Nonprofit 411 Blog

Exceeding the $1M threshold is a nonprofit landmark, and you’re likely tackling your first audit. By the time you reach the $1M mark, you’ve likely got 1) established programs, 2) program and admin staff, and/or 3) credibility in your community.  At this phase, you’re not just thinking about keeping the lights on, you’re thinking about the big S words: scaling, sustainability, and stewardship. Here’s a 10-minute strategy audit to ensure you’re ready for what’s to come.

Nonprofit organizations face unique challenges in attracting and retaining top talent. With budgets often constrained and salaries that may lag the private sector, nonprofits must lean on the strength of their benefits packages to remain competitive. Among these, a robust retirement plan—such as a 401(k)—stands out as one of the most powerful tools for both recruitment and retention.

The Board of Directors is the guiding hand of any nonprofit organization, responsible for governance, financial health, oversight of operations and adherence to mission, strategic plans and advocacy. 

On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1), a sweeping tax reform package that revises and extends many provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. For nonprofit organizations, the bill brings significant changes—some challenging, some beneficial. These provisions take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025, giving nonprofits the remainder of 2025 to prepare.

Marketing automation may not be the first priority you think about when considering how to allocate your limited resources, but you may be overlooking a highly effective growth opportunity to increase donor engagement.

A promise is a promise. But that doesn’t always mean that it can or will be enforced — especially in the area of charitable giving. Donors sometimes make charitable pledges, but intervening events, such as an economic downturn or dissatisfaction with how the charity uses the gift, may cause donors to delay or even fail to fulfill their pledges.