Accounting, Nonprofit Westerly Creative Studio Accounting, Nonprofit Westerly Creative Studio

Achieving Audit Readiness for Nonprofits

Few things are as crucial as being audit ready. For organizations, audits can be stressful and time-consuming, but with the right preparation, it can be a smooth and headache-free process. At Mission Edge, our dedicated managed services accounting team understands the importance of audit readiness, and we ensure our clients are well-prepared to face any audit with confidence.

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Fiscal Sponsorship, Small Business, Nonprofit Westerly Creative Studio Fiscal Sponsorship, Small Business, Nonprofit Westerly Creative Studio

What is Fiscal Sponsorship? Agreements, Benefits, and Costs

Fiscal sponsorship allows organizations to operate under the umbrella of an established nonprofit, giving them access to charitable funds without the hassle of setting up their nonprofit entity so they can focus on what they do best: bringing their social change projects to life. With Mission Edge, we handle the administrative workload and provide strategic support to help you scale and grow.

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Fiscal Sponsorship – Which Model Is Right for You?

When considering Fiscal Sponsorship, both Model A and Model C have a range of benefits that vary depending on your specific situation. There are financial, administrative and cultural advantages to both options. Understanding the diverse ways fiscal sponsorships can affect your organization can help make your decision easier.

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Fiscal Sponsorship: Model A vs. Model C

There are two main types of fiscal sponsorship: Model A and Model C. Also known as "direct" or "comprehensive" fiscal sponsorship, Model A is an all-in-one solution; this is a nonprofit in a box. Model C is sometimes called "indirect" fiscal sponsorship or a "pre-approved grant relationship."

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How Taking a Step Back Was a Huge Step Forward for This San Diego Small Business Owner

For Chris Brown, gaining financial clarity in the Impact Lab created room for growth. Chris found himself getting bogged down in the logistics of running a small business. When he joined us in the Impact Lab, our goal was to address some of his current challenges while freeing Chris up to work “on” his business rather than “in” it.

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Human Resources, Nonprofit, Small Business Westerly Creative Studio Human Resources, Nonprofit, Small Business Westerly Creative Studio

How Nonprofits Can Navigate Communicating a Hybrid or Remote Work Policy

Work policies set clear expectations and help to define work culture — yet with all the unexpected fluctuations caused by the pandemic, it can be difficult to know what works best for you long term. Here are 3 tips from our nonprofit HR team to help you communicate your updated work policy — whether it’s in-person, remote, or hybrid.

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