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Tight Review Cycles: How to Survive the Deadline Doom Loop Without Losing Your Mind

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

Youve got one draft, three department heads who want to review it, a finance team that needs to “double-check just one thing,” and a program lead whos suddenly out of office. Communicate key dates earlylike when drafts will be ready, when comments are due, and when final sign-off happens. Weve all been there.

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Understanding Fiscal Agents: What They Do and When You Need One 

Wild Apricot

It works well for groups that aren’t yet ready to incorporate or don’t plan to become a formal nonprofit. The agent handles the finances but doesn’t control your work. You’re looking for basic help with finance and compliance. You’re seeking help beyond finances, like HR, liability coverage or insurance.

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Grant Budgets for Nonprofits: Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid

Grant Writing Made Easy

When the budget doesn’t align with the story you’re telling—or worse, contradicts it—it sends a clear message to reviewers: this organization may not be ready to manage grant funding effectively. Consult with finance staff or partners early. Ready to Take Your Grant Writing and Budgeting Skills to the Next Level?

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Building Resilient Funding Models: Essential Tips for Nonprofit Finance Professionals

Blackbaud

Finance plays a crucial role in building a sustainable and scalable funding strategy. Finance professionals can provide key insights into risk analysis, financial forecasting, and performance measurement, ensuring each new revenue stream supports your long-term sustainability and growth. The good news?

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The 4 Core Nonprofit Financial Statements & Their Insights

Pamela Grow

Because your organization cant turn a profit by definition, the goal of tracking your finances is to demonstrate to donors, funders, the government, and the community that youre using your funding responsibly to further your mission. Accountability is at the heart of nonprofit accounting.

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Your Nonprofit Team: Attracting, Retaining Talent

The NonProfit Times

Think beyond health insurance. By creating an inclusive, supportive environment and investing in peoples growth, your organization will be ready to face new challenges and expand its impact. ** Jackie Sue Griffin is owner and executive director of Jackie Sue Griffin Associates in Tampa, Florida.

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How to Build a Better Nonprofit Budget in Less Time and with Less Stress

Blackbaud

But when you have all the pieces—accurate data, a clear process, and a finance team to put it together—you can make a three-course meal look easy. These are set costs like headquarters rent, insurance, and administrative salaries. Once reviewed and approved, the budget is ready to be implemented.