Nonprofit Financial Commons

Nonprofit Leaders: How Prepared Are You for 2025? Financial uncertainty is nothing new for nonprofits—but the risks ahead in 2025 could have an unprecedented impact on funding, operations, and mission-driven work. Is your organization ready? Join us for "Assessing Your Financial Risk in 2025: A Three-Level Framework" to gain a clearer picture of your nonprofit’s risk position and explore strategies for resilience. March 17, 2025 2:00–3:30 PM ET Reserve Your Spot Now: https://lnkd.in/eTg5wuRt - Learn how to position your nonprofit on a financial risk matrix and what it means for your next steps. - Discover ways to leverage social capital for funding, influence, and stability. - Explore strategies for diversifying revenue and ensuring long-term sustainability. - Hear from nonprofit leaders navigating financial threats right now—and what’s working for them. Hilda Polanco of BDO will lead the conversation, joined by nonprofit leaders who are facing real funding cliffs and already implementing survival strategies. Don’t wait until the impact is here—get ahead of financial risk with insights you can apply today. Register Now and take control of your nonprofit’s financial future! https://lnkd.in/eTg5wuRt Presenters: Hilda Polanco, 904WARD, Lorin Thies, Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center, Teresa Stafford (she/her/hers), Dana Britto, R. Wade Rogers, CPA, Ruth McCambridge, Mark Hager #NonprofitFinance #RiskManagement #NonprofitLeadership #NonprofitStrategy #FinancialPlanning #RevenueDiversification #FundraisingStrategy #BoardGovernance #SocialImpact #GrantFunding #NonprofitSustainability #NonprofitInnovation #LeadershipDevelopment #ImpactDriven #NonprofitGrowth #MissionDriven

Is your nonprofit making the most of QuickBooks Online? Are you wondering if it’s time to integrate new tools—or even transition to a more advanced system? Register for our course - https://lnkd.in/eBbqaye6 Join us for Nonprofits and QuickBooks 2025: How to Optimize, Enhance, and Weigh Its Alternatives—a three-day training designed to help nonprofit finance professionals: - Optimize QuickBooks for better reporting, grant tracking, and budgeting - Enhance efficiency with automation and integrations - Evaluate when QuickBooks is no longer meeting your needs & explore alternatives like NetSuite, Sage Intacct, and Intuit’s Enterprise Suite Dates: March 25–27 Live Online Training (Recordings & slides included!) Don’t miss this opportunity to take your nonprofit’s financial management to the next level! REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/eBbqaye6 Jing Cheng, Ruth McCambridge, Dana Britto, Mark Hager, R. Wade Rogers, CPA #NonprofitFinance #QuickBooks #NonprofitAccounting #FinanceTraining #GrantManagement #NetSuite #SageIntacct #Intuit #EnterpriseAccounting #AccountingSoftware #CloudAccounting #NonprofitGrowth #FinancialReporting #Bookkeeping #NonprofitTech

?? Last Chance! Early-Bird Pricing Ends Tonight! ?? If your nonprofit relies on QuickBooks Online, you can’t afford to miss this training! Nonprofits and QuickBooks 2025: How to Optimize, Enhance, and Weigh Its Alternatives is your roadmap to smarter, more efficient financial management. Register here - https://lnkd.in/eBbqaye6 In just three sessions, you’ll learn how to: ? Optimize QuickBooks for better reporting and budgeting ? Integrate tools to streamline your workflow ? Know when it’s time to transition to a more advanced system Dates: March 25–27 Early-Bird Price: $199 (Ends Tonight!) Don’t wait—register now before the price jumps to $249 tomorrow! Registration Here - https://lnkd.in/eBbqaye6 #NonprofitFinance #QuickBooks #NonprofitAccounting #FinanceTraining #NonprofitLeadership #NetSuite #SageIntacct #Intuit #EnterpriseAccounting #FinancialManagement #FundAccounting #AccountingSoftware #CloudAccounting #NonprofitSuccess #GrantManagement #NonprofitGrowth #Automation #FinancialReporting #Bookkeeping #NonprofitTech Ruth McCambridge, Jing Cheng, Dana Britto, Mark Hager, R. Wade Rogers, CPA

