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Building Hope: Leadership in the Nonprofit World
Bateson, John, 2008
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Effective Fundraising for Nonprofits: Real-world Strategies That Work, 2nd Ed.
Bray, Ilona M., 2008
Learn how current technology, business savvy, and public attitudes toward nonprofits are shaping the fundraising environment.
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Foundation and Endowment Investing : Philosophies and Strategies of Top Investors and Institutions
Kochard, Lawrence E. Rittereiser, Cathleen M., 2008
Wiley Finance Series
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How To" Grants Manual : Successful Grantseeking Techniques for Obtaining Public and Private Grants
Bauer, David G., 2008
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Making Critical Decisions: A Practical Guide for Nonprofit Organizations
Snow, Roberta. Phillips, Paul H., 2008
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Model Policies and Procedures for Not-for-profit Organizations {4Th Ed.}
McMillan, Edward J., 2008
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Nonprofit Financial Planning Made Easy
Blazek, Jody., 2008
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Volunteers : A Social Profile
Musick, Marc A. Wilson, John, 2008
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Black Tie Optional: A Complete Special Events Resource for Nonprofit Organizations
Freedman, Harry A., 2007
Reasons to hold a special event:
1. To raise money
2. To raise the group’s profile
3. To attract new members/donors
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Cash Flow Solution : A Nonprofit Board Member's Guide to Financial Success
Linzer, Richard. Linzer, Anna., 2007
The authors address a myriad of financial issues that are critical to the well-being of nonprofits, including the advantages of using cash flow for budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring results.
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Fired-up Fundraising : Turning Board Passion Into Action
Perry, Gail, 2007
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Fundraising Feasibility Study : It's Not About the Money
Novom, Martin, 2007
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Fundraising for Social Change
Klein, Kim, 2007
Use this comprehensive resource from grassroots fundraiser, Kim Klein, to get comfortable asking for money.
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Good Governance for Nonprofits : Developing Principles and Policies for an Effective Board
Laughlin, Fredric L. Andringa, Robert C., 2007
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Level Best : How Small and Grassroots Nonprofits Can Tackle Evaluation and Talk Results
Festen, Marcia and Philbin, Marianne., 2007
This resource demystifies evaluation and offers practical strategies that enable more confident decision making, sound program and organizational planning, and increased accountability and credibility for nonprofit organizations.
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Mapping the New World of American Philanthropy: Causes and Consequences of the Transfer of Wealth
Raymond, Susan Ueber, 2007
This volume of essays has been written by leaders in American philanthropy.
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Nonprofit Board Answer Book : A Practical Guide for Board Members and Chief Executives
Andringa, Robert C., 2007
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Nonprofit Essentials : The Development Plan
Lysakowski, Linda, 2007
Understand the reasons a development plan is critical to a successful development program. Learn the importance of weaving components, such as the capital campaign and planned giving, into the annual fund and the development program.
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Nonprofit Law & Governance for Dummies
Welytok, Jill Gilbert, 2007
Includes easy to understand sections on Nonprofits in the 21st Century, The Nuts and Bolts of Nonprofits, Structuring a Nonprofit to Meet Its Mission, Some Special Types of Nonprofits, and Legal Landmines.
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Starting & Building a Nonprofit : A Practical Guide
Pakroo, Peri, 2007
This Nolo guide is an up-to-date basic resource for anyone interested in starting a nonprofit organization. Includes sections on budgeting, strategic planning, directors, volunteers, fundraising, and more.
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Beyond Fundraising: New Strategies for Nonprofit Innovation and Investment
Grace, Kay Sprinkel, 2006
AFP Fund Development Series; 2nd Ed.
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Boards That Make a Difference: A New Design for Leadership in Nonprofit and Public Organizations
Carver, John, 2006
description forthcoming
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Careers With Nonprofit Organizations : Working for Charitable and Philanthropic Organizations : Executive Positions in Administration, Advocacy, Fundraising, Public Relations
Institute for Career Research, 2006
Careers ; No. 301
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Dictionary of Nonprofit Terms and Concepts
Smith, David Horton, 2006
Include definitions of over 1 thousand relevant terms and concepts, as well as hundreds of cross-references.
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Exposing the Elephants: Creating Exceptional Nonprofits
Wilcox, Pamela J., 2006
description forthcoming
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Fundraising for Dummies
Mutz, John, 2006
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Nonprofit Essentials: Major Gifts
Walker, Julia, 2006
AFP Fund Development Series
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Nonprofit Kit for Dummies
Hutton, Stan, 2006
description forthcoming
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Nonprofit Strategic Positioning: Decide Where to Be, Plan What to Do
McLaughlin, Thomas A., 2006
This resource focuses on strategic thinking for the nonprofit.
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Sarbanes-Oxley and Nonprofit Management: Skills, Techniques, Methods
Jackson, Peggy M., 2006
Understand how the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 is applicable to nonprofit organizations.
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Sarbanes-Oxley for Nonprofit Boards: A New Governance Paradigm
Jackson, Peggy M., 2006
Learn how nonprofits can benefit operationally from adopting some of the Sarbanes-Oxley rules as best practices.
