BOARD OF DIRECTORS/GOVERNANCE

BoardSource

Creating Strong Board-Staff Partnerships

 

GRANTMAKER DATABASES

Chester County Library in Exton – Regional Foundation Center
PA Foundations Online

Foundation Directory Online
The Foundation Center 

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PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS, FOR FUNDRAISERS
Association of Fundraising Professionals – Greater Philadelphia Chapter
Association of Fundraising Professionals – Brandywine Chapter  
American Association for Fundraising Counsel-The Giving Institute, Chicago 

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NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP RESOURCES, FOR STAFF & BOARD
These websites have some of the best articles and resources customized for nonprofits on a comprehensive array of topics: Boards & Governance, Evaluation, Finance, Fundraising, Leadership & Innovation, Legal, Managing People, Marketing & Communications, Strategic Planning, Technology & Facilities.

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SELF ASSESSMENT FINANCE TOOL – free – confidential, 35 question survey to rate your non-profit’s financial management best practices. 

National Council of Nonprofits – An explanation of principles of good governance and ethical and prudent practices for your nonprofit.
Propel Nonprofits – Financial management resource library which includes articles, templates, and videos to help non-profits develop and implement effective practices.
Free Financial Management for Nonprofits – Basics of financial management
The Wallace Foundation– Resource hub for non-profit financial management including tools, templates, and studies
501 Commons – Tools and best practices in financial management areas of policies, procedures and internal controls, monitoring of practice and performance, and understanding of financial reports
Internal Controls Checklist – Sample internal controls checklist for non-profits
Tax Workshops – Virtual tax basics workshops and resources provided by the IRA for new and existing 501 (c) (3) organizations.

 

FISCAL AGENCY SPONSORSHIP

These nonprofits extend their 501(c) (3) status under a fiscal agency agreement and provide a suite of administrative and capacity building services.  Although they are located in Center City, their reach extends throughout the Delaware Valley.

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Cutlure Works  

Resources for Human Development

Urban Affairs Coalition