{"id":15068,"date":"2023-06-01T19:16:23","date_gmt":"2023-06-02T00:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/?p=15068"},"modified":"2025-02-24T14:54:40","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T20:54:40","slug":"best-nonprofit-bank","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/best-nonprofit-bank\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Best Nonprofit Bank For You"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"15068\" class=\"elementor elementor-15068\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-dd0fda3 elementor-section-stretched elementor-reverse-mobile elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"dd0fda3\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;,&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-66 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b242ed0\" data-id=\"b242ed0\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f405c33 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f405c33\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Choose the Best Nonprofit Bank for Your Organization<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c783dd0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c783dd0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Discover some of the best institutions for nonprofit banking in our guide. 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elementor-element-b371377\" data-id=\"b371377\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-06b59ed elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"06b59ed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/eduardo-soares-utWyPB8_FU8-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30044\" alt=\"ATM buttons\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/eduardo-soares-utWyPB8_FU8-unsplash-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/eduardo-soares-utWyPB8_FU8-unsplash-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8b42fc1 elementor-reverse-mobile elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"8b42fc1\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-66 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e2ae2d2 content-containerer\" data-id=\"e2ae2d2\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-77a6d7e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"77a6d7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Nonprofit bank accounts are essential tools for organizations looking to manage their finances effectively and maintain credibility. As a nonprofit administrator, selecting the ideal banking partner is key to enabling your organization to reach its objectives. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various aspects of nonprofit accounts to consider when choosing the best banking partner.<\/p><p>Our discussion will highlight the benefits of having dedicated nonprofit bank accounts to enhance your organization\u2019s credibility while simplifying expense tracking and streamlining donation management. In addition, we&#8217;ll examine key factors such as fee structure comparison and quality customer support that should influence your decision-making process when selecting the best banks for nonprofits.<\/p><p>To help you make an informed choice, we&#8217;ve compiled a list of top recommended banks and credit unions for nonprofits, offering competitive rates alongside robust online tools or specialized services designed to meet your organization&#8217;s specific needs.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc1bf51 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dc1bf51\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Traditional Banks vs. Online Banks vs. Credit Unions\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ad9105 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5ad9105\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>When picking a bank for your nonprofit, you have a few main categories of financial institutions to choose from<\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">Traditional banks tend to have the most to offer regarding customer service and convenient locations. However, they come with potential hazards like bank failures, runs, and bailouts.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Online banks<\/b> have lower overhead costs, leading to higher yields and fewer charges.\u00a0<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Credit unions<\/b> may offer more personalized service and competitive rates on their best nonprofit bank accounts. They are also nonprofits, which may influence your desire to do business with them.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f0975f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f0975f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Identifying Specialized Nonprofit Account Features<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1092c8d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1092c8d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Savings Account:<\/b> A dedicated savings account with competitive interest rates can help grow your organization&#8217;s funds over time.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cash Deposits:<\/b> Some financial institutions waive fees for cash deposits, which can be beneficial if your nonprofit frequently receives cash payments or donations.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Authorized Signers:<\/b> Nonprofit bank accounts should allow multiple authorized signers to access and manage the account, ensuring transparency and accountability within the organization.<\/li><\/ul><p>Look for low or no monthly fees, minimal initial deposit requirements, and no minimum balance requirements. Ensure that your chosen bank is FDIC insured and your credit union is<a href=\"https:\/\/ncua.gov\/newsroom\/press-release\/2020\/deposits-are-safe-federally-insured-credit-unions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> NCUA<\/a> insured for added security.<\/p><p>Find the right banking partner to support your organization&#8217;s mission and manage its finances effectively.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-47baae6 elementor-blockquote--skin-boxed elementor-blockquote--button-color-official elementor-widget elementor-widget-blockquote\" data-id=\"47baae6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"blockquote.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<blockquote class=\"elementor-blockquote\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-blockquote__content\">\n\t\t\t\t<i>\"Maximize your nonprofit's funds with the right bank account. Choose tailored options, higher interest rates, and digital features for effective financial management. \u201c<\/i>\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/blockquote>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1579ccc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1579ccc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Efficient Nonprofit Banking with Digital Features\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-09933ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"09933ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>We don\u2019t have to tell you that managing your nonprofit\u2019s finances efficiently is critical, and digital banking tools are essential for remote and on-the-go banking. The best bank for nonprofits might be the one that makes it simple to do business on the go.<\/p><h3>Mobile App Functionality<\/h3><p>Choose a bank or financial institution with a user-friendly mobile app that allows you to manage your nonprofit bank accounts from anywhere, including features like checking balances, transferring funds, depositing checks, and accepting donations. If a mobile app is on your list, understand that some credit unions lag in that technology. Unfortunately, some credit unions lag on technology updates, leaving them without a mobile app or with one in production for later.<\/p><h3><b>Security Protocols<\/b><\/h3><p>Ensure the chosen financial institution has strict security protocols to protect against fraud and unauthorized access to your business accounts, including multi-factor authentication and encryption technologies.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8cdb0d4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8cdb0d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/online-accounting-1024x341.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-15079\" alt=\"accounting ledger on paper on a desk with pencil tip showing\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/online-accounting-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/online-accounting-980x327.