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The Altruic Advisor

A Nonprofit Accounting Blog

Darcy Ehrig
November 14, 2023
Ask Your Accountant, Bookkeeping Basics, Nonprofit Management

Nonprofit Accounting Basics: Chart of Accounts

Darcy Ehrig
November 14, 2023
Ask Your Accountant, Bookkeeping Basics, Nonprofit Management

What is a chart of accounts, and why do you need one?

Sarah Ellsworth
October 31, 2023
Ask Your Accountant, Bookkeeping Basics, Nonprofit Management

Nonprofit Accounting Basics: Financial Statements

Sarah Ellsworth
October 31, 2023
Ask Your Accountant, Bookkeeping Basics, Nonprofit Management

Your nonprofit financial statements paint a complete picture of your organization’s financial health.

Sarah Ellsworth
October 13, 2023
Ask Your Accountant, Bookkeeping Basics, Nonprofit Management

Nonprofit Accounting Basics: Net Assets

Sarah Ellsworth
October 13, 2023
Ask Your Accountant, Bookkeeping Basics, Nonprofit Management

In this series, we’re exploring some of the basic accounting concepts that every nonprofit professional should know. First up: net assets. What are they, and why are they important?

Sherry Jansen
September 29, 2023
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The Altruic Difference: Helping Nonprofits Create Good

Sherry Jansen
September 29, 2023
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We work hard to build strong, meaningful relationships with the nonprofit organizations we serve.

Cathy Luke
September 25, 2023
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Client Spotlight: Denver Tennis Park

Cathy Luke
September 25, 2023
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The Denver Tennis Park is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing youth development through equitable access to tennis.

Sarah Ellsworth
August 31, 2023
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Did You Know Altruic Advisors is a Certified B Corporation?

Sarah Ellsworth
August 31, 2023
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Altruic Advisors is proud to be a member of a global community of businesses dedicated to building a more inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy.

Sarah Ellsworth
August 21, 2023
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We Moved! New National Headquarters: Plymouth, Michigan

Sarah Ellsworth
August 21, 2023
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We outgrew our old office! Our new headquarters is located at 417 Forest Avenue, Plymouth, MI 48170.

Sarah Ellsworth
June 20, 2023
Bookkeeping Basics

Keeping Track of Expense Receipts

Sarah Ellsworth
June 20, 2023
Bookkeeping Basics

It’s easy for receipts to get lost, damaged, or misplaced. Try these tips to keep track of your expense receipts and make your accounting more efficient.

Sarah Ellsworth
June 6, 2023
Tax, Ask Your Accountant, Nonprofit Management

Common Types of Tax-Exempt Organizations

Sarah Ellsworth
June 6, 2023
Tax, Ask Your Accountant, Nonprofit Management

When applying for tax-exempt status with the IRS, it’s important to find the right fit for your organization.

Sarah Ellsworth
May 23, 2023
Nonprofit Management

How to Manage Cash Flow at Your Nonprofit Organization

Sarah Ellsworth
May 23, 2023
Nonprofit Management

If you’re concerned about running short on cash, try these solutions to help manage your organization’s cash flow.

Sarah Ellsworth
May 9, 2023
Audits and Reviews

From the Archives: 5 Ways to Prepare for a Nonprofit Audit

Sarah Ellsworth
May 9, 2023
Audits and Reviews

There are many things that nonprofits can do to prepare, plan, and keep the audit process going smoothly.

Sarah Ellsworth
April 25, 2023
Internal Controls, Nonprofit Management

A Sample Internal Control Policy for Nonprofit Organizations

Sarah Ellsworth
April 25, 2023
Internal Controls, Nonprofit Management

A well-written internal control policy manual will help clarify each individual’s role, responsibilities, and authority over financial transactions.

Katherine Flockhart
March 30, 2023
QuickBooks Online, How-To Guides, Bookkeeping Basics

Creating Budgets in QuickBooks Online

Katherine Flockhart
March 30, 2023
QuickBooks Online, How-To Guides, Bookkeeping Basics

If your nonprofit uses QuickBooks Online, you can easily create budgets and run reports to help keep your organization on track throughout the year.

Melanie Boschetto
March 13, 2023
QuickBooks Online, How-To Guides

How to Use Tags in QuickBooks Online

Melanie Boschetto
March 13, 2023
QuickBooks Online, How-To Guides

Tags are useful for sorting data, adding additional levels of customization, and identifying specific transactions in QuickBooks Online.

Sarah Ellsworth
February 23, 2023
How-To Guides, Tax, Bookkeeping Basics

How to Fill Out a W-9 Form for a Nonprofit

Sarah Ellsworth
February 23, 2023
How-To Guides, Tax, Bookkeeping Basics

If your organization provides any contracted services - such as speaking, consulting, or training services - you may be asked to fill out a Form W-9.

Sarah Ellsworth
February 13, 2023
How-To Guides, Software Applications

How to Use Text-to-Columns in Excel

Sarah Ellsworth
February 13, 2023
How-To Guides, Software Applications

We’re big fans of QuickBooks Online, but sometimes you need even more flexibility in how your data is presented. Excel’s “Text to Columns” feature is an easy way to enhance your reporting options.

Misty Scott
January 23, 2023
Tax, Nonprofit Management, Ask Your Accountant

Employe Retention Credit Update for Nonprofits

Misty Scott
January 23, 2023
Tax, Nonprofit Management, Ask Your Accountant

The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) is a refundable tax credit for employers. Find out if your organization is eligible!

Traci Carson
January 12, 2023
Software Applications, How-To Guides, Virtual Accounting

Using Google Forms to Streamline Expense Requests

Traci Carson
January 12, 2023
Software Applications, How-To Guides, Virtual Accounting

For nonprofits on a budget, Google Forms can be an efficient (and free!) tool to help streamline expense requests and reports. 

Sarah Ellsworth
December 22, 2022
Tax

Filing Deadlines for Form 1099 (2022)

Sarah Ellsworth
December 22, 2022
Tax

Does your nonprofit need to file any 1099s this year?

Sherry Jansen
December 6, 2022
Other

A Simple Gesture Goes A Long Way

Sherry Jansen
December 6, 2022
Other

There are many small ways to thank your donors and supporters for their kindness, generosity, and time during the holiday season.

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