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What is a contribution? How are contributions classified? (NONPROFIT FINANCE)
Contributions are unconditional transfers of assets (or a settlement of liabilities) to a nonprofit entity that are nonreciprocal — meaning the donor receives nothing of value in exchange for the donation
Contributions can be classified as unrestricted, temporarily
restricted, or permanently restricted. Also, contributions can be
in the form of cash or noncash, such as tangible property or
services, or they could be recognized as a donor’s promise to give
cash or noncash resources.
A contribution should be recognized at its fair market value in the
period it was received and/or unconditionally given. Donor-imposed
restrictions do not affect the timing or value of the
recognition