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The Altruic Advisor

A Nonprofit Accounting Blog

Sarah Ellsworth

November 28, 2018

Ask Your Accountant, Tax

Adjusting to New Trends in Philanthropy

Sarah Ellsworth

November 28, 2018

Ask Your Accountant, Tax

The changing philanthropic landscape will require a new approach and careful financial planning from nonprofit organizations.

Sarah Ellsworth

November 20, 2018

Virtual Accounting

3 Things Your Accountant Is Thankful For

Sarah Ellsworth

November 20, 2018

Virtual Accounting

They may seem like small things to you, but our accountants are deeply grateful for these three things that make our jobs easier!

Darcy Ehrig

November 14, 2018

Bookkeeping Basics

Managing Accounts Receivable and Collections

Darcy Ehrig

November 14, 2018

Bookkeeping Basics

No one wants to make that awkward phone call when a bill is overdue. By following these simple steps, you can keep your organization’s accounts receivable on track.

Sarah Ellsworth

November 7, 2018

Other

Nonprofit Roundup: November 2018

Sarah Ellsworth

November 7, 2018

Other

The holiday season has begun, and our nonprofit accounting clients are kicking it off with lots of great events!

Patty Baer

October 31, 2018

Nonprofit Management

Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Nonprofit Organizations

Patty Baer

October 31, 2018

Nonprofit Management

By embracing AI and other forms of cutting-edge technology, even small nonprofits can maximize their impact.

Sherry Jansen

October 17, 2018

Other

Fun Fall Ideas For Your Nonprofit

Sherry Jansen

October 17, 2018

Other

Autumn is the perfect time of year to think about new ways to engage your community, raise some funds, and spread awareness of your nonprofit mission.

Sarah Ellsworth

October 10, 2018

Other

Nonprofit Roundup: October 2018

Sarah Ellsworth

October 10, 2018

Other

Fall is here and our nonprofit clients are busy!

Sarah Ellsworth

October 3, 2018

Nonprofit Management

From the Archives: Avoiding the Sunk Cost Fallacy

Sarah Ellsworth

October 3, 2018

Nonprofit Management

Just because it's "always been done that way" doesn't mean it's the best solution.

Ryan Hagan

September 25, 2018

Ask Your Accountant, Tax

Lumping Donations for Tax Purposes: Donor-Advised Funds, Charitable Gift Annuities, and Charitable Remainder Trusts

Ryan Hagan

September 25, 2018

Ask Your Accountant, Tax

Due to tax reform, donors may decide to make adjustments to the timing of their charitable giving.

Kevin Rickman

September 19, 2018

Internal Controls

5 Internal Controls to Prevent Fraud in Nonprofit Organizations

Kevin Rickman

September 19, 2018

Internal Controls

Take these simple steps to reduce your organization’s risk of occupational fraud.

Sarah Ellsworth

September 12, 2018

Other

Nonprofit Roundup: September 2018

Sarah Ellsworth

September 12, 2018

Other

Our nonprofit accounting clients have been busy this month!

Jaime McCall

September 5, 2018

Other

Go Swagless: How To Encourage Local Companies To Join the Movement

Jaime McCall

September 5, 2018

Other

Going swagless is win-win for businesses and nonprofits.

Sarah Ellsworth

August 29, 2018

Bookkeeping Basics, Nonprofit Management, How-To Guides

Infographic: 10 Ways To Prep For Year-End

Sarah Ellsworth

August 29, 2018

Bookkeeping Basics, Nonprofit Management, How-To Guides

Year-end will be here before you know it!

Sarah Ellsworth

August 22, 2018

Internal Controls

From the Archives: Tips to Prevent and Detect Fraud

Sarah Ellsworth

August 22, 2018

Internal Controls

Fraud is an ever-present danger for nonprofits. Are you protecting your organization appropriately?

Sarah Ellsworth

August 15, 2018

Other

Nonprofit Roundup: August 2018

Sarah Ellsworth

August 15, 2018

Other

Summer’s almost over, but these nonprofits are still creating good.

Sarah Taylor

August 8, 2018

Virtual Accounting, Software Applications

Save Time With Mobile Accounting Solutions

Sarah Taylor

August 8, 2018

Virtual Accounting, Software Applications

These are some of our nonprofit accountants' favorite mobile apps!

Sarah Ellsworth

August 3, 2018

Altruic Advisors

Annual Staff Retreat and Volunteer Day 2018

Sarah Ellsworth

August 3, 2018

Altruic Advisors

Our team gathered in Ann Arbor for a staff retreat and day of service.

Julie Seger

July 25, 2018

Grants and Donations, Nonprofit Management, Tax

Donor Acknowledgment Letters: What Your Nonprofit Needs to Know

Julie Seger

July 25, 2018

Grants and Donations, Nonprofit Management, Tax

A formal donor acknowledgment letter is more than just a way to say thanks.

Sarah Ellsworth

July 18, 2018

Other

Nonprofit Roundup: July 2018

Sarah Ellsworth

July 18, 2018

Other

What’s new with our nonprofit accounting clients?

Sarah Ellsworth

July 11, 2018

Ask Your Accountant, Audits and Reviews

Nonprofits: Five Things Accountants Want You To Know

Sarah Ellsworth

July 11, 2018

Ask Your Accountant, Audits and Reviews

What your accountants, bookkeepers, and auditors aren't telling you.