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Not-for-Profit Section
The AICPA’s Not-for-Profit Section provides resources to support those who work with and for not-for-profit (NFP) organizations.
Access information, tools, white papers and practice aids.
Find out about upcoming events and networking opportunities.
Spotlight
Don't forget, NFP Section members get 6.5 hours of self-study, on-demand CPE! If you haven't yet, access the 2020 NFP Accounting and Auditing Update today.
Benefits:
- Updated for the new accounting standards
- Discounted for NFP Section members (20%!)
- On-demand learning
These knowledgeable folks have served nonprofits for many years and donate countless hours of their valuable time to creating resources for NFP Section members.
CPE & Events
Upcoming Webcasts
Selecting the Best Software for Your NFP
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 (1-3 pm ET)
Tax Reporting and Compliance for NFPs
Wednesday, December 16, 2020 (1-3 pm ET)
Is Your NFP Ready to Implement FASB's Leases?
Wednesday, January 27, 2021 (1-3 pm ET)
View the complete webcast calendar.
Webcast Archives
Past events are archived here.
Want to get free webcasts? Join the AICPA Not-for-Profit Section and get four complimentary webcasts; one 2-hour webcast is offered each quarter. That's 8 hours of CPE credit free for you. Plus, get access to exclusive not-for-profit resources.
Conferences
AICPA Governmental and Not-for-Profit Training Program
October 19-21, 2020 - Las, Vegas, NV and Live Online
The 2020 AICPA Government and Not-for-Profit Training Program has been designed to help you with both awareness and comprehension of the latest regulatory changes. Gather practical knowledge straight from the standard setters and subject matter experts as they provide updates and deep-dives into revenue recognition, uniform guidance, GASB leases, UBIT, and much more.
AICPA Women's Global Leadership Summit
Nov 10-12, 2020 - Miami, FL and Live Online
The AICPA & CIMA Women's Global Leadership Summit brings together insights and lessons from the lives of those who are living the things that others dream of.
Not-for-Profit Industry News from AICPA
NFP Blog and eNews Alerts
Get the latest news, trends and developments affecting not-for-profits.
News from the Journal of Accountancy
PPP and pandemic-related tips for not-for-profits
July 30, 2020
PPP forgiveness: No need to rush, and other tips
July 24, 2020
ASB formally issues deferral of effective dates
May 1, 2020
View archives of the Journal of Accountancy on NFP and tax-exempt org topics.
News from the IRS: EO Updates
Coronavirus Tax Relief for Businesses and Tax-Exempt Entities
Charities and Nonprofits: Quick Resource Guide
Did you lose your tax-exempt status? Why it happens and how to fix it
File error-free Forms 990
Join the Not-for-Profit Section
When you join the NFP Section, you get access to exclusive tools:
- Not-for-Profit Resource Library
- Free webcasts
- A complimentary subscription to eNewsAlerts
- Online networking forums
- Discounts on our entire catalog of not-for-profit products.
- Download our complete guide to NFP benefits.
- Download the NFP Section Member logo to use in your marketing materials.
Requirements
AICPA Regular, Associate, non-CPA Associate, and international Associate members are eligible to join the NFP Section. The NFP Section offers tools, resources, and benefits for both CPAs and non-CPAs. If you are not a CPA, learn about the non-CPA Associate membership option for NFP Section eligibility.
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Open-Access Resources
NFP Section members have full access to all content in our NFP Resource Library, but we have resources that are open to non-Section members as well. We invite you to explore the following universally available items:
- Top Issues for Not-for-Profits This Year
- Top 10 Nonprofit Board Oversight Issues for Organizations of All Sizes
- FASB Standard Addresses Accounting for Grants and Contracts
- Quiz: How would you account for these NFP grants and contracts?
- NFP Audit and Accounting FAQs
- NFP Governance and Management FAQs
- Options for Starting a New Nonprofit
- 10 Steps to a Successful Not-for-Profit Audit
- Manage Expectations for a Positive and Pain-free NFP Audit Process
- Sample Audit Engagement Letter
- Compliance Programs and Risk Management for NFPs
- Auditing Alternative Investments: 3 Things to Keep in Mind
- Functional Expense Schedule Best Practices for NFPs
- Demystifying the New NFP Liquidity Disclosures
- Changes Coming to Not-for-Profit Statements of Cash Flows
- How Will CECL Affect Your Not-for-Profit?
- Creative Fundraising Ideas from a Tax Perspective
- Cybersecurity Tips for Small NFPs
- Tell Your Not-for-Profit's Story with Form 990 Schedule O
- Considerations in Negotiating and Drafting Gift Agreements
- Top Tips for Landing the Perfect Nonprofit Board Seat
- Archived NFP Blogs on AICPA Insights
Contact Us
Meet our Not-for-Profit Section advisory council and technical staff.
The Not-for-Profit Advisory Council provides valuable resources to our Not-for-Profit Section members.
Chris Cole, CPA, CFE, CGMA
Associate Director, Engagement and Learning Innovation
(919) 402-4844
Chris.Cole@aicpa-cima.com
Ashley Whitaker, CPA
Lead Manager, Not-for-Profit Engagement and Learning Innovation
(919) 490-4352
Ashley.Whitaker@aicpa-cima.com
Lana Richards, CPA
Manager, Not-for-Profit Engagement and Learning Innovation
(919) 402-4868
Lana.Richards@aicpa-cima.com
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