While it might not make sense that many of the operating costs of nonprofits and for-profit businesses are the same, if you consider the definition of operating costs, it becomes clearer. Operating costs are those expenses that cover the costs of running the business and making a product or service. For nonprofits that don’t make or sell a product, fundraising, or development, costs are considered similar to manufacturing costs. Understanding these expenses will help you create accurate budgets for a nonprofit organization. Operating Costs Operating Continue reading →