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The Jossey-Bass Handbook of Nonprofit Leadership and Management by David O. Renz

Many management concepts and practices apply universally, but nonprofit organizations have many unique aspects that make administration and direction of them different. A few books, most notably Peter Drucker’s Managing the Non-Profit Organization (1990), have considered this. Now Herman, who teaches nonprofit management at the graduate level at the University of Missouri at Kansas City, and publisher Jossey-Bass have brought together 28 experts in the fields of nonprofits and management to give us this encyclopedic look at what is sometimes called the third sector. Divided into five major sections (the nature of nonprofit organizations and their context in society, leadership issues, management of operations, development and management of financial resources, and managing people) that address such issues as fund-raising, managing volunteers, lobbying, ethics, and government contracts, the Handbook should become a major reference work for this subject of growing significance.

Every Nonprofit’s Guide to Publishing: Creating Newsletters, Magazines & Websites People Will Read by Cheryl Woodard and Lucia Hwang

Practical and hands on, this book shows you how to overcome inexperience and budget constraints — and produce publications that effectively promote your cause. From developing an idea to distributing the final publication, you’ll get the information you need. Find out how to:

* design and print engaging magazines or newsletters

* create an appealing website

* locate the best freelancers and vendors

* develop successful ad sales and fundraising strategies

* meet IRS and postal requirements for nonprofits

* use time-tested publishing ideas and resources

The book includes practical suggestions from veteran insiders, whose experiences range from tiny nonprofit startups to large, established organizations. The CD-ROM provides essential forms, checklists, schedules, worksheets, spreadsheets and more.

For strategic planning to be effective in the nonprofit setting, a variety of issues must be considered, including the relationship between board and staff, limited resources, and more. Packed with real-world insights, planning tips, common misperceptions, pitfalls to avoid, and other useful pointers, this Second Edition and its companion Web site make planning easy for nonprofit managers by providing a six-step approach to strategic planning, field-tested worksheets, and a real-life case study that takes readers through the entire process of successfully creating and implementing a strategic plan.

Publishing the Nonprofit Annual Report: Tips, Traps, and Tricks of the Trade by Caroline Taylor

“As the former CEO of an educational nonprofit whose heart sank at the sound of the words ‘we have to put together the annual report,’ I now make only one recommendation-Buy this book and do what it says.” —John Agresto, president, John Agresto & Associates, former deputy chairman, National Endowment for the Humanities

“At last, a book that helps nonprofit associations produce annual reports on time, on budget, and on target for their audiences.” —J. D. Andrews, chairman, the Council for Professional Recognition

“Timely, relevant, and thorough-every nonprofit that publishes annual reports should have this book, and those that don’t should heed its counsel. We’ll certainly recommend it to our clients.” —George A. Brakeley III, president, Brakeley, Inc.

“Chock full of useful information for nonprofits from small to large. In the course of describing the production process from conceptualization through distribution, Taylor shows how this vital communications tool can be published economically and on time.” —David Slater, director of communications, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation

The Idealist.org Handbook to Building a Better World: How to Turn Your Good Intentions into Actions that Make a Difference by Idealist.org and Stephanie Land

Part career guide, part activist’s handbook, The Idealist.org Handbook to Building a Better World provides tools and inspiration for anyone who wants to make a difference but doesn’t know where to start. Inspired by Idealist.org’s 600,000-member online community and their ongoing search for work that gives back to the world, this practical reference walks readers through the different ways they can get involved and the range of possibilities for applying one’s interests and skills to meet their community’s needs.

Idealist.org’s staff gives a comprehensive understanding of the issues, options, organizations, and resources so readers can be proactive, whether it’s through one’s current job, volunteering, donating, personal spending, board service, starting an organization, or changing careers.

Nonprofit Governance: Law, Practices, and Trends by Bruce Hopkins

In this comprehensive, one-stop resource, Hopkins and Gross deftly summarize the law that exists and explain and evaluate the many good governance principles that have been promulgated. Nonprofit Governance helps leaders and managers of nonprofit organizations, and their lawyers, accountants, and advisors, to:

* Understand the legal backdrop for nonprofit governance
* Sift through the numerous good governance principles and
guidelines
* Select the ones that most appropriately apply to their particular
organization
* Devise suitable policies and procedures
* Improve their operations and effectiveness
* Undertake a comprehensive governance legal audit
* Be in a position to file Forms 990 that cast them in the best
possible light regarding nonprofit governance

Nonprofit Governance is a must-read for anyone facing good governance decisions in a nonprofit organization and is lost in the maze of conflicting principles, ever-increasing policies and procedures, murky law, and the intensity of the IRS in insisting on adoption of various principles in the absence of legal requirements for them.

Peachtree Premium Accounting for Non-Profits 2010 by Sage

Peachtree by Sage Premium Accounting for Nonprofits 2010 provides advanced accounting and analysis tools to help improve the operations of nonprofit organizations. Its multi-user option* helps improve productivity with screen-level security and a clear audit trail. A pre-configured chart of accounts and customizable financial statements make it easy to get started. Analysis tools include multiple-program reporting, encumbrance tracking, 145 customizable reports, and Crystal Reports® 2008*. Nonprofit-specific reports include Donor/Grantor Summary. Prior-period locking feature and audit trails help ensure the integrity of your financial records and deter fraud. Nonprofit features include fundraising mail/merge templates.

Forces for Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits (J-B US non-Franchise Leadership) by Leslie Crutchfield and Heather McLeod Grant

An innovative guide to how great nonprofits achieve extraordinary social impact. What makes great nonprofits great? Authors Crutchfield and McLeod Grant searched for the answer over several years, employing a rigorous research methodology which derived from books on for-profits like Built to Last. They studied 12 nonprofits that have achieved extraordinary levels of impact—from Habitat for Humanity to the Heritage Foundation—and distilled six counterintuitive practices that these organizations use to change the world. This book has lessons for all readers interested in creating significant social change, including nonprofit managers, donors and volunteers.

Nonprofit Meetings, Minutes & Records by Anthony Mancusso Attorney

Help has arrived! With Nonprofit Meetings, Minutes & Records, you'll get the all-in-one solution every nonprofiteer needs to hold meetings and document actions taken by board members.

Step by step, it walks readers through:

• calling meetings
• appointing officers
• taking minutes
• making resolutions
• voting on proposals
• adjourning meetings
• working with a lawyer, if necessary, and
• finding a tax adviser.

Nonprofit Meetings, Minutes & Records also provides useful
tips and advice on how to do important tasks, such as organizing
records, preparing meeting folders, and taking minutes. Plus, all
necessary documents are included on the CD-ROM. It's everything you
need to keep your nonprofit running smoothly and legally.

Bylaws: Writing, Amending, Revising by Joyce L. Stephens

The bylaws, sometimes called constitution and bylaws, is the governing document of the organization. The bylaws specify how the organization will be managed, who shall be the members and how they shall be chosen. This document describes the purpose of the organization and how various matters shall be handled. This book contains: How to write understandable and usable bylaws using a simple and tested formula; how to write and adopt amendments without causing more
problems; how to chair a meeting to consider amendments or a revision; how to instruct committees; how to write and adopt a revision; and scripts for handling these and other motions. The information in this publication is directed to nonprofit voluntary organizations. Organizations which require the help of an attorney to write their bylaws include nonprofit organizations with very large purses, those providing personal or social services which could lead to legal difficulties, condominium and homeowner associations which are
governed by strict state statutes, and business organizations. However, regardless of what type of organization you have, this book will help you to understand the process better, so that you can work with the attorney more knowledgeably.