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Get the latest Martus news, plus tips, guides, and best practices from experts to help you streamline budgeting, reporting, and forecasting. 

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How to Perform Budget Variance Analysis (Step-by-Step Guide)

Most nonprofit organizations often lack clarity on why actual expenses exceed their budget during their fiscal year.

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The Rise of AI in Financial Reporting (and Why CFOs Love It)

Like most nonprofit organizations, you've had to deal with time-consuming manual reporting, version control issues in your worksheets, and limited...

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Automated Reporting in Finance: Benefits, Tools & Best Practices

Is your nonprofit finance team struggling with time-consuming manual reporting, accuracy issues, and limited visibility into financial data? It's...

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HR Budget Planning Explained: What to Do and What to Avoid

Imagine an effective HR budget planning system that helps you balance your staffing needs with funding limitations. It would be even better if you...

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Milestones, Momentum, and Meaningful Growth: A Q2 Update from Martus

Q2 2025 was a defining moment in Martus Solutions’ journey. We closed the quarter with 49% year-over-year growth in new annual recurring revenue...

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How to Perform Budget Analysis Effectively (Tools & Tips)

A well-timed mid-year budget analysis can be a game-changer for your organization, helping you avoid the risk of overspending on one program while...

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Nonprofit Expense Categories: Guide + Examples

As a nonprofit leader, you've likely seen organizations struggling with delayed grants, flagged audits, or loss of funders because of unclear expense...

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For Nonprofits, Storytelling with Data is the First Step Toward Smarter Budgets

For Nonprofits, Storytelling with Data is the First Step Toward Smarter Budgets

If your board meetings feel like a tug-of-war between budget lines and blank stares, you’re not alone. Every nonprofit wants a solid budget strategy....

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Nonprofit Financial Management Best Practices Uncovered

Proper financial management is a defining characteristic of a successful nonprofit in an increasingly stressful environment. Your organization must...

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