Tag Archives: Funding

WHAT SEMICONDUCTOR ORGANIZATIONS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CHIPS FOR AMERICA ACT

And how you can prepare to capture the opportunities it presents. The CHIPS for America Act is poised to provide significant opportunities for semiconductor organizations. Additional guidance from the Departments of Commerce and Defense is needed around the application process for the program, but there are steps semiconductor organizations can take now to prepare. Below Read More…

NEW JERSEY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY ANNOUNCES NEW FUNDING

On Monday, April 12, 2021, Governor Murphy signed a bill authorizing the New Jersey Economic Development Agency (NJEDA) to issue grants to non-profits and small businesses.  The NJEDA will issue a total of $85 Million under Phase 4 of the Small Business Emergency Assistance Grant Program.  The program is intended to provide short-term assistance to Read More…

STRENGTHENING INTERNAL CONTROL IN THE COVID-19 ENVIRONMENT

By Carla DeMartini, CPA Due to its mission-driven purpose, a nonprofit organization’s financial and operational sustainability is significantly impacted by its environment. Natural disasters, economic slowdowns and unforeseen events are just a few factors that can adversely affect nonprofit organizations. That is why a strong internal control system has always been a priority for audit Read More…

FEDERAL AID PACKAGE HELPS INDIVIDUALS AFFECTED BY COVID-19

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201),  became law on March 18, 2020. The Act guarantees free testing for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), establishes emergency paid sick leave, expands family and medical leave, enhances unemployment insurance, expands food security initiatives, and increases federal Medicaid funding. The Act includes up to 80 hours of emergency Read More…

RETIREMENT SAVINGS TAX DEDUCTIONS

With the loss of several itemized deductions under the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) for many individuals, taxpayers are wondering where they can still find tax deductions.  One great place is with retirement savings.  The TCJA did not change the rules for retirement savings tax deductions.  In fact, many retirement savings deductions continue Read More…