What our clients and collaborators are saying…

Some of Our Clients

Agamim Classical Academy

Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs

Ayada Leads

Black Collective Foundation MN

Creative Enterprise Zone

Dress for Success Twin Cities

Employee Ownership Expansion Network

Great River Passage Conservancy

Keeping Families Connected

Lake Street Council

MiMA

Minnesota Center for Employee Ownership

Minnesota Council of Nonprofits

Mission Animal Hospital

Northcountry Cooperative Foundation

People Serving People

Portico Healthnet

Redesign, Inc.

Shannon Leadership Institute

Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus

Twin Cities Maker

WomenVenture

  • We have worked with Becky and Kris from Nonprofit Mavens for almost a year resulting in significant improvement of our financials, and more importantly, our business decisions.  They prioritize excellent communications, responsiveness, and getting to know the Portico team and our work.  I trust their nonprofit expertise and they absolutely feel like part of our team – thank you Kris and Becky!

  • Nonprofit Maven's is a wonderful partner! They helped EOX mature into the next phase of our organizational growth by maximizing our efficiencies in Quickbooks and strategically rethinking our accounting processes. We successfully had our first full 990 audit in FY24, and Nonprofit Mavens was a key partner in that result. Anna is a pleasure to work with, allowing us to spend time on other mission critical items. We are excited to keep growing our partnership with them!

  • “The Maven’s are so much more than just accountants - with their depth and breadth of experience with the many aspects of nonprofits, they have helped us prepare for our next phase of organizational development, refining systems and processes to ensure our success. Their expertise is invaluable as is their professionalism and rare ability to work with those of us not well-versed in finance.”

  • “One of the greatest services the Nonprofit Mavens provide is peace of mind. There are intense demands on the operations of a nonprofit organization, and I know with the support of the Mavens, our financial statements will be thoughtfully prepared, organizational support will draw from their years of experience in the field, and administrative tasks will not slip through the cracks. The Mavens team is a trusted partner in our work, and I would strongly recommend their services to any organization looking to increase their capacity.”

  • “Having known Becky and Melinda for several years, I was very excited to hear that they were forming their company. To know them is to like them, and to work with them is to know peace of mind; they are experienced, organized, creative, and you know that they are going to take care of things quickly and accurately. Based on my experience working with them and my client during a complicated project, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to other clients looking for similar assistance, and I am glad to answer any questions that their prospective clients might have.”

  • "The Nonprofit Mavens have been instrumental to our business success. Not only have they seamlessly taken on our accounting and bookkeeping work, they have also provided great assistance related to project management, operations, HR and other strategic initiatives. Becky and Melinda are highly efficient, extremely competent and fun to be around. I would recommend the Nonprofit Mavens to any nonprofit needing some capacity augmentation."

  • "I look forward to any audit where the Nonprofit Mavens are part of the accounting team! As stressful as audit time can be for any organization, they are always calm, cool, and collected during fieldwork. The Nonprofit Mavens are organized with their documentation, keep the accounting records clean, provide information timely, and can appreciate a good accounting joke."

  • "Nonprofit Mavens helped us in a time of intense transition with the expertise and diverse skill set that gave us confidence in our fiduciary obligations as a working board of volunteers while also establishing more reliable and less labor intensive practices for our next phase of growth. They have a perfect balance of patience and persistence in ensuring we complete board tasks to keep business running smoothly."

  • “Collectivity started working with the Maven’s team on a project with a mutual client, and right from the beginning, we knew we would have a successful partnership. Melinda and Becky, the co-founders, were clear about what they wanted and needed from our partnership, and when we needed something from them, they executed flawlessly. Over the course of the nearly 3 year relationship now, we’ve developed a synergy that helps us stay on course, and get things done. We look forward to further strengthening our relationship as the Maven’s team grows and we do more work together. “

  • “A Game-Changer for Nonprofits: Exceptional Service, Expertise, and Dedication

    I cannot recommend Nonprofit Mavens highly enough! As a nonprofit organization, managing finances can be a daunting, time consuming and complex task. Frankly, I was losing hope, but with the help from Whitney, Kris and Anna, we've been able to navigate the intricacies of nonprofit accounting with ease and confidence.

