Giving circles are collaborative groups that pool charitable contributions and collectively decide which organizations to fund. They are growing in popularity and funding power across the U.S. For nonprofits, cultivating relationships with these groups can open doors to diversified funding, passionate advocates, and donors who give more to a wider range of causes.

Nonprofit mergers can strengthen revenue streams, expand mission impact, and improve operational efficiency, but they also come with significant risks. Before moving forward, organizations need to carefully weigh donor restrictions, workforce changes, unexpected costs, and succession planning to ensure the merger delivers the long-term benefits they are seeking.

Nonprofits plan for natural disasters, but what about harassment allegations, embezzlement, or a damaging social media post? Reputational crises can be just as destructive as physical ones. Knowing how to identify your risks, build a response team, and communicate with transparency can make all the difference when a crisis strikes.

Paying nonprofit board members is legal in most cases and may even make strategic sense. But it comes with real trade-offs, including donor perception concerns and strict IRS requirements. Before your organization takes this step, it is important to weigh the pros and cons carefully and ensure full compliance.

The CAS Board rescinded CAS 404, 408, 409, and 411, conforming them to GAAP effective August 7, 2026. Here's what it means for government contractors.

Ready for your SOC 2 audit? This readiness assessment checklist walks through scope, controls, evidence, and the auditor's role, step-by-step.

Colorado and California will tax remotely accessed software and SaaS in 2027. Learn how these sales tax changes may affect your business and how to prepare.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act changed how nonprofits give incentives, compensation rules, and endowment taxes. Learn what changed and strategies to adapt.

Midyear is the perfect time for individuals to review their tax strategy. From evaluating your bracket and weighing the standard deduction against itemizing, to harvesting investment losses and accelerating deductible expenses, proactive planning now can reduce your tax bill in April. Discover key tips to make the most of 2026.

Summer is a great time to enjoy the season - but it can also be a smart time to plan ahead for tax savings. From renting out your home during a local event to sending the kids to day camp, several warm-weather activities may qualify for valuable tax benefits.

Stay ahead of the latest tax developments with this roundup of important reminders for individuals. Topics include a warning about fake IRS CP53E notices, the new Section 530A "Trump Accounts," tax benefits tied to home renovations, a deduction for tipped employees, and steps to protect your financial records from disasters.

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners' latest biennial report analyzes more than 2,400 occupational fraud cases across 143 countries. From shifting perpetrator profiles to the antifraud controls that deliver the greatest return on investment, the findings offer a timely roadmap for organizations looking to strengthen their defenses. Read the full article here.

Bankruptcy does not have to mean the end of your business. As Chapter 11 filings surge across the country, more companies are choosing reorganization over liquidation. A business valuation professional can be a critical asset during this process, providing the financial clarity and strategic insight needed to successfully restructure and move forward.

Non-qualified deferred compensation plans can be a valuable executive recruitment and retention tool, but their complexity leaves them prone to compliance errors, investment missteps, and communication failures. Knowing where plans commonly go wrong, and how to avoid those pitfalls, is essential to preserving their intended value for both companies and participants.

Health care costs can be a major financial burden, but many of these expenses may be tax-deductible if you itemize. From prescription drugs to long-term care insurance premiums, eligible write-offs may be broader than you think. Learn how to calculate your deduction and identify the expenses that may qualify.