It takes more than dedication and enthusiasm for your not-for-profit’s cause and programs to make a good board member. The most critical duty for all board members is being a fiduciary.
This means, among other things, that they can be trusted to always act in their not-for-profit’s best interests, avoid unnecessary risk, make decisions thoughtfully and execute them efficiently.
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We are proud to sponsor the next CPE by the Sea, an annual conference from the Texas Society of CPAs – Houston Chapter (TXCPA Houston). This year will be another virtual webcast experience, where attendees will gain valuable insights from a variety of quality instructors on issues ranging from solving tough accounting challenges to managing their workload.
The CPE by the Sea conference will take place June 17 – 18, 2021, and attendees can earn up to 16 CE Credit(s) with an additional bonus 4 CPE hours on-demand. Topics range from tax, employment law, fraud prevention and much more.
For more information and to register for CPE by the Sea, visit https://www.tx.cpa/events/event-details/?eventId=2429a108-0b9a-4320-a397-18c8e0ed5901
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As trusted business advisors, we enjoy working with you to co-create ideas and co-develop innovative solutions for your business. Even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, we still want to continue providing valuable information, including upcoming Houston events that we support, and think may be of interest to you.
If you have questions about any event details or registration information, the organization-specific contacts are below. We hope to see you at any or all of these Houston events!
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COVID-19 was a kind of disaster most not-for-profits weren’t prepared for. As your organization recovers from this unusual event, don’t let it become vulnerable to other, more common, threats.
Every not-for-profit needs a formal disaster plan for such risks as a fire, natural disaster or terrorist attack.
If you’re a business owner hiring your children this summer, you can obtain tax breaks and other nontax benefits.
The kids can gain on-the-job experience, spend time with you, save for college and learn how to manage money. And you may be able to:
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Many Americans remain unemployed due to the COVID-19 pandemic — at least 9.8 million at the end of April, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But that’s expected to change quickly as employers ramp up hiring activities. If your not-for-profit will soon need new staffers, you might want to start putting out feelers now.
Obviously, the decision to hire is a difficult one considering the economic uncertainty that may remain. But you also don’t want to miss out on the best talent. Here are some issues to consider.
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Eligible parents will soon begin receiving payments from the federal government. The IRS announced that the 2021 advance child tax credit (CTC) payments, which were created in the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), will begin being made on July 15, 2021.
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As the COVID-19 pandemic finally seems to be fading in the United States, your not-for-profit organization may be making plans for its post-pandemic future. Is a merger with another not-for-profit part of these plans?
A merger can provide your organization with greater stability and resilience so that you can survive any new challenges that comes your way. But a merger isn’t always the best solution if, for example, you’re looking for a financial rescue. Here’s a rundown of good — and bad — reasons to join forces.
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What is good not-for-profit governance? How can organizations spot red flags of bad governance and avoid fraud? PKF Texas Directors, Nicole Riley, CPA, CFE, and Emily Smikal, CPA, shared their insight in our Zoom webinar on May 12, 2021, “Governance Gone Bad: Lessons Learned to Help Your Not-for-Profit.”
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If your not-for-profit organization accepts contributions of nonfinancial assets, such as land, services and supplies, you should know about Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) rules approved last year. Accounting Standards Update (ASU), Not-for-Profit Entities (Topic 958): Presentation and Disclosures by Not-for-Profit Entities for Contributed Nonfinancial Assets is intended to increase transparency around gifts in kind.
