Nonprofit Accounting Basics

Special Events

Accounting for Special Events

Originally Posted: May 21, 2010

Many special events, such as dinners, galas, auctions, and walk-a-thons, are organized to raise contributions to support the organization’s activities.

Charity Auctions: Reporting and Tax Rules

Originally Posted: April 28, 2015

While neither charity auctions nor the various rules governing them are new, we receive numerous questions about them and observe many examples of inadequate auction procedures by both large and sm

Planning a Fundraising Event? The Devil is in the Details!

Originally Posted: March 29, 2016

As if planning for a fundraising event, such as a silent auction or an annual dinner, wasn’t already one of the busiest times on the calendar for a charity organization, there is the required recor

Raffles -- The Right Way

Originally Posted: August 27, 2012

Raffles are gaining popularity for nonprofit fundraising. Often combined with a gala or other big event, raffles are accessible and fun.

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