Measuring What Matters: Beyond Outputs to True Impact
Nonprofits are built to make a difference — but demonstrating that difference isn’t always easy. Annual reports, grant applications, and donor communications often focus on outputs: the number of people served, meals distributed, or workshops delivered. While those numbers are important, they don’t tell the full story.&n
Navigating the Regulatory Maze: What’s Ahead for Financial Institutions
Financial institutions continue to operate in one of the most active regulatory environments in recent memory. As 2026 begins, institutions are preparing for updates that affect compliance expectations, reporting requirements, risk management practices, and examination priorities. For organizations balancing lean staffing models with increas
From Donors to Champions: Building Deeper Relationships Through Storytelling
In the nonprofit world, relationships are everything. Donors aren’t just sources of funding—they’re partners in impact. The difference between a one-time donor and a lifelong advocate often comes down to one simple factor: connection. And one of the most powerful ways to build that connection is through storytelling. When d
Brady Martz Welcomes Banker’s Compliance Consulting
Top 100 nationally ranked accounting and advisory services firm Brady Martz today announced the expansion of its financial institutions services with the addition of Banker’s Compliance Consulting. Effective March 1, this expansion reinforces the Firm’s core philosophy that the best client service comes from cultivating deep, specialized knowledge. Bank
The Rise of Green Finance: Opportunities for Financial Institutions to Invest in Sustainability
Sustainability is shaping financial decision-making in new ways, and financial institutions across the country are taking note. As 2026 begins, demand for environmentally focused financing continues to grow, driven by customer expectations, evolving regulatory attention, and long-term economic opportunity. Green finance has moved beyond a niche initiative and i
Building Public Trust in 2026: A Q&A on Government Communication with Mindy Piatz, Principal at Brady Martz
Public trust remains one of the most critical assets for government organizations. As expectations continue to evolve, constituents want timely updates, clear explanations, and transparency around how decisions are made and resources are managed. To explore how government entities can strengthen public trust through effective communica
Residential Construction Contracts Receive Meaningful Tax Relief Heading Into 2026
As contractors and real estate developers plan for 2026 and beyond, recent changes under the OBBBA deserve close attention. The updates significantly expand which residential construction projects can defer income recognition for tax purposes. For businesses operating on long build cycles, the result can be a substantial timing difference that improves cash f
Financial Fraud Prevention: Best Practices for 2026
Fraud risk continues to rise across the financial industry, and early 2026 is an important time for financial institutions to reexamine their prevention strategies. Criminal tactics are advancing quickly, technology is evolving, and regulatory expectations around cybersecurity, operational resilience, and risk management continue to intensify. Institu
Nonprofit Boards Gone Wrong: Avoiding the Most Common Governance Pitfalls
A strong board is the backbone of every successful nonprofit. When functioning effectively, a board provides vision, oversight, and accountability—ensuring that the organization fulfills its mission responsibly. But even the most well-intentioned boards can stumble into common governance pitfalls that create confusion, weaken trust, and jeopardize compliance.
Preparing for the 2026 Filing Season: Key Income Tax Considerations for Financial Institutions
Early-year tax planning is always important for financial institutions, but the 2026 filing season brings added complexity. Regulatory expectations continue to sharpen, the effects of 2025 transactions carry through to the return, and examination priorities from federal and state regulators increasingly intersect with tax reporting, documentation, and internal
