Nonprofit Marketing Resources

Technology has had an incredible impact upon our lives. From the software we use to the devices that run them, our everyday tech has forever changed the way we work and communicate.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of many nonprofit organizations. They provide much of the labor that nonprofits, with their charitable or public-service focus, cannot always afford to hire full-time employees to fulfill. Since the work volunteers do is so integral to nonprofit efforts, it is important to make sure your organization treats them appropriately, both for their benefit, and to avoid accusations of impropriety or inappropriate labor use. Here are the key volunteer guidelines for nonprofits.

Just like for-profit businesses, nonprofit organizations use performance evaluations to determine whether they are hitting their goals or not. However, a nonprofit performance evaluation is very different than a normal businesses evaluation. There are many different factors, indicators, and processes that nonprofit organizations have to deal with that for-profit businesses do not.

Just like with regular taxes, audits, and IRS-relations, things can get very confusing when it comes to the financial information of nonprofit organizations. Trying to figure out which forms you need to file and when you need to file them can be even more complicated for nonprofits since there are many different deadlines, requirements, and exceptions that differ from filing normal taxes. Add audit requirements to the list and you may feel like there’s no way you can keep everything straight.

As a nonprofit, the goal of your business may not be to make a profit, but you’re still a business and need to take steps to protect your property and organization from loss and liability. Don’t be intimidated by the insurance market. While the insurance marketplace does include a variety of types, companies, and coverages, it’s important for the success of your company’s mission to have an understanding of this business basic. When you take a realistic look at the risks facing your organization, you’ll find peace of mind and clarity. Because your company is unique, discuss your specific insurance needs and risk exposure with an insurance broker or agent.