Brand K Partners’ Give Back Program

At Brand K Partners, we celebrate the power of community and giving back.

Every year we’re excited to partner with, and offer pro bono accounting services to, one newly established nonprofit^*. By offering our expertise, we equip these organizations with the tools and knowledge they need to manage their finances effectively from the beginning. It’s our way of giving back and helping emerging nonprofits focus on their mission and make a meaningful impact from the start.

If selected, the nonprofit will receive the following support:

    Comprehensive Accounting Setup: We’ll ensure that your initial accounting systems are in place to help your organization run smoothly.
Training & Education: We’ll teach you the essentials of nonprofit accounting, training your team with the knowledge to manage your financials long-term.
Monthly Close Support: We will provide you support with recording and reporting in your first month of close.

  

Apply by: August 15, 2025

Selected nonprofit notified: August 25, 2025

Service completion deadline: October 31, 2025

Together, we’ll lay the foundation for your organization’s accounting infrastructure so you can focus on doing the work that matters the most.

FAQ – Give Back Program

Q: How do we apply for the Give Back Program?

A: If you’ve recently launched a nonprofit organization* and would like to be considered for the Give Back Program, simply fill out the Application by August 15, 2025. We will select one organization on August 25, 2025, so make sure to tell us about your mission and how you plan to make an impact in your community.

Q: Is there a cost to participate in the program?

A: No! The services provided with the Give Back Program are entirely free. It’s our way of supporting organizations that are working to better the world, without the added financial burden. That being said, any software fees** would be the only cost for the nonprofit.

Q: What does the program include?

A: The program includes setting up your organization’s accounting system, providing training for your team on nonprofit accounting principles and software, and one month of financial close support. The Give Back Program includes up to 25 hours of pro bono accounting & training support to be completed on or before October 31st. All services are to be provided remotely.

Q: What if we need additional support outside the 25 hours of pro bono accounting and training support?

A: Depending on availability, additional support through October 31st may be provided at an hourly rate, which will be specified within the engagement contract.

Q: What are some of the services not included in the Give Back Program?

A: Filing your 501(c)3 or 501(c)6 status, 990 preparation and filing, audit preparation, budget preparation, forecasting, cash management, drafting of fiscal procedures, board/finance committee presentations, processing payroll, and prior year/month clean-up.

Q: How can we support the Give Back Program?

A: You can support our program by spreading the word to other nonprofits and resharing our posts on your social media channels. Every mention helps in ensuring we can continue giving back to the community.

*Newly established nonprofit is one that has received its 501(c)3 or 501(c)6 status within the past year or had fewer than 5 banking transactions per month over the past 12 months.

**Which may or may not include the following: (QuickBooks Online, chart of accounts, classes, and BILL/Spend & Expense)

GIVE BACK PROGRAM APPLICATION

Application Due Date: 08/15/2025

GIVE BACK PROGRAM APPLICATION

PART I: Nonprofit Information

Name of nonprofit:(Required)

Applicant name and title:(Required)

Address of nonprofit:(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Phone(Required)

Please enter a valid phone number.

Email(Required)

example@example.com

Check this box if you would like your email to be added to our Emerging Nonprofit Forum — a space for new and emerging nonprofits to connect, share ideas, build relationships, and learn from industry experts. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Website:

Date nonprofit was designated as a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) by the IRS:(Required)

If the 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) was established on or before August 15, 2024, has the nonprofit had no more than 5 banking transactions per month during the past year?

Yes, there have been 5 or less banking transactions per month during the past year (please note: additional support may be requested)

No, there have been more than 5 banking transactions per month during the past year

PART II: Mission Statement

What is the nonprofit's mission statement?(Required)

PART III: Why this Nonprofit?

Why should this nonprofit be selected for the Give Back Program?(Required)

What inspires you to support this nonprofit?(Required)

What struggles has this nonprofit encountered?(Required)

What are the nonprofit’s short-term goals (2 - 3 years)?(Required)

What are the nonprofit’s long-term goals (5 - 10 years)?(Required)

PART IV: Signature

Signature(Required)

I affirm that I am the of the above-named legally designated 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) organization, and I am applying for pro bono accounting services offered by Brand K Partners under the Give Back Program. I understand that, if selected, an agreement with Brand K Partners will be signed that will outline the scope of services to be provided and the time period during which such services will be rendered.