Selected “First Stop” Web Resources for Non-Profits
Here are some great online starting points for and about nonprofit organizations. Given the vast array of information available online, this is by no means a complete list. See the Center’s other links pages or contact the Center for additional suggestions or consultant resource lists. Inclusion does not imply endorsement by the New Jersey Center for Nonprofits, nor should any value judgment be inferred from an entity’s omission from this list.
Multifaceted Nonprofit Resources
New Jersey Center for Nonprofits – njnonprofits.org
Host of this site and page, the Center is New Jersey’s statewide network and champion for the nonprofit community. For more than 40 years, we have strengthened New Jersey’s nonprofits through advocacy and public education, professional training, management and compliance assistance, research, member services, and our acclaimed annual conference. Browse our website and contact us to find out more!
Free Management Library for Nonprofits – https://management.org/index.html
Originally created by the Management Assistance Program for Non-Profits in St. Paul, MN. Contains an extensive collection of articles and resource links on all aspects of nonprofit operations – fund raising, evaluation, human resources, communications and much more.
BoardSource – boardsource.org
National membership organization offering comprehensive support and training for nonprofits and their boards of trustees; website includes useful Frequently Asked Questions area about board roles and responsibilities.
Candid (formerly GuideStar) GuideStar – guidestar.org
Clearinghouse of financial and programmatic information on 501(c)(3) organizations nationwide.
Innovation Network (InnoNet) – innonet.org
A streamlined collection of information for nonprofit organizations and people who work, volunteer, and care for them.
The National Council of Nonprofits – councilofnonprofits.org
The National Council of Nonprofits is the nation’s largest nonprofit network. Website has a wealth of information about charitable nonprofits, resources for a wide variety of topics, updates and analysis of public policy issues, capacity building and more. If you’re not in New Jersey, you can also find your own state association of nonprofits on this site.
The Nonprofit Almanac- urban.org
Comprehensive and up-to-date data on the nonprofit sector
Nonprofit Management 101 – a complete and practical guide for leaders and professionals (Second Edition released August, 2019) with essential resources, tools, and hard-earned wisdom from fifty-five leading experts. This book by Darian Rodriguez Heyman and Laila Brenner, a favorite of non-profit leaders around the world, has been updated to reflect the digital age in which we now find ourselves fully immersed, the contributors to this owner’s manual for nonprofit professionals at all levels includes helpful insights from Van Jones, Kay Sprinkel Grace, Lynne Twist, Joan Garry, and more than 50 others. Check out a free chapter here, Painless and Effective Event Planning: Let’s Get this Party Started and order your own copy today!
Pro Bono Partnership – probonopartner.org/Pages/nonprofitsclients/legal-services-we-provide
Provides free business and transactional legal services to nonprofit organizations serving the disadvantaged or enhancing the quality of life in neighborhoods in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Young Nonprofit Professionals Network – New Jersey Chapter – facebook.com/ynpnofnj; YNPN National: ynpn.org
YNPN NJ strives to connect and develop young professionals in the nonprofit sector. YNPN NJ provides opportunities for nonprofit professionals to network with other like-minded individuals, enhance their communities, and develop professional skills.
Fundraising
Nonprofit Fundraising 101 – amazon.com/Nonprofit-Fundraising-Darian-Rodriguez-Heyman/dp/1119100461
Based on expert advice and insights from a variety of respected industry experts, Nonprofit Fundraising 101 is an essential text for nonprofit professionals, volunteers, activists, and social entrepreneurs who want to leverage best practices to promote their cause. Free chapter available, Event-Based Fundraising.
Candid – candid.org/
Comprehensive source of information on foundation and corporate giving, as well as other areas of interest to non-profits; publishes wide array of important reference books, directories, analyses; website includes electronic reference desk, online librarians, donor databases, articles, news services and more. Find local access to the Foundation Center’s complete grant database using their Funding Information Network location tool.
networkforgood.org – networkforgood.org
E-philanthropy portal sponsored by America Online in partnership with Independent Sector and other groups; aims to facilitate on-line donations and volunteering. Has numerous links covering variety of non-profit management issues.
Association of Fund Raising Professionals (NJ Chapter) – afp-nj.org
State chapter of national membership organization of fund raising professionals (consultants and development employees of charitable organizations. Activities include monthly member meetings and an annual Conference on Philanthropy. National AFP website can be accessed at afpnet.org.
Grant Professionals Association – New Jersey Chapter – grantprofessionalsnj.org
A nonprofit professional association of grant writers, grant managers, and grant consultants offering networking, resources and educational programs.
Grants.gov – grants.gov
Grants.gov allows organizations to electronically find and apply for more than $400 billion in Federal grants. Grants.gov is THE single access point for over 1,000 grant programs offered by all Federal grant making agencies.
State of New Jersey Grants Page – nj.gov/nj/gov/njgov/grants.html
Links to grant information from most of the major New Jersey state departments and agencies.
Job Resources for Nonprofits
Idealist Nonprofit Career Center – https://www.idealist.org/en/
Jobs section of comprehensive Action Without Borders website, lists job openings nationwide and also has a wealth of links to other job-related sites around the world.
New Jersey Center for Nonprofits Jobs Page – njnonprofits.org/JobListings
Jobs section of the Center’s website, updated regularly. The Center will post New Jersey non-profit job openings free of charge to member organizations and for a nominal fee for other 501(c)(3) organizations. Visit njnonprofits.org/jobspost/ for additional details.
Government
U.S. Library of Congress – loc.gov
Federal government site includes links to the White House, both houses of Congress and special section, “Thomas: Legislative Information on the Internet.” Also historical information, copyright information/forms and more. U.S. Internal Revenue Service – irs.gov
Includes a wealth of taxpayer information, including exempt organizations section with downloadable publications and forms.
State of New Jersey Home Page – state.nj.us
Official state site includes links to state departments/agencies, the Legislature, judiciary and much more. To access the Legislature directly including information about NJ legislators, New Jersey statutes, pending legislation and legislative calendars, go to www.njleg.state.nj.us .
State of New Jersey NonProfit Information Center – state.nj.us/state/nonprofit.html
New Jersey’s Nonprofit Information Center portal is as a one-stop shop for nonprofits in New Jersey seeking to utilize various funding sources and volunteer opportunities available through the State.
Charities Registration Section, NJ Division of Consumer Affairs – state.nj.us/lps/ca/ocp.htm
Most New Jersey Charities are required to register with this office, which is part of the Department of Law and Public Safety. Site includes a searchable database of registered charities and links to the online registration portal.
Nonprofit News Resources
See this page for additional media links
The Chronicle of Philanthropy – philanthropy.com
Online version of major non-profit trade publication, with news, commentary, grants, events and help-wanted listings; e-mail updates are available. Parts of site restricted to paid subscribers.
NonProfit Times – nptimes.com
Online version of monthly newspaper which focuses on management and funding issues.
The Nonprofit Quarterly – nonprofitquarterly.org
Quarterly publication offering insight, commentary and analysis of current news and issues affecting the sector.
Philanthropy Journal – philanthropyjournal.org
Council on Foundations – cof.org
Print magazine of the Council on Foundations, reproduced online; contains news and commentary.
Nonprofit Data
GuideStar – guidestar.org
Now part of Candid. Clearinghouse of financial and programmatic information on 501(c)(3) organizations nationwide. Registration and fees required for portions of site.
National Center for Charitable Statistics – nccs.urban.org
National clearinghouse of data on the nonprofit sector in the United States. NCCS is a program of the Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy (CNP) at the Urban Institute.
