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Form 990 Online Filing Wizard

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Michele

When filing returns and forms with the IRS, I appreciate online wizards that attempt to take that which is complex and make it simple.  This year will be my first time to file a form 990 for my own non … Continue reading →

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3 Risk Free Online Creative Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Michele

I believe there are better ways to fundraise for your organization than the typical bake sale or car wash.  Below are some great fundraising suggestions that may prove to benefit your nonprofit. 3 Risk Free Online Creative Fundraising Ideas for … Continue reading →

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Facebook Fan Page for your Website

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Michele

A number of years ago, I remember hearing about an internet site where you post information about yourself and invite people to be your friends.  In all honesty, the whole things sounded a little absurd. Why would I care about … Continue reading →

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Form 990 Help (Getting Prepared)

Posted on September 23, 2010 by Michele

Before sitting down to fill out your form 990, I encourage you to gather some paperwork and information required on the form. Some items on the list may or may not be needed depending on your organization and the type … Continue reading →

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Form 990 Help (The Basics)

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Michele

During a meeting about Aplos, the topic of Form 990 and its long list of instructions presented itself.  For those of you unfamiliar with Form 990, the Return for Organizations Exempt from Income Tax, I would like to provide a … Continue reading →

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Batch Entry within Aplos?

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Michele

As much as we pride ourselves on being simple and easy to understand in the world of fund accounting, we recognize tasks within our own software that might merit an explanation.  For instance, in the Cash Transactions module, you will … 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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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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In-kind advertising for non-profit organizations

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Michele

If your nonprofit is looking for an opportunity for some exposure, you might want to check into Google’s in-kind advertising grant.  The program is described as “a unique in-kind donation program awarding free AdWords advertising to select charitable organizations. We … Continue reading →

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Establishing Good Fund Accounting Habits

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Michele

Implementing policies and procedures to properly maintain your accounts is a necessary task.  What I have found in managing my own nonprofit’s fund accounting, leads me to help us consider some important habits to establish from the very beginning.  Maybe … Continue reading →

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