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How to Improve Your Internal Controls to Minimize Audit Findings

Blackbaud

Strong internal controls promote financial transparency and accountability, demonstrating that funds are being used ethically and effectively. Some of these types can be managed directly within your fund accounting software , such as approval rules to make sure the right people review an expense before its paid.

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Understanding Endowments: Purpose, Protection, and Stewardship

Blackbaud

Respecting those intentions is both a legal and ethical obligation. The Role of Spending Policies Organizations establish spending policies to ensure that endowment funds are used wisely. Spending policies must be thoughtfully evaluated by the organization’s leadership and board and reviewed each year.

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19 socially responsible companies to inspire your CSR efforts

Bonterra

Socially responsible companies focus on values, ethics, and using their resources to make the world a better place. For instance, CSR initiatives may include environmental sustainability efforts, ethical labor practices or fair trade, philanthropy, or community engagement. Social responsibility.

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Inclusive AI adoption to drive nonprofit missions

Candid

By listening to diverse voices and identifying inclusive implementation practices, nonprofits can help make sure AI serves the needs of all communities and is used ethically and equitably to address social issues. Develop an AI policy The first step is to create a policy that guides, rather than restricts, AI use.

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Ethical Considerations in School Fundraising — Transparency, Safety & Legal Compliance

Big Fundraising Ideas

Ethical Considerations in School FundraisingTransparency, Safety & Legal Compliance What Are the Ethical Considerations in School Fundraising? Ethical considerations in school fundraising ensure that activities are transparent and legally compliant and the well-being of participants is prioritized.

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Technology as Partner (not Product) in Knowledge Work

Blackbaud

I have been brought to tears trying to figure out what was wrong with me and why I couldn’t “get it”—a software program, an app, a data platform—or couldn’t get it to do what I needed it to do. You may be tasked with demonstrating the value of policy initiatives targeting underage vaping.

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3 Best Practices for Streamlining Your Endowment Management

Blackbaud

If your donor provides a significant contribution to your endowment with the goal of launching a scholarship program, for example, you have legal and ethical responsibilities to steward those funds to provide scholarships as directed. See how with our infographic, Simplifying Endowment Management with Fund Accounting Software.