Nonprofit Resources
The Changing Private Higher Education Risk Landscape
August 25, 2025 - The higher education landscape has undergone significant changes over the past year. Learn about the top risks identified by institutions and credit rating agencies, recent and pending policy and funding changes, and other key factors affecting the current risk environment for private nonprofit higher education institutions.
Important Considerations for Church Benevolence Programs
August 25, 2025 - A written benevolence program policy can help your church respond quickly and graciously to assist others during times of emergency or financial crisis. It can also protect the tax-exempt status of your church and the deductibility of donations made, and shield fund recipients from mistaken taxation.
Analyzing Key Financial Indicators: Debt Ratios and Measurements
August 25, 2025 - Monitoring and analyzing key debt ratios and measures can provide a comprehensive overview of how your church is managing its financing obligations. Learn why and how to do this, along with recommended benchmarks, in this article.
The Trickle-Down Effects of Compensation on Organizational Culture
August 1, 2025 - Compensation is a crucial aspect of work, and employees often equate it with their perceived value. This sometimes leads to assumptions and misunderstandings that can impact employee engagement and organizational culture. This article highlights how compensation practices influence organizational culture and offers practical ways your nonprofit can address this topic objectively and transparently.
What Nonprofits Need to Know About the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
July 29, 2025 - The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the “OBBBA”) introduces significant changes for tax-exempt organizations, from churches and educational institutions to charitable foundations and advocacy groups. Learn about the key provisions affecting nonprofits.
What Higher Education Institutions Need to Know About the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
July 24, 2025 - The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the “OBBBA”) signed into law on July 4, 2025, brings significant modifications and new considerations for higher education institutions. Learn more about these changes.
Personnel File Best Practices
June 24, 2025 - Learn how establishing consistent policies and procedures for collecting, storing, and maintaining personnel files can benefit your HR department while helping to ensure compliance with various regulations.
Higher Education Liquidity: How to Fund Your Mission During an Era of Financial Uncertainty
June 24, 2025 - Higher education leaders are facing a difficult financial reality, and traditional liquidity measures are proving inadequate. This article provides an overview of current liquidity challenges in higher education and potential options to address them.
Performing Risk Assessment in Churches
June 24, 2025 - With thoughtful planning and support, including an effective risk assessment process in your internal audit function can help your church protect its resources, maintain financial integrity, and proactively manage risk.
When Your Institution Is Facing an Uncertain Future: Closing the Right Way
June 24, 2025 - In today’s challenging higher education landscape, some institutions may face the difficult decision to close. Here is a step-by-step approach to navigating institutional closure with transparency, care, and purpose.