From Financial Chaos to Nonprofit Growth at Joseph's House
"Time is our most limited resource and one of our greatest assets here. When we can spend less time on the business side of things, less time on managing our financials, we can focus more of our time on the mission critical work that we need to do. And that’s exactly what Hiline does for us."
Finances before
Scattered Operations
Financial books all over the place
Volunteer Dependency
At the mercy of generous supporters without NPO expertise
Limited Reporting
Down to two financial statements annually
Manual Processes
Time-consuming, disjointed, inefficient systems
Finances with Hiline
Streamlined Operations
Comprehensive back-office financial management
Professional Expertise
Qualified nonprofit accounting specialists
Real-time Reporting
Access to accurate monthly statements anytime
Automated Systems
Efficient, integrated technology solutions
Time to leave manual and time-consuming AP behind
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Finances Before
Scattered Operations
Financial books all over the place
Volunteer Dependency
At the mercy of generous supporters without NPO expertise
Limited Reporting
Down to two financial statements annually
Manual Processes
Time-consuming, disjointed, inefficient systems
Finances With Hiline
Streamlined Operations
Comprehensive back-office financial management
Professional Expertise
Qualified nonprofit accounting specialists
Real-time Reporting
Access to accurate monthly statements anytime
Automated Systems
Efficient, integrated technology solutions
About Joseph's House for Women
Joseph's House is a home for women who are either pregnant or parenting young children and have nowhere to go. Far more than a shelter, Joseph's House provides a comprehensive program that offers women a genuine opportunity to turn their lives around. The organization creates space for healing, growth, and future planning. Under the leadership of Executive Director Bronson Kopp, who joined in August 2017, Joseph's House has grown to serve more women in their community while strengthening their programs.
The Challenge
When Bronson arrived at Joseph's House, the organization was operating with minimal financial infrastructure and relying heavily on volunteers to help manage finances.
The challenges were significant:
- Financial operations managed by well-meaning volunteers without nonprofit expertise
- Extremely limited financial reporting – down to just two statements per year
- Decision-making based on basic bank balances rather than comprehensive data
- Manual, time-consuming processes that diverted attention from mission work
- No real-time visibility into organizational finances
The Solution
Hiline implemented a comprehensive financial management system tailored specifically for Joseph's House's nonprofit operations that include:
1. Professional Financial Infrastructure – Hiline established robust nonprofit accounting systems with proper procedures and controls, replacing the volunteer-based approach with professional expertise specifically trained in nonprofit financial management.
2. Technology Integration – Hiline replaced Joseph's House's manual, paper-based processes with integrated digital platforms that delivered:
- Automated expense tracking with mobile receipt photography and instant categorization
- Elimination of manual credit card statement downloads and CSV file conversions
3. Real-time Reporting and Analytics – Joseph's House gained access to accurate, timely monthly financial reports with real-time data access through Digits. This provided immediate financial visibility while dramatically reducing administrative burden on all staff.
4. Capital Campaign Support – When Joseph's House launched their first capital campaign in fall 2023, Hiline provided specialized expertise for complex pledge accounting and audit procedures.
The Results
The partnership with Hiline transformed Joseph's House operations, enabling the organization to focus on their core mission while maintaining financial excellence.
Key outcomes include:
- Dramatic improvement in operational efficiency for both administrative and program staff
- Enhanced accountability and transparency for donor funds
- Strategic capacity for bigger organizational conversations
- Successful capital campaign execution with professional financial backing
- Real-time expense management that supports direct service delivery
How Hiline Can Support Your Nonprofit
Are you a nonprofit leader spending too much time on financial administration instead of mission work? Hiline offers comprehensive financial operations tailored specifically for nonprofit organizations. From daily expense management to complex capital campaigns, we provide the professional expertise and efficient systems that allow you to focus on the work that matters most.
Contact us today to learn how we can help your organization build a strong financial foundation while maximizing your impact in the community.
Joseph's House for Women
To provide a safe home and family environment for moms and babies who are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
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