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501(c)(7) vs. 501(c)(3): A Guide for Nonprofits

501(c)(7) vs. 501(c)(3): A Guide for Nonprofits

The primary difference between a 501(c)(3) and a 501(c)(7) organization is that a 501(c)(7) exists to serve its...

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Kristine Ensor

The Guide to Onboarding New Board Members [+Sample Orientation Packet Structure]

The Guide to Onboarding New Board Members [+Sample Orientation Packet Structure]

Onboarding new board members is an exciting step for any nonprofit. New board members bring new ideas, connections,...

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Kristine Ensor

Boost Fundraising by Pairing Donorbox with Stripe or PayPal

Boost Fundraising by Pairing Donorbox with Stripe or PayPal

You already have a great payment processor - why do you need a fundraising platform as well?  The...

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Kara Schmid

Everything You Need to Know About Nonprofit Liability Insurance

Everything You Need to Know About Nonprofit Liability Insurance

You’ve worked hard to start your nonprofit. You began with a mission and have built an organization suited...

Lindsey Baker

Lindsey Baker Bower

What is Church Planting and How to Get Started

What is Church Planting and How to Get Started

When you hear the call to plant a church, it can feel daunting to figure out how to...

Lindsey Baker

Lindsey Baker Bower

Bookkeeping for Nonprofits – All You Should Know

Bookkeeping for Nonprofits – All You Should Know

Nonprofit bookkeeping can seem complicated, but there are several resources to help experienced and novice bookkeepers. Although it...

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Kristine Ensor

What is a Nonprofit EIN: A Compact Guide with Steps and FAQs

What is a Nonprofit EIN: A Compact Guide with Steps and FAQs

When starting a nonprofit, organizations must immediately register with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for an employee identification...

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Kristine Ensor

How to Check Nonprofit Status – 6 Best Ways

How to Check Nonprofit Status – 6 Best Ways

An obvious reason why donors and foundations may want to check an organization’s nonprofit status is fear of...

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Kristine Ensor

A Complete Guide to Filing Nonprofit Tax Returns (FAQs Included)

A Complete Guide to Filing Nonprofit Tax Returns (FAQs Included)

You may assume that since nonprofits are tax exempt, they don’t have to file tax returns. The reality...

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Kristine Ensor

How to Conduct a Successful Nonprofit Feasibility Study

How to Conduct a Successful Nonprofit Feasibility Study

Do you want a way to assure your board of directors that your capital campaign will work? Nonprofit...

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Kristine Ensor

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