    From the very first interaction with founders Becky and Melinda, it was clear that Nonprofit Mavens are committed to the success of nonprofits of all sizes. Their team is not only highly knowledgeable and professional but also deeply passionate about helping organizations like ours thrive. They take the time to understand our unique needs and challenges, offering customized solutions that align perfectly with MNCEO's mission and goals.

    What sets them apart is their dedication to transparency, kindness, integrity, and A+ service. They don’t just crunch numbers—they are true partners in our financial health, providing valuable insights, strategic advice, coaching, and hands-on support whenever we need it. Whether it’s preparing financial statements, presenting for our board, managing compliance, or offering guidance on fundraising and budgeting, their expertise is second to none.

    In addition to their technical know-how, our Mavens have an exceptional ability to make complex financial concepts accessible and understandable. They have taken the time to explain our financial reports in layman's terms, empowering us to make better decisions and ensure we are in full compliance with regulations.

    Their professionalism, responsiveness, and personal commitment to our success have made Mavens an invaluable asset to our organization. Thanks to our team at Mavens, we feel more confident than ever in our financial management and ready to focus on the work that matters most—making a difference in our communities. One employee owner at a time.

    If you are a nonprofit looking for a trusted accounting partner who truly understands your needs, look no further than Nonprofit Mavens]. They are simply the best in the business!”

  • "I have had an incredible experience working with the Mavens! The one-on-one support, the ability to ask questions without judgement, and the timeliness of our financials has helped me get better at my job. I have a better understanding of our financial picture, and it has given me the space to spend more time on ensuring that we stay true to our mission! I am excited about what we can do in our next year working together!” 

  • “We are deeply grateful for the Maven’s expertise and professionalism. Going well above and beyond what we originally expected, she immersed herself in our vision and helped us evolve to more mature systems than we planned. I heartily recommend Melinda and the Mavens, especially for small businesses or schools in need of HR leadership and staff coaching.”

  • "One of the things I admire most about Melinda is her ability to develop and manage financial and administrative responsibilities, always leading with excellent people and communications skills and demonstrated experience in financial and administrative management. She is a self starter; an innovator; a skilled and resourceful professional in finance and accounting; and an outstanding administrator who was instrumental in making our organization successful. “

  • “Nonprofit Mavens has been a game-changer for our organization. Their accounting services are not just professional but also tailored to the unique challenges of nonprofits, ensuring every dollar is accounted for and maximized for impact. Their meticulous bookkeeping provides our staff and board with clear, organized financial records, enabling us to make informed decisions and maintain compliance with confidence. By partnering with Nonprofit Mavens, we’ve gained invaluable peace of mind, knowing our finances are in expert hands, allowing us to focus fully on our mission. We highly recommend their services to any nonprofit looking to strengthen their financial foundation!”

  • "The Nonprofit Mavens are awesome! We have never felt more confident in our financial accounting, reporting and day-to-day process. Plus Melinda and Becky are great fun to work with! They will keep you on the straight and narrow."

  • Nonprofit Mavens took the time to work with me, while I was transitioning to the MCN team. They helped bring me up to speed on MCN's finances and accounting practices with a patient and professional disposition. Even when I had to ask Becky the same question, over and over again, she provided the same detailed response that helped get me on the right track in my new role. In addition to that, Nonprofit Mavens is incredibly responsive when those hard to clarify questions come up. Having that safety net has allowed me to perform my duties with confidence, knowing they are there when needed. 

  • “I highly recommend the Nonprofit Mavens. Melinda and Becky are extremely professional and pay meticulous attention to detail. Despite the fact that finances can be intimidating at times, Maven's team has developed a very simple approach to getting to the point of accounting quickly. Also, the team has a very high level of knowledge about the nonprofit sector, which has been instrumental in key decisions we have made or are in the process of making. As an example, Melinda has been assisting us with researching health plans that are suitable for our organization.

    In all working relationships, personalities play a major role. It is my pleasure to work with the Nonprofit Mavens team, which is friendly and approachable. I am confident that our organization can rely on the Nonprofit Mavens team to accomplish its goals successfully.”

  • “We have been working with The Maven’s for just about a year now and I’ve been so grateful for the ways they support our work not only with our organization’s day-to-day bookkeeping needs, but also by suggesting updated processes so we’re more efficient and accurate with our finances and accounting. We’re a small staff and The Mavens take on a heavy load which lets us focus on our mission of ‘building community through music!’ “

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