The “Necessary Evil” Myth Nonprofits Need to Retire Let’s be honest, when you race to meet a grant deadline, prepare for a board meeting, or keep your programs running with minimal staff, financial management often feels like the hurdle standing between you and the work that matters. It’s not that you don’t understand its importance;…
GivingTuesday 2024 saw record-breaking numbers with a whopping $3.6 billion donated by a historic 36.1 million participants, just in the U.S. These numbers reflect a 16% increase in total dollars donated and a 7% increase in the number of contributors, reflecting a growing desire in donors to be generous and help make a difference. So,…
From its beginnings in the 1950s as a small group of physicians committed to addressing alcoholism, American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) has evolved into the nation’s leading organization for advancing addiction treatment and recovery. Reestablished under its current name in 1989, ASAM’s mission centers on improving access to quality care, educating providers and the public, and promoting evidence-based approaches to treatment. …
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 Torie,…
Most people think of accounting as a strictly monetary process. However, nonprofits worldwide receive many types of donations, and sometimes, they need resources beyond financial support. In-kind donations provide numerous benefits to organizations that require goods or services for their mission-critical work. Plus, in-kind gifts are a popular way for donors with limited budgets to…
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,…
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…
Nonprofit financial statements are essential to optimizing financial health. Read this guide to deepen your understanding and explore strategic insights….
The ledgers are alive… with mistakes! Unmask the monsters haunting nonprofit accounting and use this Nonprofit’s Guide to Spooky Finances to vanquish them….
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…
