Employee Spotlight is a blog series meant to offer an inside look at our company culture and, most importantly, highlight the talented individuals who help make our company special. From accountants and software implementation specialists to operations, marketing, and HR professionals, get to know the people behind Chazin. Today, we are getting to know Dana,…
History, Heart, and a Hint of Glitter: Chazin’s 2025 Corporate Retreat in D.C.
In September, Chazin’s crew gathered in Washington, D.C., for our 2025 Annual Corporate Retreat, and this one was extra special. Not only did we reconnect face-to-face as a remote-first team, but we also celebrated an incredible milestone: 20 years of serving and supporting nonprofits. We kicked things off Thursday night with dinner at Proper 12K…
What A Nonprofit CFO Does And Why You Need One Now
Nonprofit financial statements are essential to optimizing financial health. Read this guide to deepen your understanding and explore strategic insights….
Buried in the Books: A Nonprofit’s Guide to Spooky Finances
The ledgers are alive… with mistakes! Unmask the monsters haunting nonprofit accounting and use this Nonprofit’s Guide to Spooky Finances to vanquish them….
What Nonprofits Need to Know About Restricted Funds
Why clear reporting, and clear rules, are the key to keeping donor trust. Managing restricted funds is one of the most challenging accounting tasks nonprofit organizations face, even those with strong financial practices. We’ve seen it happen: A donor restriction overlooked in a spreadsheet can trigger a last-minute scramble at year-end, resulting in audit adjustments…
Empowering Expression, Enriching Lives: Thriving4Life and Chazin
When Deb Ferris founded Thriving4Life, her vision was simple yet powerful: bring dignity, creativity, and connection to those impacted by dementia, trauma, and cognitive challenges. Through programs like Art4Life, the nonprofit uses art and music to spark expression and healing — and with Chazin’s financial guidance, Deb has been able to focus on expanding that mission and reaching more communities….
AI in Accounting: Embrace the Benefits, Beware the Buzz
Why smart nonprofits (and their accountants) use AI where it helps, and not where it doesn’t The AI Wave Is Here … But Not Every Tool Is a Lifesaver There’s no denying that AI is making waves across every industry, including accounting. From flashy award wins to promises of fully automated processes, the pressure to…
Employee Spotlight: Toni Willis
Employee Spotlight is a blog series meant to offer an inside look at our company culture and, most importantly, highlight the talented individuals who help make our company special. From accountants and software implementation specialists to operations, marketing, and HR professionals, get to know the people behind Chazin. Today, we are getting to know…
Supporting Philanthropy in the Spotlight: Accounting for Celebrity and High-Profile Foundations
High-profile foundations (especially those associated with celebrities and public figures) bring a unique blend of influence and responsibility to the philanthropic world. With wide reach and media attention, these organizations are well-positioned to make an outsized impact. But with fame comes additional layers of risk: increased scrutiny, public pressure, and a relentless spotlight that rarely…
What Your Fundraising Campaign Needs (Beyond Passion and Promotion)
Fundraising campaigns are essential lifelines for nonprofit organizations. They provide the funding necessary to carry out programs, pay staff, and deliver services that create lasting impact. But behind every successful campaign is something far less visible, and just as critical: financial tracking. Without solid processes in place to track the revenue raised and the expenses…









