CapinCrouse

07/16/2026

Planned gifts come with complexities, but when used thoughtfully, they can enhance nonprofit fundraising. Our article outlines eight types of planned gifts that can aid your fundraising efforts.

Read the article to learn how you can benefit from these techniques: https://hubs.la/Q04pMtg70

While planned giving can be complex, understanding the techniques and how they might enhance your nonprofit’s fundraising can pay off.

07/15/2026

In this Margin for Mission episode, we recap our live interviews from the Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting, where we sat down with pastors to discuss what concerns keep them up at night, and walk through how church leadership can address these unique challenges.

Listen to the episode now: https://hubs.la/Q04pC0nF0

07/14/2026

We're thrilled to exhibit at The Church Network Annual Conference today, July 14, through July 17 in West Palm Beach, Florida!

Be sure to say hello to the Carr, Riggs & Ingram and CapinCrouse team in Booth 507!

Don’t miss these informative sessions with CapinCrouse and CRI professionals:
1. Church Taxes Demystified
2. Succession Planning Essentials (part of the HR FastTrack)
3. Financial Warning Signs Every Church Should Know (part of the Financial FastTrack)
4. Despair Proofing Your Brain

Find more details here: https://hubs.la/Q04psqTb0

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07/13/2026

Updates to federal aid rules introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act went into effect on July 1, impacting loan proration, Grad PLUS and Parent PLUS borrowing, and new aggregate loan limits.

Review what's changed and how higher education institutions may be affected: https://hubs.la/Q04pjFgG0

Learn how new federal aid rules are impacting student cash flow and steps higher education institutions can take to prepare.

07/10/2026

While AI can introduce significant efficiencies to workflows, if left unchecked, employee use of generative AI can quickly lead to risks. Implementing an employee AI use policy is essential for ensuring responsible use and mitigating risk.

Read this article from Carr, Riggs & Ingram to learn what should be included in an effective AI use policy: https://hubs.la/Q04p8TXH0

Learn what every organization needs to know about an employee AI use policy, including risks, safeguards, and best practices.

07/09/2026

New federal accountability rules are continuing to raise questions across higher education, with religious colleges voicing concerns about how earnings metrics may affect their programs. This Inside Higher Ed article breaks down the concerns many faith-based institutions face and the implications of these accountability measures.

Read more to learn how these changes may impact your institution: https://hubs.la/Q04p1s6-0

Programs that fail the accountability measure won’t face a more severe penalty if they don’t accept federal student loans—a change intended to address concerns.

07/08/2026

Strong financial leadership plays a critical role in advancing a church’s mission and ensuring long-term sustainability. We've outlined the key qualities and responsibilities that define an effective church CFO in today’s evolving landscape.

Read the full article to learn how the right financial leadership can strengthen your church’s impact: https://hubs.la/Q04nTNHk0

Discover what the role of a church CFO should include, where to find qualified candidates, and how to evaluate and hire for the right fit.

07/07/2026

While Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) ASC 842, Leases, has been in effect for several years, questions still arise regarding its application. Our step-by-step guide explores core decisions required by ASC 842, answers common questions, and offers clarification to help your organization accurately record leases.

Read the guide here and download our helpful Lease Toolkit to streamline implementation and compliance: https://hubs.la/Q04nLxJR0

A step-by-step guide to help nonprofits apply the new lease accounting standards.

07/06/2026

We're excited to exhibit at FACTS Elevate today through Thursday, July 9, in Orlando, Florida.

CapinCrouse professionals Christian Mantegna and Isaac Black are in attendance—be sure to stop by booth 30 to say hello! Find more information here:

The FACTS Elevate conference is dedicated to elevating the education experience for schools and families globally.

07/02/2026

Executive compensation comes with various tax considerations. This Carr, Riggs & Ingram resource breaks down frequently asked questions about Section 4960, including who is considered a covered employee, when the excise tax applies, and more.

Download the resource to learn how these rules may impact your organization: https://hubs.la/Q04nnD290

Explore common Section 4960 questions, including nonprofit executive compensation tax, covered employees, remuneration, deferred compensation, and more.