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Grant Funding Uncertainties: Making Sense of Federal Grant Freezes and Executive Orders Under the New Administration
As the federal government continues to realign funding priorities, nonprofit organizations, government entities, and other entities receiving federal funds, such as healthcare, higher education, and other entities, must remain diligent in tracking changes to compliance requirements and funding restrictions. Executive orders issued in 2025 have resulted in notable shifts, particularly in funding eligibility, permissible activities, and reporting obligations.
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Warning Signs Within: Internal Red Flags That Could Signal Nonprofit Financial Trouble
While economic pressures and federal funding cuts are grabbing headlines, some of the greatest risks to a nonprofit's financial health may already be lurking inside the organization. From unexplained budget variances to unchecked executive authority, knowing what to look for, and when to act, can make all the difference.
Is Your Nonprofit Classifying Workers Correctly? What the IRS Wants You to Know
Misclassifying workers as independent contractors instead of employees can expose your nonprofit to back taxes, penalties, and unwanted IRS scrutiny. Understanding the difference is not just a compliance checkbox. It is a safeguard for your organization's financial health and long-term stability. Here is what every nonprofit leader needs to know.
How Nonprofits Can Put Data Analytics to Work
Data analytics can help nonprofits of all sizes uncover trends, measure program impact, and make smarter decisions. If your organization has assumed this kind of technology is out of reach, think again. The right approach, tools, and guidance can make a data-driven strategy more accessible and affordable than you might expect.
What Is the Right Number of Directors for Your Nonprofit Board?
Determining the right board size is one of the most consequential governance decisions a nonprofit can make. Too few directors and you risk burnout and blind spots; too many and engagement can suffer. This article explores the trade-offs of small vs. large boards and how to find the right fit for your organization.
Valuing Donated Goods: What Every Nonprofit Should Know
Nonprofits regularly receive donations of tangible property, from used clothing to equipment and artwork. But assigning an accurate value to these items is more complex than it may seem. Understanding fair market value, the key factors that influence it, and the exceptions that may apply is essential for sound financial reporting and donor compliance.
How Nonprofits of Any Size Can Build an Effective Enterprise Risk Management Program
Enterprise risk management isn't just for large organizations. With the right framework, nonprofits of any size can identify, prioritize, and address the risks that threaten their mission. Learn how a practical ERM approach, built around four key steps, can help your organization protect what matters most and make more intentional decisions.
How a Spousal IRA Can Unlock Retroactive Tax Savings for Your Household
Leaving the workforce does not mean leaving retirement savings behind. A spousal IRA lets a nonworking spouse keep building retirement security using the working spouse's income. With a contribution deadline of April 15, 2026, for the 2025 tax year, there may still be time to reduce your tax bill and strengthen your financial future.
Are Your Business Losses Subject to the Excess Business Loss Rule?
If your business or rental property generates significant losses, you may not be able to deduct the full amount in the current tax year. With new legislation making the excess business loss rule permanent and lowering deduction thresholds starting in 2026, the stakes for proactive tax planning have never been higher.
New Tax Deductions for Tips and Overtime: What Workers Need to Know for 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduced new federal tax deductions for tip and overtime income, retroactive to January 1, 2025. Workers in eligible occupations may deduct up to $25,000 in tips and up to $12,500 in overtime income, but documentation, eligibility rules, and phaseout thresholds make navigating these deductions more complex than they appear.
Congratulations on Your SHIELD Award! Your Innovations May Qualify for the R&D Tax Credit
Government contractors performing work for SHIELD can save cash tax and reduce taxes by claiming the R&D tax credit on qualified efforts.
IRS Releases Final Form Instructions for Taxpayers Claiming the R&D Tax Credit
The revised instructions address changes to the treatment of §174A domestic research expenditures and align with prior IRS guidance and clarifications on reporting requirements.
New Charitable Deduction Rules for 2026: What Donors Need to Know
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has transformed the charitable deduction landscape for 2026. Itemizers now face new limitations, while nonitemizers gain permanent deduction opportunities. Understanding these changes is essential for maximizing your tax benefits while supporting the causes you care about.
How to Manage Customer Tabs Without Risking Your Cash Flow
Offering tabs to regular customers can boost loyalty and sales, but without proper systems in place, unpaid balances can quickly spiral out of control. Learn how to create a clear policy, track credit effectively, and collect overdue amounts while maintaining positive customer relationships.
The $146 Million Wake-Up Call: How Ghost Employee Fraud is Silently Draining Organizations
Ghost employee fraud is silently draining organizations of millions through fictitious payroll entries. A recent Florida case exposed a $146 million scheme that went undetected for a decade. Forensic specialists use advanced analytics and investigative techniques to uncover these schemes, quantify losses, and help organizations recover funds while strengthening internal controls.
Earned Wage Access: What Employers Need to Know Before Implementation
Earned wage access is gaining traction as an employee benefit, but employers must carefully evaluate the risks and regulatory considerations before implementation. Understanding the CFPB's recent guidance and potential operational impacts is essential for making informed decisions about this increasingly popular payroll tool.
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