Marriage & Tax Returns: The Benefits of Joint vs. Separate Filing
Just because you’re married doesn’t mean that you have to jointly file your annual federal income tax return. Although being married and filing jointly comes with some perks, there are also benefits for those who are married and choose to file separately. It all comes down to your unique situation. Read on to learn about your choices […]
Not-for-Profits and the De Minimis Indirect Cost Rate
By Kylie Thomas To start with the basics, a de minimis indirect cost rate is a simplified method used by government agencies and other entities to reimburse indirect costs incurred by recipients of federal funds, particularly in grant programs. Instead of calculating and allocating actual indirect costs, recipients may elect to use a predetermined fixed […]
OMB Rolls Out Updated Guidance Around Federal Awards
Back in October of 2023, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) announced that they had planned to revise sections of their guidance for grants and agreements. Now, just five months later, a memorandum addressing the changes to the guidance on administering and managing Federal Awards in Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulation […]
Walking a Fine Line: Lobbying and Not-for-Profits
By Jenna Senn There’s a common misconception that not-for-profit organizations are strictly banned from lobbying for political, environmental, or other social issues. While these organizations aren’t banned from such activities, there are certain guidelines and boundaries that they must consider. Generally, not-for-profits may not qualify for tax exemption if a substantial part of their activities are […]
How Data Can Support Nonprofit Organization Management
Dear CSH: Our nonprofit has already invested in a CRM to track donor profiles and activity, but how else can we use data metrics to improve our organization? Data-driven decision-making is a cornerstone of effective management, and nonprofit organizations are no exception. By collecting and analyzing relevant data, nonprofit leaders can gain insights into various aspects […]
Giving USA 2023 Briefing – East Lansing
Giving USA has long been the authority on charitable giving trends. CSH is proud to share the Giving USA 2023 briefing, featuring speaker, Melissa S. Brown. The report is a valuable nationwide resource with benchmarking information for trustees, philanthropists, financial advisors, giving officers, nonprofit leaders, executive directors and fundraising professionals.
Does our Nonprofit Need a Leadership Succession Plan?
Has your nonprofit anticipated a shake-up at the top? If not, it may need to consider the possibility. Perhaps your long-standing CEO will decide it’s time to retire. Or maybe your board will determine that your current leader is ineffectual. Or perhaps your organization will agree to merge with another nonprofit or undertake a restructuring […]
Giving USA Briefing – Cincinnati
CSH is proud to partner with the Yunker Group to sponsor the Giving USA 2023 briefing, featuring speaker, Melissa S. Brown. Melissa S. Brown returns to this Cincinnati program for the 20th consecutive year. As former editor of Giving USA and respected consulting researcher her annual commentary provides practical perspectives on the research conducted by […]
Giving USA 2023 Briefing – Dayton
Giving USA has long been the authority on charitable giving trends. CSH is proud to partner with our sponsors Cramer & Associates and The Dayton Foundation to share the Giving USA 2023 report briefing, featuring speaker, Melissa S. Brown. The report is a valuable nationwide resource with benchmarking information for trustees, philanthropists, financial advisors, […]
Giving USA 2023 Briefing – Toledo
Giving USA has long been the authority on charitable giving trends, and Clark Schaefer Hackett, Aly Sterling Philanthropy, and the Greater Toledo Community Foundation are pleased to host the Giving USA 2023 briefing in Toledo. As a bonus this year, our hosts will also present the findings of What Americans Think About Philanthropy and Nonprofits, […]