We are a non-profit. We must follow the IRS rules for non-profits. That means that the troop’s books must be open for any troop member or troop parent to review. For younger girls, this should be a quick update about any money the troop has earned or spent since the last meeting and how they are doing on reaching a savings goal. For older girls and parents this is most easily done by keeping the troop financial records online. This spreadsheet will help you do that: https://tinyurl.com/SVGSFinances
You may also use a paper and pen system or your own electronic system. No matter what you use, if a parent wants to review it, they have the right to do so.
All expenses must have a matching receipt. When you get your monthly bank statement, staple the receipts from that month to the statement.
Note – Bank Statements are available for pick-up at every Service Unit meeting.
All bank statements and financial reports must be kept for 7 years.