Nonprofit 101

How do I start a nonprofit organization? - Candid Learning

Starting a nonprofit may take years of effort and a great deal of determination. Understand these six key steps on how to start a nonprofit before moving forward.

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Starting a Nonprofit and Fiscal Sponsorship - 501 Commons

Information from the state's nonprofit resource organization, 501 Commons, about starting a nonprofit. Includes 501 Commons' 'Starting a Nonprofit Organization Guide.'

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Nonprofit Fundamentals - Nonprofit Association of Washington

Nonprofit Association of Washington has developed nonprofit fundamentals designed to strengthen your organization’s performance and decision-making. Sign up for one or more of these ongoing training sessions as a live webinar or in-person class, or view the recordings and download additional resources in our Learning Library.

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Resources for Nonprofit and Community-Based Organizations – Communities Rise

This page provides guides, sample policies, state compliance resources, and checklists for nonprofits and community-based organizations of all sizes.

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Washington Nonprofit Handbook 2022

For those seeking guidance in how to start and manage a Washington nonprofit, the Nonprofit Handbook published by Communities Rise provides valuable insight. This book is a practical resource for anyone considering forming an organization that will benefit their neighbors, or looking to wind down the affairs of a nonprofit corporation. It outlines management standards and offers tips for how nonprofit leaders can stay in compliance with the laws and develop their organizations.

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Starting & Building A Nonprofit

Pakroo, Peri

"This essential guide to starting and running a nonprofit organization includes practical advice, legal information, tips, and step-by-step instructions. It explains how to develop a strategic plan and budget; recruit and manage board members, volunteers, and staff; market an organization to a target audience; raise money-including traditional methods and crowdfunding; build a website and use social media strategically; and adopt policies that are legally sound. Includes helpful checklists and a sample annual budget."

Format: Book

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Nonprofit Kit

Browning, Beverly A.

"[This] fills your 501(c)(3) toolbox with the tips, strategies, and techniques you need to get the most out of your public charity. From management practices to tax exemptions, fundraising tactics, and grand proposals, this straightforward, hands-on guide provides insight and practical advice for nonprofit founders, directors, managers, and volunteers."

Format: Book

Availability: All copies in use

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Nonprofit Management All-in-one for Dummies

Browning, Beverly A.

"This beginner-friendly reference helps replace your shelf of nonprofit how-to books with a single reference to answer your questions on how to manage a mission-focused organization, build budgets, and raise funds while staying within the confines of the laws governing nonprofits. You'll also find advice on valuable skills like marketing that benefit your organization."

Format: eBook

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Blue Avocado

Blue Avocado is an online magazine with hundreds of articles written by nonprofit leaders, for nonprofit leaders.

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Nonprofit Meetings, Minutes & Records

Mancuso, Anthony

"Nonprofits have basic corporate responsibilities they must take seriously--or risk the unwanted attention of the IRS. This book provides everything the reader needs to hold meetings and properly document actions taken by the board and members."

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