Money & Dues
All posts in the Money & Dues category.
Treasurer Fraud Prevention: Protecting Your Club's Finances
Nonprofit embezzlement is more common than you think. Here's how small volunteer organizations can protect their money with simple financial controls.
17 July 2026
Creating a Budget for a Small Community Organization
A step-by-step guide to building a real budget for your volunteer-run club, with templates, dues math, reserve fund targets, and board approval tips.
16 July 2026
Monthly vs Annual Dues: How Timing Affects Retention
Monthly dues feel easier but lead to more cancellations. Annual dues lock in commitment. Here's what community organizations should know about payment timing.
15 July 2026
Sliding Scale Membership Dues: Let Members Pay What They Can
Sliding scale membership dues let families pay what fits their budget. Here's how to set the range, frame it right, and track variable payments.
26 June 2026
Cash, Check, or Online: Club Payment Methods
A practical breakdown of every payment method for collecting club dues and event fees, with real cost comparisons and advice on what to offer.
25 June 2026
Club Finance Basics: Where Do Your Dues Actually Go?
Members pay dues but rarely know where the money goes. Learn how to break down your club's budget so members understand and trust your finances.
5 June 2026
How to Set Up Recurring Dues Payments (and Why You Should)
Stop chasing members for annual dues. Learn how to set up automatic recurring payments, reduce volunteer labor, and keep your renewal rate above 90%.
4 June 2026
Setting Up a Group Emergency Fund for Member Hardship
Learn how to create and manage a member emergency fund for your community organization, from bylaws to disbursement policies to transparent record-keeping.
15 May 2026
Payment Processing Fees Explained: What Your Club Pays
A plain-language breakdown of credit card fees, ACH costs, and processor markups so your volunteer treasurer knows exactly where the money goes.
14 May 2026
The Awkward Dues Conversation: How to Ask and Keep Friends
How do you ask friends and neighbors for overdue dues without damaging the friendship? Here's how to take the personal sting out of the conversation.
12 May 2026
Club Treasurer Duties: Your First 90 Days Handbook
A 90-day roadmap for new club treasurers covering account setup, dues collection, financial reporting, and building systems that make the role manageable.
24 April 2026
How to Handle Members Who Don't Pay Dues (Without Drama)
A step-by-step guide for treasurers dealing with members who don't pay dues, from friendly reminders to formal suspension, without wrecking relationships.
23 April 2026