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Nicola Scoon

Nonprofit Content Writer

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Nicola has a background in nonprofit marketing and community building, working for both local projects and global nonprofits. She brings her experience as a nonprofit marketer and a writer to share insights, ideas, tips, and strategies to help others maximize their potential.

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Nicola Scoon

6 best credit cards for nonprofits & alternatives in 2026

Comparing the best credit cards for nonprofits? Here's everything you need to know about fees, rewards, and personal guarantee requirements to find the right card for your organization.

6 best credit cards for nonprofits & alternatives in 2026

7 best banks for nonprofits & alternatives in 2026

Discover the best banks and financial institutions for nonprofit organizations. Compare account types, fees, features, and ease of access to find your best-fit bank or credit union.

7 best banks for nonprofits & alternatives in 2026
Mr Butter having its board member orientation

Board member orientation: What to include & how to run it

Many new board members receive no orientation and are left to figure it out on their own. Improve confidence and engagement across your board by introducing a simple and clear orientation experience.

Board member orientation: What to include & how to run it
Mr Butter showcasing Giving Tuesday email examples

Giving Tuesday email templates, subject lines & strategy guide

Make the biggest impact this year with our complete guide to Giving Tuesday email campaigns, including examples, tips, and the tools you need to raise more.

Giving Tuesday email templates, subject lines & strategy guide
Mr Butter checking a board member application

Nonprofit board member application template (free download)

Get your free nonprofit board member application template so you can find, vet, and onboard best-fit candidates.

Nonprofit board member application template (free download)
Mr Butter holding a nonprofit cover letter

How to write a nonprofit cover letter (with 2 examples)

Writing a nonprofit cover letter? Here's what hiring managers actually look for, along with two annotated examples you can adapt for your next application.

How to write a nonprofit cover letter (with 2 examples)
Mr Butter with a nonprofit resume in the background

How to write a nonprofit resume (with free template & example)

Applying for a nonprofit role? Here's how to write a resume that passes ATS screens and impresses hiring managers, plus a full annotated example and a free customizable template.

How to write a nonprofit resume (with free template & example)
Mr Butter looking into how to build a nonprofit advisory board

Nonprofit advisory board: What it is & how to build one

Discover the benefits of using advisory boards to add expertise without the governance obligations, plus a step-by-step guide on how to recruit advisors.

Nonprofit advisory board: What it is & how to build one
Mr Butter with an upward graph in the background

Nonprofit board fundraising: Roles, expectations & best practices

A practical guide to setting clear expectations, giving your board members confidence, and creating a culture of board fundraising. 

Nonprofit board fundraising: Roles, expectations & best practices
Mr Butter showcasing nonprofit management skills

Nonprofit management 101: Skills, careers & how to grow

Nonprofit management covers everything from budgets to board meetings. Here's your roadmap to the roles, skills, and growth paths that power mission-driven work.

Nonprofit management 101: Skills, careers & how to grow
Mr Butter exploring best membership management tools

The 5 best membership management software tools for 2026

Compare the five best membership management software platforms with pricing, standout features, and honest pros and cons.

The 5 best membership management software tools for 2026
Mr Butter setting up membership dues

Membership dues: How to set, collect & grow them

Membership dues keep your org running, but collecting them shouldn't take over your week. Here's how to set dues, automate renewals, and grow your member base without a pricey platform.

Membership dues: How to set, collect & grow them
Mr Butter creating a nonprofit chart of accounts

Free nonprofit chart of accounts template & sample chart

Learn how to create a nonprofit chart of accounts with our free template and step-by-step guide.

Free nonprofit chart of accounts template & sample chart
Mr Butter learning about nonprofit bookkeeping

Free nonprofit bookkeeping template & step-by-step guide

Nonprofit bookkeeping comes with its own set of rules—from restricted funds to Form 990 reporting. This guide breaks it down simply, with a free template to help you get started.

Free nonprofit bookkeeping template & step-by-step guide
Mr Butter learning more about nonprofit fund accounting

Fund accounting for nonprofits: How to stop mixing your money

Fund accounting isn't just for accountants. Learn what it is, how it works, and how to stay organized—no finance degree required.

Fund accounting for nonprofits: How to stop mixing your money
Mr Butter writing a nonprofit board member agreement

Free nonprofit board member agreement template & guide

A board member agreement sets clear expectations for every person serving on your board. Here's what to include, plus a free template to get you started.

Free nonprofit board member agreement template & guide
Mr Butter checking his nonprofit board meeting agenda

Nonprofit board meeting agenda: Free template & what to include

Learn exactly what to include in your nonprofit board meeting agenda, plus download a free customizable template to keep your meetings productive and on track.

Nonprofit board meeting agenda: Free template & what to include
Mr Butter looking at a nonprofit balance sheet

Nonprofit balance sheet: How to read yours (& free template!)

Learn what a nonprofit balance sheet is, how to read one, and what it should contain. Download a free balance sheet template to get started.

Nonprofit balance sheet: How to read yours (& free template!)
Mr Butter presenting nonprofit financial statements

Nonprofit financial statements: How to use them (Free template!)

Learn how to create, read, and present nonprofit financial statements. Understand the four core reports and get a free template to simplify reporting.

Nonprofit financial statements: How to use them (Free template!)
Mr Butter learning about nonprofit investing

Nonprofit investing: How to make your funds go further

Learn how to know when your organization is ready to invest, explore different investing options, and understand how to stay financially responsible as you grow.

Nonprofit investing: How to make your funds go further
Mr Butter exploring board recruitment

Board recruitment: How to find & keep great nonprofit leaders

Learn how to recruit nonprofit board members who are engaged, generous, and in it for the long haul.

Board recruitment: How to find & keep great nonprofit leaders