A simple breath can mean everything. At the Cystic Fibrosis Research Institute Gala, BryMar Co-Managing Partner Sandy Martinez heard heartfelt stories from families navigating cystic fibrosis. From a mother's determination to find answers for her child to a room united in hope, the evening revealed the people behind CFRI's mission. Sandy left with a deeper appreciation for the power of community, the importance of continued research, and the hope for a future where everyone c

BryMar's Michael and Justina attended the sold-out 2026 Hispanic Foundation Ball, an unforgettable evening celebrating education, family, and opportunity. From inspiring stories shared by scholarship and a mother of four daughters to more than $150,000 raised during a one hour raise your paddle fundraising, the evening showed what happens when a community comes together to invest in the next generation.

A balanced budget doesn't always mean a financially healthy nonprofit. During the Financial Health & Resilience for Nonprofits seminar, BryMar CPA's Michael Bryant and Community Foundation Santa Cruz County's Sabine Dukes shared practical insights on strengthening financial oversight, managing cash flow, identifying warning signs, and preparing for uncertainty. Discover how nonprofit leaders can turn financial information into better decisions and build long-term resilience.

The Form 990 Transparency Overhaul: What Every Nonprofit Should Know

BryMar CPA joined Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley to celebrate 35 years of service at its Paint the Town Red fundraiser. The evening brought together the people, stories, and community behind RTSV’s mission. For BryMar, it was also a meaningful opportunity to connect with a valued client beyond the audit and see firsthand the impact their work continues to make throughout Silicon Valley

The $1 million Single Audit threshold is key change nonprofit leaders should understand for 2026. Learn how the updated Single Audit threshold may affect federal award requirements, audit planning, SEFA preparation, indirect cost rates, equipment policies, and subawards. Even organizations below the new limit should maintain strong grant documentation, compliance processes, and accurate records to stay prepared for funder reviews, pass-through entity questions, and future aud

Self-dealing is one of the most misunderstood areas of private foundation compliance—and one of the most important for boards to understand. In this article, BryMar CPA explains what constitutes self-dealing, who qualifies as a disqualified person, common transaction types that require review, and practical governance steps foundations can take to reduce compliance risk. Learn how strong oversight, documentation, and board education can help protect your foundation's mission

Nonprofit financial resilience 2026 requires stronger cash visibility, updated reserve policies, scenario planning, revenue diversification, and clear board communication. This blog explains how nonprofits can prepare for funding delays, reimbursement gaps, and rising financial pressure while protecting mission-critical programs. It outlines practical steps leaders can take now to improve forecasting, manage cash shortfalls, and keep boards informed during uncertainty today.

This case study shows how BryMar helped a growing organization address a nonprofit audit backlog, reconcile financial records, correct misclassifications, and strengthen reporting processes. By resolving three years of overdue audits and improving internal financial systems, the organization moved from reactive cleanup to proactive financial management, gaining stronger compliance readiness, clearer visibility, and greater confidence in future growth.

Yu-Ai Kai 52nd Anniversary Celebration brought together community members, board members, leadership, and local officials for an evening honoring 52 years of service in San Jose’s Japantown. With casino games, heartfelt performances by seniors, and meaningful connections throughout the night, the event reflected the warmth and impact of Yu-Ai Kai’s mission. BryMar was proud to celebrate alongside an organization that continues to bring people together.

Learn how segregation of duties strengthens nonprofit financial controls, reduces risk, and protects your mission. Includes a practical checklist for executive directors and finance teams.

ASC 842 changed how nonprofits account for leases, bringing agreements once buried in expenses on the statement of activities onto the statement of financial position. This practical guide walks through the ASC 842 decision tree—from identifying leases to documenting judgment areas—helping nonprofits improve audit readiness, financial clarity, and confidence in lease accounting.

Hosting a nonprofit gala or fundraiser? Learn how to handle special event accounting, avoid audit findings, and accurately report revenue.

Financial audits don’t begin when auditors arrive—they start with year-round board oversight. This article explains how proactive preparation helps private foundations reduce audit costs, avoid surprises, and ease staff stress. Learn the board’s role versus management’s, key documents auditors request, common red flags, and how early planning leads to a smoother, more efficient audit process.

Rapid growth can create unexpected financial complexity for mission-driven organizations. This nonprofit audit advisory case study shows how a growing nonprofit partnered with BryMar to navigate consolidation challenges, evolving accounting standards, and rising audit costs. Through an advisory-first approach focused on clarity, education, and collaboration, the organization gained financial confidence while staying focused on its mission.

Transform your nonprofit audit from a compliance task into a strategic advantage. Learn how to interpret audit findings, strengthen internal controls, and communicate improvements to your board and donors. Discover how BryMar CPA helps nonprofits turn audit insights into organizational strength and donor confidence.

Year-end is the perfect time for nonprofits to strengthen financial processes, prepare required filings, and get audit-ready for the year ahead. This checklist walks Executive Directors and finance teams through essential tasks—from donor acknowledgments to reconciliations, budgeting, and GAAP requirements. BryMar CPA shares what to review now to start the new year with clarity and confidence.

The FASB’s new ASU 2025-05 gives organizations a simpler, clearer way to estimate credit losses on receivables. Learn what changed, why it matters, and how early adoption can streamline your next audit cycle.

Trust is built on transparency — especially in nonprofit accounting. Learn how proper tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds builds donor confidence, simplifies audits, and keeps your organization compliant.

The Nonprofit Integrity Act reshaped accountability for California nonprofits, requiring independent audits and audit committees for organizations over $2M. This article explains the law, why it matters, and what executive directors need to know to stay compliant. BryMar CPA specializes in financial statement audits and audit prep for nonprofits that fall under these requirements.