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John Mullins
Jun 23, 2026

Running a nonprofit means balancing your passion for the mission with the realities of sound financial management. Even the smallest organizations need accurate, transparent books—both to maintain compliance and to earn the trust of donors, grantors, and board members.

Building an accounting department for a small nonprofit doesn’t require a large team or complicated systems. With the right mix of in-house support, outsourced expertise, and board oversight, your organization can achieve the same level of financial discipline as a much larger nonprofit.

Rachel Werner
Apr 21, 2026

Pre-Award Documentation: What Should Be in Place Before the Grant Starts
Documentation is often treated as a post-award responsibility. Teams wait until funding begins to formalize processes, approvals, and files. Auditors and funders, however, often assume certain documentation already exists.

Why Pre-Award Documentation Matters
Pre-award documentation confirms decisions made before funds are spent. It provides clarity around approvals, roles, and readiness, reducing reliance on memory or informal communication.

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