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Strategizing for an Uncertain Year in the Nonprofit Sector

The start of the new year is a great time to set goals, boundaries, and expectations for your organization. This is a high time when funding cycles are being renewed, mission statements are solidified, and new programs, ideas, or staff may all be on the organization's...

2024: End-of-Year Wrap Up

Happy End of Year! As we bid farewell to 2024 and look back on the past year, I am truly proud of everything our team has built and accomplished together. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has contributed to shaping Arula into what it is today!With our outstanding...

Delicious Discoveries: Local Eats Along US 287

When it comes to food, the options seem endless—but not all of them are worth your time and money. Over the years, I’ve learned that the best meals often come from stepping outside of your usual spots and venturing into new, uncharted territory. Next time you’re...
Fiscal Sponsorships

Fiscal Sponsorships

Have you been denied a grant because you don’t have the proper 501(c)(3) status and were recommended to have a fiscal sponsor? Are you a nonprofit that would like to partner on a grant with an organization that doesn’t have a 501(c)(3) status? If either of those...

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501(c). . . 1, 2, 3!

501(c). . . 1, 2, 3!

In the United States, nonprofit organizations can fall into over 25 different categories according to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), with three of the most common being 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(6). While these categories may sound the same, they each have...

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Arula in the Wild: Trout Tank Volunteer Match-a-Thon

Arula in the Wild: Trout Tank Volunteer Match-a-Thon

On April 24th, The Lyric Cinema hosted Trout Tank: a Volunteer Match-a-Thon, an Arula sponsored event, that focused on bringing local nonprofits and community members together. The focus of the event was to spotlight nonprofits and social impact groups from around the...

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Importance of Statement of Functional Expenses

Importance of Statement of Functional Expenses

Introduction For nonprofit organizations, functional expenses refer to the various types of expenses that are associated with fulfilling the organization's mission. These expenses are typically categorized into three main categories: program expenses, management /...

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Arula in the Wild: Founded in FoCo’s Nonprofit Track

Arula in the Wild: Founded in FoCo’s Nonprofit Track

“Formerly known as Fort Collins Startup Week, the event became self-branded in 2022 as Founded in FoCo to celebrate the diverse entrepreneurial spirit of our community. Led by a diverse group of local entrepreneurs and experts representing our community’s best and...

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Grant Proposals: Must-Have Attachments & Docs Explained

Grant Proposals: Must-Have Attachments & Docs Explained

Introduction All right, so you've done research on the grant funders you'd like to target and found one you'd like to apply for. Now comes the real work: actually writing the proposal and gathering any necessary attachments or additional documentation. You may already...

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