Posts by Winters Richwine

Introduction Biblically Responsible Investing (BRI), a type of faith-based investing, is gaining ground with both institutional and retail Christian investors.  Now more than ever, financial capital is being used as a tool to influence the decisions companies make.  The purpose of this article is to explain what is Biblically Responsible Investing and to articulate why…

Introduction Many organizations struggle with investment performance evaluation.  How can one determine if the investment program is doing well, or how does one even define “well”?  In this blog, we provide some ideas on how to evaluate investment performance from a variety of angles.  As you read this article, we encourage you to keep in…

Introduction Investment firms are numerous, and they vary in numerous ways.  For example, firms may have different views on market timing and asset allocation.  Different investment firms offer different services as well.  One important but often overlooked aspect of a firm is its values.  Organizations may be well-served by seeking out investment firms that share…

Nonprofit organizations face significant challenges each year with rising costs and uncertain giving.  While these circumstances can’t be fully controlled, nonprofits can take action to maintain financial stability.  In this article, we share a handful of key financial tips for nonprofits.  Implementing these tips should remove some of the stress of day-to-day financial matters and…

Biblically Responsible Investing (or “BRI” for short) is a form of faith-based investing.  BRI focuses on the Christian faith, though there is a large degree of nuance across various denominations and philosophies.  BRI is also considered to be part of the Socially Responsible Investing movement.  However, BRI often varies significantly from a secular Socially Responsible…

Introduction Choosing a nonprofit financial advisor can be a difficult task. Nonprofit organizations can benefit from selecting an advisor who specializes in the unique financial considerations of nonprofits. Different service offerings, fee schedules, and investment approaches pose challenges in the decision-making process.  Furthermore, a lack of published reviews makes it difficult to determine whether a…