Nonprofit Resources
Business Risks from the Student Financial Aid Office
A failure to thoughtfully consider the related impacts between functional areas or departments creates business risks that may stilt your institution’s ability to serve your students and accomplish your mission and vision. Learn about two current business risks arising from the student financial aid office that are vying for and deserving attention.
How the New GDPR Data Privacy Standards May Affect Your Nonprofit
The European Union’s comprehensive new regulation governing privacy practices goes into effect on May 25, 2018. U.S.-based nonprofit organizations shouldn’t assume they are exempt, even if they do not operate in the EU. Here's why.
A Template for Successful Nonprofit Mergers and Acquisitions
Nonprofit mergers and acquisitions can be beneficial for both organizations involved, but they require a significant investment of time and effort. If your organization is considering joining with another entity, these four phases will help guide you through the necessary steps.
Tax-Free Reimbursement and Deductibility of Moving Expenses Suspended Under the New Tax Act
Previously, employers could for or reimburse moving expenses for new or relocating employees on a tax-free basis. However, under the new tax bill these payments are now taxable to the employee.
Business as Mission: A Good Fit for Your Mission?
For the last few decades, many North American Christian missionary-sending organizations have become increasingly interested in the concept of sending missionaries with a "businessperson" label. The challenges and impediments to the success of this alternative missionary wave have typically come within three categories.
How to Generate Revenue Enhancement Opportunities for Your Institution
Many higher education institutions are considering alternative revenue sources as a way to bring in extra funding. As with most initiatives, the key is to plan diligently (Luke 14:28).
For Sale – Your Data on the Dark Markets
Learn about the dark web, the risks it poses, and some simple steps you can take to protect your organization.
Cybersecurity Best Practices for Churches
Cybersecurity is no longer an “IT issue.” It’s a critical operational issue. Church leaders need to understand the risk and ensure they are devoting the proper resources to addressing it.
5 Steps to Strengthen Your Church’s Cybersecurity Defenses
Hacking has been receiving a great deal of attention lately in the political arena, but many church leaders may not realize the severity and scope of the threat to their own ministry.
Third-Party Administrators vs. Retirement Plan Sponsors: Who’s Responsible for What?
If your organization sponsors an employee retirement plan, you are responsible for complying with the complex standards and regulations. It’s vital to understand what your responsibilities as the plan sponsor are, versus the responsibilities you may contract out.