DATA USA
For nonprofits working with, or needing access to, data in the United States, Data USA, provides free, open source data that is already packaged into comprehensive visualizations. The M.I.T. Media Lab with support from Deloitte, has accessed years of federal government, state and city data and is making it available free of charge at the DATA […]
DataArts
Data Digest, DataArts’ e-newsletter, will provide you with periodic updates on the system, new tools and resources, as well as news and information on field research, national trends, and local success stories for data-driven management in the cultural sector. Visit the DataArts website and sign up for their newsletter.
County Health Rankings and Roadmaps
The County Health Rankings rank the health of nearly every county in the nation and show that much of what affects health occurs outside of the doctor’s office. The County Health Rankings confirm the critical role that factors such as education, jobs, income, and environment play in how healthy people are and how long they […]
The Power of Possibility
Supporting for boards as they explore the possibility of strategic alliances and restructuring this resource from BoardSource offers focused resources to help guide board discussion during these critical moments. They are designed to help you reflect on where your organization is, where it’s headed, and how a strategic alliance or restructuring could help you get there. […]
Building the Capacity to Innovate
Building the Capacity to Innovate: A Guide for Nonprofits is for anyone who wants to learn more about what it takes to build an innovative organization. The learning modules contain key concepts, ideas for action, case studies, worksheets, and additional resources. This free resource was produced by The Bridgespan Group and The Rockefeller Foundation.
CalGold
Business license and permit requirements vary. Use this helpful database to determine requirements for your specific area. Search nonprofit under business type. CalGold
Governance Policies and Procedures Samples
Developed by group of California based lawyers, the Form 990 Policy Series offers sample policies on a variety of topics including compensation, conflict of interest, investment and more. They include a discussion of why various provisions might be used by a particular type or size of organization. Topics include compensation, conflict of interest, investment and […]
Dissolving a Nonprofit Organization
Most tax-exempt organizations that end their operations, either through shutting down, transferring their assets or merging with another tax-exempt organization, must inform the IRS about the details of the action. In California, organizations must also inform the Attorney General’s Office and the Secretary of State. Attorney General’s Office General Guide for Dissolving a CA Nonprofit […]
Is Your GuideStar Report Up To Date?
Visit Guidestar’s website for information on the new and improved design of their nonprofit reports. Based on what donors want to see it focuses on impact and transparency to help people who research nonprofits make better, more educated, and more confident decisions. For an example of this new format, visit GuideStar’s own nonprofit report.
StayExempt
The IRS recently launched a new look and improved navigation for its educational website for exempt organizations, StayExempt. The redesigned home page greets visitors with three easy gateways to the information they’re looking for. A “New Organizations” tab leads to information on how to apply for tax exemption as well as a shortcut to the valuable […]
