by pennextsteps | May 14, 2024 | Accounting for the Performing Arts, Bookkeeping with Quickbooks
What is a Chart of Accounts (COA)? Why is a Chart of Accounts (COA) important for your bookkeeping practices? A Chart of Accounts (COA) is a list of the accounts that an organization has identified for recording and allocating transactions in its general ledger....
by Pentacle-nextSteps | Apr 23, 2024 | Become a 501(c)3 Non-Profit in the Performing Arts, Choose A Structure
Difference Between Non-Profit and For-Profit Entities What is a Non-Profit Entity? A non-profit, not-for-profit, or NPO, is an organization that does not seek to earn profit for its owners. Rather, all of the money earned is used to keep the organization running and...
by Pentacle-nextSteps | Apr 23, 2024 | Become Fiscally Sponsored in the Performing Arts, Choose A Structure, Fiscal Sponsorship, What is Fiscal Sponsorship?
What is Fiscal Sponsorship? Definition of Fiscal Sponsorship in the Performing Arts Fiscal sponsorship is a relationship in which a nonprofit organization (the fiscal sponsor) agrees to accept and manage funds on behalf of another organization or individual project...
by Pentacle-nextSteps | Apr 23, 2024 | Choose A Structure
What is a LLC in the Performing Arts? Definition of LLC A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is defined as a legal business entity that limits the company’s members from risk of loss. The owners of an LLC are usually referred to as “members,” as the structure is more of...
by Pentacle-nextSteps | Apr 23, 2024 | Become a 501(c)3 Non-Profit in the Performing Arts, Become Fiscally Sponsored in the Performing Arts, Fiscal Sponsorship, What is Fiscal Sponsorship?
When to Choose Fiscal Sponsorship Over 501(c)3 Incorporation If you have a short-term or one-time project, or are just starting out as a creator, incorporating as a 501(c)(3) is not the most practical or cost-effective way to incorporate. Instead, fiscal sponsorship...
