Nonprofit fraud might seem rare, but it happens more often than you think—and can devastate trust and funding. The good news? There are simple ways to protect your organization.
Start with these basics:
- Segregate duties – No one person should handle all the money tasks. Separate who receives, deposits, and reconciles funds.
- Board oversight – Your board should review financials regularly and ask questions.
- Policies matter – Have clear guidelines for expense approvals, reimbursements, and whistleblower reporting.
Preventing fraud is all about awareness and putting solid systems in place.