Beyond QuickBooks: Optimizing Nonprofit Financial Systems in 2025 Nonprofit finance is evolving—is your financial system keeping up? Join us for our exclusive 3-day course, Nonprofits and QuickBooks 2025: How to Optimize, Enhance, and Weigh its Alternatives, and take your nonprofit's financial management to the next level! Reserve Your Seat - https://lnkd.in/eBbqaye6 What You’ll Learn Over Three Days: Day 1: Optimizing QuickBooks for Maximum Impact Advanced tools for budgeting, tracking restricted funds, and automation. Day 2: Extending QuickBooks with Integrations & Automation Explore apps and add-ons to improve efficiency and financial workflows. Day 3: Knowing When to Upgrade & How to Transition Identify the signs that it's time for a new system and navigate the transition process. Limited spots available! Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your financial systems. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eBbqaye6 You'll gain invaluable insights from Jing Cheng, a recognized expert in nonprofit financial systems,?who?will guide you through a wide range of critical topics and strategies to revolutionize your organization's financial landscape. #NonprofitFinance #QuickBooks #NonprofitAccounting #FinancialManagement #ProfessionalDevelopment

Nonprofits & Financial Outsourcing: Are You Making the Most of It? If your nonprofit outsources bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, or other financial functions, you're in good company—many organizations are turning to outsourcing as remote systems become the norm and the pool of qualified financial professionals shrinks. But how do you ensure these partnerships truly support your mission? Register here - https://lnkd.in/eQBpcmTs Join us for an insightful NFC session where we’ll explore outsourcing models in 2025, covering key issues like quality control, agility, and organizational impact. You’ll gain insights into: - The critical difference between financial management vs. financial leadership when outsourcing - The qualities to look for in financial partners - What to expect—and not expect—from different outsourcing models - Common pain points in outsourcing and how to navigate them - Best practices for hybrid financial systems that work optimally Date: February 25, 2025 Time: 2:00-3:30 pm ET Speakers: Kate Barr, R. Wade Rogers, CPA & Dana Britto Register here: https://lnkd.in/eQBpcmTs These financial relationships are critical to get right, especially in today’s landscape, where accurate financials, compliance, and reporting are non-negotiable. When registering, feel free to submit your questions in advance—we’ll address as many as possible during the session! Share in the webinar! #NonprofitFinance #Outsourcing #NonprofitLeadership #Webinar

?? 12 Urgent Financial Action Steps for Nonprofits Read the full checklist here: https://lnkd.in/gHeqdcav Nonprofits are navigating financial uncertainty—staying agile is essential. This article provides an action checklist to help organizations navigate these challenges and strengthen their financial resilience. This article was written by Steve Zimmerman and Ruth McCambridge Share it with your network! Let’s make sure nonprofits everywhere are financially prepared for 2025. Please add your own advisory points to this list in the comment below ??

Nonprofits: Are You Navigating Growth with a Solid Business Plan? Running a nonprofit is no small feat. Balancing mission, resources, and impact takes more than passion—it requires strategic business planning to ensure long-term success. That’s why The Nonprofit Financial Commons is thrilled to host an exclusive webinar on Business Planning for Nonprofits, featuring expert insights from Steve S. and Steve Zimmerman of Spectrum Nonprofit Services. REGISTER HERE - https://lnkd.in/eSx24g2w Whether you're new to business planning or have experience to share, this webinar is a chance to learn and connect with peers in nonprofit finance. Date: Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm ET Reserve Your Spot Now: https://lnkd.in/eSx24g2w Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your nonprofit’s foundation for success. Let’s plan for impact together! #NonprofitFinance #BusinessPlanning #NonprofitGrowth #WebinarAlert #ProfessionalDevelopment #NonprofitLeadership Ruth McCambridge, Dana Britto, R. Wade Rogers, CPA, Mark Hager

