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Mastering Budgeting: A Crucial Guide for Nonprofit Financial Health and Mission Fulfillment

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Haley Neitzel

In an environment of rising costs, shifting funding sources, and heightened accountability, nonprofit financial health depends on more than good intentions—it requires disciplined planning. A well-constructed nonprofit budget is one of the most powerful tools leaders have to translate mission into action, align resources with priorities, and anticipate financial risk before it becomes a crisis. Unlike a static…

Buried in the Books: A Nonprofit’s Guide to Spooky Finances

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Anna Estes

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

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Anna Estes

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…

AI in Accounting: Embrace the Benefits, Beware the Buzz

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Haley Neitzel

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…

Supporting Philanthropy in the Spotlight: Accounting for Celebrity and High-Profile Foundations

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Haley Neitzel

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)

Posted on July 10, 2025 by Haley Neitzel

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…

What Your Fiscal Year End (FYE) Data is Telling You (and How to Act on It)

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Haley Neitzel

As another fiscal year wraps up, your nonprofit may find itself buried in reports, reconciliations, and audits. But FYE data is more than just something for your auditors or board to review; it’s a valuable tool for driving strategic growth and ensuring sustainability. Let’s take a closer look at what your data can reveal and…

The Difference Is in the Details: How NFP SmartStart Stands Apart

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Haley Neitzel

At Chazin, we know that early-stage nonprofits face a unique set of challenges and that they need more than just outsourced accounting. That’s why we created NFP SmartStart, a specialized offering designed for newly founded organizations or those operating with budgets under $500K annually. NFP SmartStart is an all-in-one solution tailored for emerging nonprofits that…

Happy New Fiscal Year! 10 Steps to End Your Fiscal Year Strong and Start the New Year Fresh

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Haley Neitzel

For many nonprofits, a June 30 fiscal year-end means July kicks off not only a new reporting cycle, but a fresh opportunity to reflect, reset, and prepare for what’s ahead. Whether you’re breathing a sigh of relief or gearing up for an audit, now is the ideal time to close out the year thoughtfully. At…

Inflation, Recession, and Hostile Interest Rates: How Nonprofits Can Weather a Tough Economy… and Even Grow

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Haley Neitzel

By Chris Huntley, CFO & Advisory Solutions Manager at Chazin In April 2025, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell told the Economic Club of Chicago: “The…administration’s tariffs are significantly larger than anticipated. The same is likely to be true of the economic effects, which will include higher inflation and slower growth.” That small and between higher…

Category: Accounting Tips

Mastering Budgeting: A Crucial Guide for Nonprofit Financial Health and Mission Fulfillment

Buried in the Books: A Nonprofit’s Guide to Spooky Finances

What Nonprofits Need to Know About Restricted Funds

AI in Accounting: Embrace the Benefits, Beware the Buzz

Supporting Philanthropy in the Spotlight: Accounting for Celebrity and High-Profile Foundations

What Your Fundraising Campaign Needs (Beyond Passion and Promotion)

What Your Fiscal Year End (FYE) Data is Telling You (and How to Act on It)

The Difference Is in the Details: How NFP SmartStart Stands Apart

Happy New Fiscal Year! 10 Steps to End Your Fiscal Year Strong and Start the New Year Fresh

Inflation, Recession, and Hostile Interest Rates: How Nonprofits Can Weather a Tough Economy… and Even Grow

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