At one time, not-for-profit HR departments might have been responsible primarily for recruiting and hiring and occasionally for intervening in disciplinary matters. Today, HR generally also handles employee benefits, regulatory compliance, employee training, policy formulation and possibly payroll. Outsourcing part or all of your HR function can help with workloads and potentially lower costs. Be sure to vet HR providers thoroughly by interviewing and researching them. Look for nonprofit experience, reasonable rates and good rapport. We can help recommend providers and provide other cost-cutting suggestions.