Nonprofit Finance Professionals: Are You Ready to Elevate Your Business Planning Skills? Join us for an insightful webinar on Business Planning for Nonprofits hosted by The Nonprofit Financial Commons. Steve S. and Steve Zimmerman of Spectrum Nonprofit Services will lead the session, sharing expertise and case studies to help you strengthen your organization’s business planning approach. Click Here to Register: https://lnkd.in/eSx24g2w Title: True Business Planning for Nonprofits: A How to and What it Takes Date: Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm ET What you’ll learn: - The differences and connections between business, financial, and strategic planning - How to present risks effectively to boards and funders - Disciplines to follow as your nonprofit grows - Frameworks for analyzing your model and communicating with stakeholders - Practical tools for linked planning and monitoring This webinar is perfect for finance professionals at all stages of business planning, whether you're just starting or have insights to share. Save your spot today! https://lnkd.in/eSx24g2w NFC Moderators: Dana Britto, R. Wade Rogers, CPA, Mark Hager NFC Staff: Ruth McCambridge, Amanda Allen Nelson, MSM, Melissa O. Fuller, MS

Nonprofit Leaders: We Need Your Insights! https://lnkd.in/enfc97Jx As we prepare for 2025, the nonprofit sector is bracing for potential challenges and opportunities. To ensure we’re addressing the issues that matter most, we’re gathering input from organizations of all sizes, missions, and locations through our Nonprofit Financial Trends Survey - https://lnkd.in/enfc97Jx . Your voice matters. The more perspectives we gather, the better we can identify trends, highlight concerns, and advocate for the resources nonprofits need to succeed. Whether you’re a large organization in an urban hub or a small nonprofit in a rural community, your experiences are invaluable. Why share your insights? - Help us understand what nonprofits are truly facing. - Ensure the unique challenges of your area are represented. - Contribute to shaping strategies for a stronger nonprofit sector in 2025. It only takes a few minutes, but the impact of your input will last all year. Together, we can ensure every nonprofit’s voice is heard. Click here to take the survey https://lnkd.in/enfc97Jx Tag your network and help us spread the word—let’s hear from as many nonprofits as possible! Ruth McCambridge, Dana Britto, R. Wade Rogers, CPA, Mark Hager, Melissa O. Fuller, MS, Amanda Allen Nelson, MSM

Get Your Nonprofit Ready for 2025: Financial Insights & Strategies You Need Join us on December 3rd for our final webinar of the year: "What to Watch and Do as Your Nonprofit Enters a Chaotic 2025" Register Here - https://lnkd.in/gmnUpY7t This interactive session will equip you to tackle the major financial challenges nonprofits may face in 2025: ?? Anticipating and managing potential government funding cuts. ?? Adapting to economic shifts impacting donations, investments, and lending. ?? Addressing workforce challenges and leveraging nonprofit technology. ?? Learning from past crises to build resilience for the future. What’s in it for you? Gain insights from top nonprofit financial leaders and experts, discover actionable strategies to navigate uncertainty, and connect with a network of peers ready to support and collaborate. Date: December 3, 2024 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET Secure Your Spot Now! https://lnkd.in/gmnUpY7t Let’s ensure your nonprofit is ready to adapt, thrive, and lead in 2025. Don’t miss this essential opportunity! #NonprofitFinance #Nonprofits2025 #NonprofitLeadership #Webinar #FinancialTrends Tagged panelists: Ruth McCambridge, Dana Britto, R. Wade Rogers, CPA, Mark Hager, Jon Pratt, Nathan Dietz, Elizabeth Searing, Juliann Salinas, The University of Texas at Dallas, Do Good Institute, Minnesota Council of Nonprofits 4o