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The Ask: How to Ask Anyone for Any Amount for Any Purpose
Fredricks, Laura, 2006
Asking people for money should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Personal dialogue with potential donors is an amazing process, often reducing fear and hesitation about asking.
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Zen of Fundraising : 89 Timeless Ideas to Strengthen and Develop Your Donor Relationships
Burnett, Ken., 2006
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Accidental Fundraiser: A Step-by-step Guide to Raising Money for Your Cause
Roth, Stephanie. Ho, Mimi, 2005
Raise more money and have more fun by making fundraising a group effort.
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Creating and Implementing Your Strategic Plan: A Workbook for Public and Nonprofit Organizations
Bryson, John M., 2005
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Effective Fundraising for Nonprofits : Real-world Strategies That Work
Bray, Ilona M., 2005
Simply put, this resource will help you succeed as a fundraiser. Along with teaching the basics, this book will also help you to think creatively.
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Fundraising On eBay : How to Raise Big Money On the World's Greatest Online Marketplace
Holden, Greg, 2005
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Governance As Leadership: Reframing the Work of Nonprofit Boards
Chait, Richard, 2005
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Integrating Mission and Strategy for Nonprofit Organizations
Phills, James A., 2005
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Nonprofit Essentials : Recruiting and Training Fundraising Volunteers
Lysakowski, Linda., 2005
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Nonprofit Law Made Easy
Hopkins, Bruce R., 2005
Includes vital information on forming a nonprofit organization, tax-exempt status, reporting and disclosure requirements, fundraising regulations, and more.
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Start and Grow Your Faith-based Nonprofit : Answering Your Call in the Service of Others
Esau, Jill C., 2005
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Starting and Managing a Nonprofit Organization : A Legal Guide, 4Th Ed.
Hopkins, Bruce R., 2005
The law can either help nonprofits achieve their goals or prevent them
from succeeding. Yet the law in this field is confusing and overwhelming. This resource strives to decipher the IRS Code pertaining to nonprofits, make it understandable, and close the gap between goals and knowledge in nonprofit organizations.
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Boards That Love Fundraising : A How-to Guide for Your Board
Zimmerman, Robert M. Lehman, Ann W, 2004
Being an effective board member means more than just showing up at meetings; it requires staying informed, asking difficult questions, and knowing what you are raising money for.
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Funding Effectiveness: Lessons in Building Nonprofit Capacity
Kibbe, Barbara, 2004
Includes chapters on Investing in Nonprofit Capacity, Flexible Frameworks for Organizational Effectiveness, Goal-setting, Supportive Engagement, and Measurement.
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Fundraising in Times of Crisis
Klein, Kim, 2004
According to the author, the myth that most money comes from foundations and wealthy people keeps many organizations from raising money in their communities. Deepen your understanding of fundraising with this resource.
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Strategic Planning for Public and Nonprofit Organizations : A Guide to Strengthening and Sustaining Organizational Achievement, 3rd ed.
Bryson, John M., 2004
Learn the dynamics of strategic planning to think and act effectively.
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Why Nonprofits Fail: Overcoming Founder's Syndrome, Fundphobia, and Other Obstacles to Success
Block, Stephen R., 2004
An unwillingness to explore organizational issues in alternative ways can lead to organizational turmoil, dysfunction, and ultimately organizational failure. By altering
perspectives, outlooks, and interpretations, responses can change.
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Resilient Sector: The State of Nonprofit America
Salamon, Lester M., 2003
The unseen social infrastructure of the American experience is a distinct sector of our national life known variously as the “nonprofit,” the “charitable,” or the “civil society” sector.
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990 Handbook: A Line-by-line Approach
Blazek, Jody, 2001
Tools, Concepts, Filing, and Reporting Requirements Forms 990, 990-EZ, and 990-PF (private foundation) are designed to accomplish many purposes that go far beyond simply reporting to the Internal Revenue Service.
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Enterprising Nonprofits: A Toolkit for Social Entrepreneurs
Dees, J. Gregory, 2001
What is social entrepreneurship? What makes an enterprise a social enterprise? Why social entrepreneurship is important to you?
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Grant Seeker's Budget Toolkit
Quick, James Aaron.; New, Cheryl Carter, 2001
The authors take you on a walk though steps you need to create budgets and financial plans that win grants.
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High Impact Philanthropy: How Donors, Boards, and Nonprofit Organizations Can Transform Nonprofit Organizations
Grace, Kay Sprinkel, 2001
The twenty-first century has dawned as a golden age for philanthropy.
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How to Write Successful Fundraising Letters
Warwick, Mal, 2001
Write letters that raise more money for your organization. Includes parts on motivating your audience, action planning, customization, and writers' toolbox.
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Nonprofit Boards that Work: the End of One-size-fits-all Governance
Robinson, Maureen K., 2001
Tailor your nonprofit board to the specific needs of your organization by setting up and fine-tuning a board using this book. Robinson also provides a list of useful resources at the end of the book.
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Nonprofit Handbook, Management
by Connors, Tracy Daniel., 2001
Includes sections on organizational Effectiveness, Efficiency, the Evolutionary Environment, and more.
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