Nonprofit funding

Read more about the article Mastering NFP Endowment Accounting: Essential Compliance and Reporting Strategies for Nonprofits

Mastering NFP Endowment Accounting: Essential Compliance and Reporting Strategies for Nonprofits

Endowments are a cornerstone for nonprofit financial sustainability, providing a permanent funding source that enables organizations to support their mission for generations. Yet, nonprofit endowment fund accounting is daunting, with complex compliance requirements and evolving standards such as UPMIFA (Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act) and ASC 958. For nonprofits and their boards, proper endowment management entails more than maintaining spreadsheets — it involves building stakeholder trust and ensuring the organization’s long-term future. In this guide, Temple Management CPA shares everything you need to know about accounting, compliance, and reporting for nonprofit endowment funds.

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Read more about the article Sound Governance and Leadership for NFPs: Securing Your Mission in 2025

Sound Governance and Leadership for NFPs: Securing Your Mission in 2025

In the rapidly evolving nonprofit landscape of 2025, not-for-profit organizations (NFPs) are more essential than ever. They fight for causes, fill social gaps, and drive meaningful change. But organizational impact and survival don’t occur by accident. Today’s NFPs are under greater scrutiny, face complex financial realities, and must contend with both internal and external challenges—from shifting regulations to donor expectations and digital transformation. At the core of an NFP’s success lies sound governance and strong, ethical leadership.

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Read more about the article Mastering Nonprofit Budgeting and Cash Flow: Strategies for Financial Sustainability

Mastering Nonprofit Budgeting and Cash Flow: Strategies for Financial Sustainability

Effective financial management is crucial for the success and sustainability of nonprofit organizations. Unlike for-profit entities, nonprofits face unique financial challenges, including reliance on donations, grants, and other variable funding sources. This makes budgeting and cash flow management essential to maintaining operational stability and achieving long-term goals. Key concepts such as budgeting, cash flow management, and financial sustainability are not just financial jargon; they are the backbone of a nonprofit's ability to fulfill its mission and serve its community.

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