Tag Archives: Church

Remember to say “Thank You”

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Michele

I am a southern girl and manners were a big deal to my mom.  She taught me the importance of respecting individuals in positions of authority with my words.  There was value placed on responding to questions with “yes ma’am, … Continue reading →

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Tax Benefits of Giving

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Michele

While we at Aplos believe your donation to a charity should come from a heart of selflessness and generosity, we know that individuals benefit for their benevolence on their tax return as well.  Below is an article from Charity Navigator … Continue reading →

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Lessons Learned Starting a Church or Nonprofit from Scratch

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Michele

My husband and I started our nonprofit about a year ago and I had no idea what was about to transpire. The nonprofit world was actually quite foreign to me, thus the crash course that inevitably ensued this last year. … Continue reading →

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Accountability

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Michele

~ The ancient Romans had a tradition: whenever one of their engineers constructed an arch, as the capstone was hoisted into place, the engineer assumed accountability for his work in the most profound way possible: he stood under the arch. … Continue reading →

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Attracting Volunteers for Your Organization

Posted on July 14, 2010 by Michele

If I were to survey all the great organizations, be it a church or nonprofit, and ask them what has been the key to their success, there is no doubt in my mind the majority would focus in on the … Continue reading →

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Why We Do What We Do

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Michele

This past weekend, I was reminded of why the value we place on simplicity with Aplos as a product, goes hand in hand with our desire for the typical individual to experience simplicity when working for your organization.  Anytime I … Continue reading →

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Aplos Adding Web Based Accounting Software

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Michele

We are very close to launching our web-based product and excited to offer you yet another incredible software option.  Because web based accounting software has become so popular, many individuals find themselves switching from a more traditional desktop version.  While … Continue reading →

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More Contribution Questions Answered

Posted on July 5, 2010 by Michele

I am continuing on the topic of contributions.  My previous post clarified some questions any of us working in the fund accounting world might have. Here are a few more answers to the most asked contribution questions. Is there a … Continue reading →

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Contribution Questions Answered

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Michele

Contributions are the foundation upon which your organization operates and exists.  As you know, they play a tremendous role.  Managing them, stewarding them, and accounting for them within the fund accounting framework requires time and organization.  If you are like … Continue reading →

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