Nonprofit Resources
Challenges in Auditing GIK
Assessing an nonprofit’s policies and procedures related to valuing material gift-in-kind (GIK) transactions is an important part of an NFP audit. Because there is no single source of pricing that is appropriate for valuing GIK donations, it falls on the NFP to arrive at an appropriate estimate of fair value. Here are some key considerations.
The Importance of Cybersecurity Training
While your organization needs to have filters, processes, and controls in place, it’s important to not overlook the “doors” that can be left unlocked by employees and other network users.
Giving Thanks
November 15, 2018 - Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful to work alongside nonprofits that are changing lives every day. We want to let you know about some changes that will help us continue to empower nonprofits in the decades ahead.
4 Steps to a Solid User Administration Process
Although it may seem like a small detail in the grand scheme of cybersecurity, a good user administration process plays an important role. Taking some basic steps will help your organization create a solid process and reduce your organization’s risk of a breach.
How Does Your IT/IS Garden Grow?
If you separate the IT and IS functions in your organization, you will begin to see how complementary these positions can be in supporting your technology environment in a secure and controlled manner.
Nonprofit Issues Newsletter, October 2018
What to know about reporting contributions of nonfinancial assets, audit committee charters, first-time employee benefit plan audits, and much more.
Gifts-in-Kind: Reporting Contributions of Nonfinancial Assets
Since the standards for recognizing contributions at their fair value were issued in 1993, NFPs have been challenged to measure the value of the myriad contributions they receive. This controversial area is once again being addressed by watchdog agencies and state attorneys general and, thus, is one that NFPs should navigate with care.
First-Time Employee Benefit Plan Audits: What to Expect
Certain employee benefit plans with 100 or more eligible participants may be required to engage an independent auditor to audit the plan’s financial records. Although the audit process may seem daunting, it can go smoothly with a little bit of planning and organization. These tips will help you prepare.
5 Suggestions to Perfect Your Audit Committee Charter
These five suggestions should be considered for strengthening even a great audit committee charter.
An Introduction to Robotic Process Automation for Nonprofits
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) allows organizations to automate certain types of work processes to reduce the time spent on costly manual tasks and increase efforts to deliver mission-critical work. Learn how it could benefit your nonprofit.