Nonprofit Resources
How the Equifax Breach Could Affect Your Organization
Breached information for individuals can be used to perpetrate social engineering attacks on the organizations where they are employed.
Part Three – A Deeper Dive into ASU 2016-14 Implementation Issues
Part three in this series looks at how ASU 2016-14 will impact the reclassification of assets after donor-imposed restrictions expire.
Death of the Complex Password
New password guidelines have been making headlines. Here’s what you need to know to help keep yourself and your organization secure.
Nonprofit Issues Newsletter, August 2017
Topics include critical privacy issues, employee retirement plan responsibilities, a board member’s perspective on board governance, and why sustainability metrics are smart for nonprofits.
Why Your Nonprofit Needs a Zero-Day Vulnerability Plan
New vulnerabilities — holes in software code that cyber criminals can use to gain unauthorized access to a system — are discovered every day. Creating and implementing a zero-day vulnerability plan will help your nonprofit respond quickly and effectively to each new threat.
Anatomy of a Phishing Attack
Phishing is one of the most common cybersecurity threats. Understanding how a basic phishing attack works will help you protect your organization.
3 Common Cybersecurity Threats
While cyber breaches can take many different forms, they typically occur when hackers target common technical weaknesses. Here are three of the most prevalent cybersecurity threats all nonprofits face.
Third-Party Administrators vs. Retirement Plan Sponsors: Who’s Responsible for What?
If your organization sponsors an employee retirement plan, you are responsible for complying with the complex standards and regulations. It’s vital to understand what your responsibilities as the plan sponsor are, versus the responsibilities you may contract out.
Three Critical Privacy Issues Every Nonprofit Entity Should Consider
Most nonprofit organizations collect, use and store “personal information” of donors and staff. There are well over 200 laws, just in the United States, that mandate protections of this information.
Board Governance: A Board Member’s Perspective
A nonprofit’s governing body is integral to the success and effectiveness of the organization. But what exactly does it take to excel as a board member? This article highlights insights into board member responsibilities and how nonprofits can position their boards for success.