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/online-accounting-480x160.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f7c80b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0f7c80b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><b>Integration with Accounting Software<\/b><b><\/b><\/h3><p>Thanks to today\u2019s technology, popular software integration takes minutes instead of days to configure.<\/p><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ease of use:<\/b> Choose a bank that offers seamless integration with popular accounting software used by nonprofits.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Data accuracy:<\/b> Integration ensures accurate transaction records are maintained within both systems.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Real-time updates:<\/b> Opt for banks that provide real-time transaction data, allowing you to have up-to-date financial information at your fingertips.<\/li><\/ul><p>Incorporating these digital banking features into your nonprofit&#8217;s operations will streamline fund management and enhance transparency and accountability within the organization.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9e7ab5a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9e7ab5a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Benefits of a Nonprofit Bank Account<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9b1b2fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9b1b2fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Separating your finances with a <b>nonprofit bank account<\/b> adds credibility and professionalism to your organization while simplifying expense tracking and donation management.<\/p><h3><b>Enhancing Organizational Credibility<\/b><\/h3><p>A separate nonprofit bank account shows that your organization is serious about financial transparency and accountability, which builds trust with donors and establishes your exempt status with the IRS.<\/p><h3><b>Simplified Expense Tracking<\/b><\/h3><ul><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Dedicated Accounts:<\/i> Keep fundraising income separate from personal assets for accurate cash flow monitoring.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Budget Management:<\/i> Track expenses related to your mission for better budget management and compliance with funding restrictions.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\"><i>Tax Reporting:<\/i> Accurate records of revenues collected through fundraising events simplify tax reporting requirements for exempt organizations.<\/li><\/ul><h3><b>Streamlined Donation Management<\/b><\/h3><p>A nonprofit bank account enables efficient donation management by accepting cash payments and deposits, tracking incoming funds, and integrating with online donation platforms such as CharityAuctionsToday, and financial services providers.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p><p>Some banks offer specialized financial products tailored for nonprofits, such as higher interest rates on savings accounts and lower fees on credit card processing or cash management tools.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7909ec elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b7909ec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/mobile-banking-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-15080\" alt=\"hand with a cell phone in it showing a banking app\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/mobile-banking-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/mobile-banking-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/mobile-banking-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c919ae2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c919ae2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Key Factors in Selecting the Best Banks for Nonprofits\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b07feb8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b07feb8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>When choosing a bank for your nonprofit in 2023, consider fees, customer support, accessibility, and compatibility with existing financial systems.<\/p><h3><b>Fee Structures Comparison<\/b><\/h3><p>Compare fees from different banks and credit unions to find the best fit for your nonprofit&#8217;s needs.<\/p><h3><b>Quality of Customer Support<\/b><\/h3><p>Choose a bank with responsive and knowledgeable customer support tailored to nonprofits.<\/p><h3><b>Branches\/ATM Availability<\/b><\/h3><ul><li aria-level=\"1\">Consider a bank with numerous locations nationwide if your nonprofit handles frequent cash payments or deposits.<\/li><li aria-level=\"1\">Online banks offer better interest rates, while credit unions prioritize member satisfaction.<\/li><\/ul><h3><b>Compatibility with Existing Financial Systems<\/b><\/h3><p>Choose a financial institution compatible with your nonprofit&#8217;s existing accounting software or other financial systems to ensure seamless integration.<\/p><p>Overall, finding the best bank for your nonprofit involves considering fees, customer support, accessibility, and compatibility with existing financial systems.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4eea787 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4eea787\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Select the Best Nonprofit Bank Account for Your Needs<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb1eeaa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bb1eeaa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Choosing the right bank for your nonprofit is one of your organization&#8217;s most important financial decisions\u2014it can impact your financial stability and credibility.<\/p><p>Compare online and traditional banks, evaluate credit union offerings, and identify specialized nonprofit account features to make an informed decision.<\/p><p>Remember to consider digital banking features like mobile app functionality, security protocols, and integration with accounting software &#8211; they can simplify expense tracking and streamline donation management.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-28a5f79 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"28a5f79\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"373\" src=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/FAQ.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-15084\" alt=\"letters FAQ in black over blue squares of different tones\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.charityauctionstoday.com\/p\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/FAQ.jpg 768w, 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nonprofit should have a dedicated business checking account to separate its finances from personal accounts, and some banks offer specialized nonprofit accounts with tailored services for better financial management.<\/p><h3><b>How much money can a 501(c)(3) organization keep in the bank?<\/b><\/h3><p>A 501(c)(3) organization can hold any amount of money in the bank if it aligns with its mission and complies with IRS regulations.<\/p><h3><b>Can a nonprofit use a personal bank account?<\/b><\/h3><p>No, nonprofits should not use personal bank accounts for organizational transactions, as it may lead to legal issues, jeopardize tax-exempt status, or create difficulties during audits.<\/p><h3><b>What is needed to open a bank account for a nonprofit?<\/b><\/h3><p>To open an account for your nonprofit, you&#8217;ll need an EIN, incorporation paperwork, an<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayexempt.org\/static\/resources\/IRS%20Determination%20Letter.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> IRS determination letter<\/a>, a list of authorized signers, organizational bylaws or meeting minutes, and an initial deposit.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fec739d elementor-author-box--name-yes elementor-author-box--biography-yes elementor-author-box--link-no elementor-widget elementor-widget-author-box\" data-id=\"fec739d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"author-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box__text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-author-box__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTom Kelly\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-author-box__bio\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tTom Kelly, CEO, is an entrepreneur and consultant with more than 20 years experience helping nonprofits lower costs and increase profits. 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