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Nonprofit Best Practices: Fiscal Year Alignment
Many nonprofits find themselves in a situation where their budget period, bylaws and financial software don’t align with their official year as stated with the IRS an their Secretary of State. While it’s possible to manage this with extra effort (and risk), there’s a much simpler solution: fiscal year alignment. Benefits of Fiscal Year Alignment…
How to Get Volunteers Up to Speed Quickly
As a leader, it can be frustrating when it feels easier to do everything yourself rather than delegate tasks to others. However, building a team or community to help can alleviate stress and further your cause. In this episode of the Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast, you’ll find tips to make the most out of…
Nonprofit Treasurer Forms & Templates: A Tip From Cyndi
So, you’re the new treasurer? Congratulations! No matter how you got here, you’ve got an important job on your hands. Cyndi is here with some introductory videos to help kickstart you in your new role. The series, called Strong Treasurers, Strong Communities, can be found on YouTube. In this episode, Cyndi has an important suggestion…
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 lovingly assigned out of necessity, this can be a rewarding responsibility—and a vital one to your club’s success. So, first and foremost, be proud of your newly assigned role. Next, it’s time to make sure you know what…
Year-End Tips for Outgoing Nonprofit Treasurers
Following is a transcript from this episode of MoneyMinder’s Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. Welcome to the Two-Minute Treasurer’s Tip Podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about year-end tips for treasurers who will be ending their tenure. School group treasurers, you will also find this PTO/PTA Treasurers Year-End Checklist handy. If you’re getting…
What is the Role of a Treasurer?
The treasurer of a nonprofit organization is usually appointed by the other members of that organization’s board. The role of treasurer is arguably one of the most important board positions in a nonprofit organization. After all, without someone carefully watching the finances and budgets, the organization has a higher chance of failing to meet its objectives.
Volunteer Thank You Video: Free Editable Canva Template
The countdown to Volunteer Appreciation Week is on. How will you use this special holiday to boost volunteer appreciation? As a busy volunteer yourself, we know time is of the essence, so we’ve got you covered! Introducing the editable Volunteer Week Thank You Video, an editable Canva template by MoneyMinder. This is a free and…
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 Two Minute Treasurer’s Tip podcast. I’m Cyndi Meuchel, and today we’re talking about how to make your financial reports so sexy, people will read them. So, truth be told, I Googled that topic before I started this podcast,…
Tips for Filling Open Nonprofit Board Positions
Joining the board of a nonprofit organization can be a deeply fulfilling experience. It is a chance to contribute to your community and support a cause you care about. Whether it is for a PTO, Booster Club, Charity, Art Group or Service Club, these positions help make a tangible difference in the world. However, filling…
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 to set the stage for the remaining months of the school year. While most boosters have their financial start date on July 1st, the post-holiday period offers a unique opportunity to re-evaluate your plan, reinvigorate the group and…