Fundamentals for Nonprofits

Building a Culture of Capitalization in Your Organization

Arts organizations interested in building the strength of their balance sheets will find advice here for making a capitalization plan, fundraising for different kinds of capital, and implementing new capitalization practices.

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Blog post for for nonprofits that wish to verify their financials through a CPA

Blog detailing the benefits of board-designated reserves for greater flexibility and control

Excel tool to predict risks and plan for scenarios beyond your current budget

A collection of our most practical tools, guides, and webinars

How to assess and address risk in times of financial crisis

10 tips for incorporating equity into your organization's budget

Mini video series about building your first budget, including a sample budget template

Resources to build a fundraising strategy that supports your financial goals

Resources for building, staffing, funding, and maintaining place-based partnerships

Building a Culture of Capitalization in Your Organization

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Audits vs. Reviews vs. Compilations

Board-Designated Reserves vs. Endowments

Nonprofit Budgeting Scenario Planning Tool

Building Resilience in Uncertain Times

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Equitable Budgeting for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Budgets: How to Get Started

Fundraising Guide for Nonprofits

Place-Based Partnership Toolkit