Nonprofit Resources
Top Five February 2026 Announcements for Higher Education Institutions
February 27, 2026 – Here is a summary of the top five February 2026 U.S. Department of Education (ED) announcements and other resources for higher education institutions.
Nonprofit Issues Newsletter, February 2026
February 19, 2026 - Get insight to help you prepare for what's ahead. This issue of the Nonprofit Issues newsletter includes resources to help you plan for leadership transitions, build a stronger board, stay compliant with new regulations, and much more.
Treasury and IRS Provide Initial Guidance on Foreign Entity Restrictions for Clean Energy Credits
February 18, 2026 - Treasury and the IRS have provided initial guidance on the prohibited foreign entity restrictions on certain clean energy credits introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This includes what upcoming proposed regulations are expected to include and interim safe harbor information.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E5 – Work Life Balance
February 17, 2026 – In a world where "busy" is often worn as a badge of honor, is true work-life balance actually achievable? Join us for a candid conversation on shifting the narrative from constant hustle to sustainable success and finding a balance that actually works.
How the New Single Audit* Threshold May Affect Your Institution’s Audit Timeline
February 10, 2026 – The federal government has raised the federal funds spending threshold that triggers a Single Audit* under Uniform Guidance, beginning with fiscal years starting on or after October 1, 2024. Higher education institutions administering federal awards, including Title IV student aid funds, need to understand how this change may affect their audit timeline.
Top Four January 2026 Announcements for Higher Education Institutions
January 30, 2026 – Here is a summary of the top four January 2026 U.S. Department of Education and other announcements that apply to higher education institutions, along with information about a training course, webinar series, and more.
Anticipating Change: 7 Steps to an Effective Succession Plan
January 28, 2026 - What would happen if a member of your organization’s leadership team or other key employee left? Learn how a well-crafted succession plan can ensure smooth transitions during both anticipated and unforeseen nonprofit leadership changes.
Margin for Mission Podcast S1:E1 – The Big Why
January 20, 2026 - Welcome to Margin for Mission: The CRI CapinCrouse Podcast! Listen in as hosts Ken Tan and Chris Purnell discuss their passion for serving nonprofits and why leadership, wise counsel, strong relationships, and a healthy culture are essential for organizational success.
Nonprofit Issues Newsletter, December 2025
December 17, 2025 - Practical resources and insight to help you safeguard your organization, evaluate job titles, build a strong board, plan for coming tax changes, and more.
Practical Steps to Safeguard Your Nonprofit’s Financial Reporting System
December 12, 2025 - Technology can open new possibilities for greater impact and mission success, but it also requires organizations to protect sensitive financial data. Learn about common scenarios that can put your financial reporting system at risk and practical steps you can take to strengthen user administration and enhance system access controls.