In the late 1990s, Michigan’s plant agriculture faced serious challenges, with pests and diseases threatening growers. To address this, a partnership called Project GREEEN (Generating Research and Extension to meet Economic and Environmental Needs) was established, bringing together leaders from Michigan State University, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, and plant commodity …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing $27.6 million in grants through its 2501 Program to support underserved and veteran farmers, ranchers, and foresters. The program offers training, outreach, and technical assistance to help them succeed in their agricultural ventures. These grants will fund various projects, including educational initiatives and resource connections. The …
The nature of innovation means that laws will always be lagging behind new technology, now, legislation is attempting to catch up to cryptocurrency.
Approximately 17% of US adults have used digital currency, which positions itself as a decentralized method of payment. But as marketplaces have grown, they have quickly created a landscape that makes it …
There are many stages in the lifetime of a nonprofit when it may be valuable to bring in outside support. Consultants can provide an unbiased perspective, beneficial expertise, or much-needed capacity, to help an organization address a specific problem or achieve an identified goal.
With so many options, it may be difficult to find the …
Conversations about the decline of charitable giving often center on only one-half of the fundraising transaction: the donor. Good development professionals understand that philanthropy is not a one-way street. It is incumbent upon organizations to craft effective strategies and build positive relationships with their supporters to ensure the success of their fundraising efforts.
This article …
In the nonprofit world, your focus is solidly on your mission. As a result, discussion about money can often be reactionary, leaving you at a disadvantage when it comes to establishing sustainable funding to support important programs and services. A more effective strategy for achieving a sound financial position is to take a page …
While bank failures are rare in the grand scheme of things, they can and do happen – as recent events like the closure of Silicon Valley Bank go a long way towards proving. When these types of bank failures do occur, they can be catastrophic. They happen quickly and often without warning, leaving business …
It’s safe to say that the millions upon millions of small and mid-sized businesses operating right now are the true foundation of the United States economy. But whether you’re a seasoned veteran or are a new entrepreneur looking to journey out on your own for the first time, it’s important to understand the options …
If you have been procrastinating about filing your 2022 tax return or have not filed other prior year returns, you should consider the consequences, including the penalties, interest, and aggressive enforcement actions. Plus, if you have a refund coming for a prior year you may end up forfeiting it.
If you haven’t filed your return …
Tax law includes several tax and financially favored benefits that employers can offer or provide to their employees. This article is intended to make you aware of these perks, with the caveat that all employers, especially small businesses, may not provide all, or perhaps any, of these covered perks. But whichever of these benefits …
