Is your nonprofit organization ready for increased scrutiny, reporting requirements, regulations, and increased expectations from donors? This combination reference/workbook prepares you and shows you how Sarbanes-Oxley best practices can benefit your organization. It includes:

A structured description of Sarbanes-Oxley and its implications for nonprofits
Detailed discussions on governance, including financial literacy for board members, new standards of accountability for boards, and best practices for nonprofit management
Sample documents, procedures, and frameworks to help you implement best practices
Worksheets, forms, and resource materials in each chapter
A "walk-through" of typical financial statements and sample documents such as a Conflict of Interest policy, board orientation curriculum, a Whistleblower Protection policy, a Document Preservation policy, and a fundraising plan.


Implementing proven best practices stemming from Sarbanes-Oxley can diminish organizational dysfunction, promote a solid infrastructure, and propel your organization to the platinum standard of operations and governance, giving your organization the competitive advantage in today's demanding nonprofit environment.