The 2026 edition of PPC’s Nonprofit Financial Illustrations and Trends (Nonprofit Trends) is now in development, and contributors are invited to participate by submitting nonprofit financial statements.
This initiative helps provide real-world examples that support nonprofit professionals, auditors, and accountants in understanding evolving reporting practices—especially as new accounting standards continue to reshape financial disclosures.
Why Your Submission Matters
Illustrative financial statements are a critical resource for nonprofit organizations and accounting professionals. They provide practical insight into:
• How financial reporting is applied in real-world scenarios
• Implementation of new accounting standards
• Best practices in financial statement presentation
• Evolving trends in nonprofit reporting
By contributing, you help strengthen industry knowledge and improve the quality of nonprofit financial reporting.
What Types of Financial Statements Are Needed
The editorial team is specifically seeking:
• Nonprofit financial statements with complete note disclosures
• Statements reflecting implementation of new accounting standards
• Financial reports that demonstrate current reporting practices
Important requirements include:
• Submissions must not be for governmental units
• Financial statements should be complete and professionally prepared
• Supporting disclosures should be included
Confidentiality and Ethical Considerations
Contributors should be mindful of professional and ethical obligations before submitting financial statements.
Key considerations include:
• Obtain client permission if required under AICPA or state ethics rules
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality standards
• Confirm authorization before sharing any client-related information
To protect privacy, all submitted financial statements will be:
• Carefully edited to remove identifying details
• Anonymized to obscure organization names and locations
• Reviewed to ensure confidentiality is maintained
Submission Deadline and Process
To be considered for inclusion in the 2026 edition, financial statements should be submitted as soon as possible.
Preferred submission deadline:
June 1, 2026
How to submit:
• Attach financial statement files to an email
• Send to: CheckpointPPCNPT@thomsonreuters.com
Early submission is encouraged to allow sufficient time for review and selection.
Benefits of Being Selected
If your submission is selected for inclusion, you will receive:
• A free copy of the 2026 Nonprofit Trends edition
• A copy of PPC’s Guide to Nonprofit GAAP
These resources provide valuable insights into nonprofit accounting standards, financial reporting, and best practices.
Additional Opportunity for For-Profit Entities
In addition to nonprofit financial statements, the editorial team is also accepting submissions for:
• GAAP financial statements
• Cash-basis financial statements
• Income tax basis financial statements
• Financial Reporting Framework for Small- and Medium-Sized Entities (FRF for SMEs)
Selected contributors in this category will receive:
• PPC’s Guide to Preparing Financial Statements
• PPC’s Guide to GAAP
Submissions for both nonprofit and for-profit entities should be sent to the same email address.
Contributing financial statements to the 2026 Nonprofit Trends edition is an opportunity to support the broader accounting community while gaining access to valuable professional resources.
As nonprofit reporting continues to evolve, real-world examples play an essential role in guiding best practices and improving financial transparency across the sector.
If you have relevant financial statements available, consider submitting them and contributing to the advancement of nonprofit financial reporting.
