booster Clubs play an integral role in supporting school sports teams and other extracurricular activities. One of…

10 Tips for Masterful (and Meaningful) Meetings for Small Nonprofit Groups

Is your small nonprofit group (PTA, Boosters, Scouts, Service or Social Club) struggling to make the most…

Getting Started as Treasurer [Video]

So, you’ve just become the new treasurer for your nonprofit. Way to go! But now what? Here…

5 Must-Have Features When Choosing Parent Group Treasurer Software (PTA, PTO, Boosters)

As the new school year approaches, parent groups such as PTAs, PTOs and Booster Clubs are gearing…

Can the Treasurer Serve on the Audit Committee?

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below.…

How to Select a Good Bank or Credit Union for Your Small Group or Nonprofit

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below.…

Bad Checks: What if Your Nonprofit Receives an NSF Check?

When your small nonprofit receives an NSF (Non-Sufficient Funds) Check, it can not only be an inconvenience…

Do You Need to Change Your Financial Year Start Date?

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below.…

How to Manage Unused Gift Cards that Have Been Donated to Your Organization

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer's Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with…

How to Get a Business to Sponsor Your Booster Club

Whether your booster club supports band, athletics or something else, there is no doubt about your important…

Making Adjustments Mid-Year Based on a Budget Analysis

Following is a transcript of this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast from MoneyMinder, with audio/video below.…