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How Nonprofits Can Build Stronger Partnerships Between Boards and Management
Nonprofits change in step with the communities they serve. Programs grow, ambitions expand and, with them, the questions multiply: Are governance and strategy moving together—or drifting apart? Boards and leadership teams who pause to reflect on their roles, priorities, and long-term objectives often find new ways to contribute to the organization’s vision and strengthen the […]
How To Preserve Value After a Merger or Acquisition
Effective integration post-transaction depends on anticipating operational challenges, aligning teams and systems, and applying practical oversight from the outset. Early clarity and structured support help buyers turn deal assumptions into measurable results and lasting value. Key Takeaways: Acquiring a business post transaction brings a shift from negotiation to execution. Having a smooth integration of operational […]
How Nonprofits Can Strengthen Revenue Mix for Long-Term Financial Sustainability
Most nonprofits rely on a familiar set of funding sources. Over time, those sources can come to define how revenue conversations unfold, shaping assumptions about what is realistic, worthwhile, or even possible. This can narrow the way organizations think about revenue, even when their mission, expertise, and day‑to‑day operations suggest there may be more room […]
AAFCPAs to Present Financial and Data Strategies for Community Health Centers at CHI 2026
Rising costs, shifting healthcare reimbursement models, and growing patient demand continue to strain Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and other healthcare providers across the nation. Management is forced to weigh difficult decisions while seeking practical ways to stabilize operations, improve cash flow, and protect mission‑driven care. AAFCPAs is pleased to present two sessions at the […]
FQHC Financial Pressures Draw National Attention, With Insight From AAFCPAs
HealthLeaders (April 10, 2026) – AAFCPAs was recently featured in a HealthLeaders article “The Hardest Year Yet: How This FQHC Is Fighting to Regain Financial Footing,” which examines rising financial strain across federally qualified health centers. In the article, Courtney McFarland, CPA, MSA, 340B Apexus Certified Expert™, Partner at AAFCPAs, describes how expenses are outpacing […]
SOX 404 Compliance and the Value of Strong Internal Controls
Strong internal controls under SOX 404(a) help organizations prevent errors, improve operational consistency, and maintain confidence with stakeholders. Effective compliance turns regulatory requirements into a framework for reliable reporting and sound governance. Key Takeaways: Section 404(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act requires management of public companies to establish, maintain, and annually evaluate effective internal controls over […]
AAFCPAs Recognized in BBJ Best Places to Work 2026
Boston Business Journal (April 9, 2026) – AAFCPAs is pleased to be named to the Boston Business Journal Best Places to Work 2026 list. Now in its 24th year, the program recognizes employers across Greater Boston based on confidential team-member feedback, measuring workplace culture through job satisfaction, engagement, communication, retention, and teamwork. AAFCPAs was recognized […]
AAF Wealth Management Q1 2026 Market Insights
In an ongoing commitment to keep you abreast on a range of issues that might affect your business, AAFCPAs is pleased to share Q1 2026 Market Insights published by AAF Wealth Management, a wholly owned subsidiary of AAFCPAs. This provides investors with an understanding of what’s driven performance of late. The start of 2026 offered […]
AAFCPAs to Present on Cannabis Finance and Compliance at 2026 NECANN
Operators, investors, and advisors across New England and nationwide are preparing for significant tax and regulatory change. Federal rescheduling and the expected inapplicability of Section 280E to cannabis are set to reshape growth strategies and compliance requirements. These developments set the stage for timely industry discussion at the 2026 New England Cannabis Convention and NECANN […]