OnFire Nonprofit Consulting

08/04/2025

Fact check: Can the IRS revoke your nonprofit’s tax-exempt status overnight?
This clear and insightful guide from Nonprofit Quarterly outlines the legal safeguards nonprofits enjoy—from the mandatory audit and appeal steps to the separation between state nonprofit status and federal tax-exemption.
It breaks down:
• Why tax-exempt status can’t be revoked by executive order
• The multi-stage process—including audits, appeals, and even court review
• What happens if your status is revoked, and how to recover

For nonprofit leaders, staying informed on these protections and compliance requirements is not just smart—it’s essential.

A nonprofit legal expert weighs in on what the government can actually do to affect an organization’s tax-exempt status.

07/25/2025

✨ “Vision without action is merely a dream.” – Joel Barker
At OnFire, we turn nonprofit dreams into action plans.
What dream are you working on this summer?
Let us help you make it real.

07/24/2025

👇 Explore how nonprofits can harness AI—without losing the human touch
BWF’s guide, “AI for Nonprofits: How to Leverage Machine Learning for Good,” breaks down the nuts and bolts of AI—from terminology and real-world use cases (like tailored donor outreach and predictive analytics) to the ethical guardrails every mission-driven organization needs.
Whether you're curious about AI or already exploring it, this practical, values-based resource is a great read.
https://www.bwf.com/ai-for-nonprofits/

07/22/2025

💡 QUICK TIP TUESDAY
Stop chasing grants without a strategy.
Strong applications begin with strong alignment.
✅ Does the grant match your mission?
✅ Can you measure impact clearly?
✅ Do you have capacity to follow through?

07/18/2025

🌍 “What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others.” — Nelson Mandela

Today, we honor the legacy of Nelson Mandela by recognizing the power of purpose-driven leadership and service to others.
At OnFire Consulting, we believe that nonprofits carry the torch of this legacy every day—working tirelessly to create systems, opportunities, and change that uplift communities.
Mandela Day reminds us that every action counts and that building better organizations means building a better world.
💡 How is your team creating impact today?

07/15/2025

July marks the halfway point of the year—an ideal time for nonprofit teams to step back and take stock.
✔️ What’s working?
✔️ Where can you refocus?
✔️ How are your systems supporting your goals?
Mid-year moments like this give space for meaningful reflection and intentional course corrections—whether it's tightening up a campaign, reconnecting with supporters, or planning for the fall.
Here’s to a purposeful second half of the year.

06/18/2025

🚨ATTENTION!!! 🌟 Join other supporters in urging Congress to protect our nonprofits!

Call your members today and help us expand charitable giving. Your voice matters! 📣

https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/files/media/documents/2025/protecting-nonprofit-sector-tax-reconciliation.pdf

06/17/2025

Are you telling your story effectively?
In a digital-first world, your mission deserves messaging that moves people.
Discover how to build an authentic, compelling brand voice with OnFire.

06/16/2025

Stay ahead with 2025's top nonprofit tech trends: AI-driven donor insights, blockchain for transparency, and mobile-first strategies. Embrace innovation to amplify your mission.

06/16/2025

Make sure to register and join me in beautiful Wilmington, NC.

Have you seen?! 👇😲 I am so excited to be back again this year speaking at the NC Philanthropy Conference. What a fabulous location - Wilmington, NC. Have you registered? Early bird ends July 7th.

06/12/2025

Is your organization grant-ready? 💸
June is prime time to prep for fall funding cycles.
Get expert guidance on prospecting, storytelling, and readiness from our consulting team.
👉 Let's build a sustainable funding plan.