That is an interesting point, Kristin. Pass-through funds can appear on the Form 990, depending on the circumstances and the organisation’s role in handling them. The agency relationship is particularly important because funds received on behalf of others may not necessarily be treated as the organisation’s own revenue. A clear note explaining the… Read more

AI can be particularly useful for grant writing drafts and sorting routine donor emails, which can save quite a bit of time. The main thing is to review its output carefully, as AI can sometimes produce inaccurate information. Data privacy also deserves careful attention, especially with sensitive nonprofit information. I would automate routine… Read more

Cryptocurrency can be an interesting option for nonprofits, although it comes with some added complexity. In my view, the key question is whether your donors are actually likely to use it rather than simply following the trend. A platform such as The Giving Block could make accepting crypto more straightforward, but I would prioritise clear… Read more

That is an ambitious and thought-provoking project. From my perspective, the Google Ad Grant is a sensible place to start, as eligible nonprofits can receive up to $10,000 a month in Google Search advertising credit. Getting started mainly requires time and meeting the programme requirements. It could be a useful way to build visibility while you… Read more

The outcome usually includes added costs for dedicated grant tracking, audit prep, and real-time reporting systems. What I think will be best is budgeting at least 10 to 15 percent of the grant for compliance staff or software. There is not much that can be automated away; human oversight remains essential. Start small, test with one grant, then scale.

Spot on. The grant agreement is the real boss here. Based on my experience, some donors genuinely prefer unspent funds returned, while others allow reallocation with a polite chat. A fantastic one: clear communication upfront is often undervalued. Always check the fine print before celebrating.

I think Charity Navigator and Candid can be useful starting points for reviewing nonprofit finances. Looking beyond programme ratios is important, particularly when considering reserves, revenue stability and liabilities. I’d also compare several years of financial information rather than relying on one figure.

I’d add a stronger focus on cash flow and unrestricted reserves. A nonprofit can look healthy on paper while still facing short-term pressure. Regularly reviewing these alongside the existing financial steps could give boards a more complete picture.

Anchor every idea to a specific, trackable outcome. Instead of “increase awareness,” set a clear goal like “grow email list by 200 subscribers.”

Use UTM parameters, set up conversion goals in Google Analytics, and use your CRM to track attribution. Then establish a regular reporting cadence to review results. It is about moving from “we did this”…

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A 501(c)(3) cannot fiscally sponsor a 501(c)(7) social club because the IRS requires the sponsor to have full control over funds for charitable purposes. Since a (c)(7) exists for social activities, the missions clash. Passing funds through would risk the (c)(3)’s tax status.

However, a Model C Pre-Approved Grant Relationship can work. The (c)(3)…

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