Nonprofits and churches are special. You know this and we know this. But why is that, exactly? Among countless other things, one major distinguishing factor is their use of fund…

Practically everyone has heard the saying, “It takes money to make money,” and that phrase also rings true when it comes to fundraising for your nonprofit. Whether your organization is…

The members of a church’s finance committee have a huge responsibility. They are tasked with collecting and disbursing funds to make sure the church remains financially sound. They must also…

Back in 2016, the FASB (Financial Accounting Standards Board) approved several changes regarding nonprofit financial statements. One of the more significant rules, also known as ASU 2016-14, states that all…

Quite often, the church or the pastor (or both) pay for expenses related to church business, which can quickly add up over time. What many members and church leaders fail…

QuickBooks® is one of the most popular accounting software options on the market, but its “one size fits all” approach can cause quite a few challenges when it comes to…

Your church database is more than just a place to store contact information. It’s a tool that can help you shepherd your people better. Here are five best practices for…

When Aplos launched 10 years ago to serve nonprofits and churches, our heart was to make operating your organization simple so you could focus on your mission. In those early…

Taking charge of the church’s financial health and managing your church’s financial resources can be a challenging and intimidating assignment. If you are reading this article, there is a good…

Improve transparency and get more granular insight into the spending and budgeting across your organization with Aplos’ advanced features. Share reporting with your team, track fixed assets, get balance notifications,…