A number of local and national online resources may be of assistance to nonprofits in the San Fernando Valley. They are organized here under these categories:
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Advocacy Resources Nonprofit and Public Sector Resources Nonprofit Job/Career Resources Nonprofit Management Resources |
Philanthropy Resources Technology Resources Volunteer Resources | |
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Advocacy Resources
- Give Voice
www.givevoice.org
Give Voice provides a forum for speaking directly to elected officials about the issues affecting the nonprofit sector; offers e-mail and fax action alerts.
Nonprofit and Public Sector Resources
- GuideStar
www.guidestar.org
GuideStar provides information listings based on IRS 990s for all incorporated nonprofit organizations in the U.S.
- HandsNet
www.handsnet.org
HandsNet promotes information sharing, cross-sector collaboration and advocacy among individuals and organizations working on issues of public interest.
- Idealist www.idealist.org
The Idealist maintains a global directory of nonprofit-related information including lists of nonprofit organizations, consultants, products, services, publications and events, as well as job listings.
- Iknow www.iknow.org
Iknow maintains a clearinghouse for links to websites on nonprofit information.
- Lessons Learned Toolsite http://arts.endow.gov/resources/lessons/index.html
The Toolsite is a compendium of planning advice from professional arts consultants; toolsite has information for nonprofits from all disciplines, missions and visions.
- LitLamp www.litlamp.com
LitLamp provides a forum for posting sponsorship opportunities in listings used by corporate marketers.
- MediaNet www.internetnewsbureau.com/medianet
MediaNet provides a web-based tutorial for media and public relations on the Internet; features discussion, examples, articles, resource lists and links.
- Nonportal www.nonportal.org
Nonportal serves as a portal where nonprofit resource providers share information.
- Nonprofit Genie www.genie.org
Nonprofit Genie maintains a collection of FAQs on a variety of topics of interest to nonprofits, including board development, financial management, fundraising, strategic planning, technology, etc.
- Nonprofit Matrix www.nonprofitmatrix.com
The Matrix is an online guide to commercial application service providers that serve the nonprofit sector.
- Npower www.npower.org
Npower provides assessment and planning, hands-on assistance, skills building classes, technology library and technology volunteers for nonprofits.
- SocialEdge www.socialedge.org
SocialEdge is an online community for the social sector; includes discussion forums with topics of interest to nonprofit organizations.
- U.S. Census Bureau Statistics by County http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd
The Bureau provides statistics at county level for grant proposals, as well as quick facts on population.
Nonprofit Job/Career Resources
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California Nonprofits Career Center
http://careercenter.canonprofits.org/
This online service of the California Association of Nonprofits offers job listings for the nonprofit sector in California.
- Community Career Center
www.nonprofitjobs.org
Community Career Center addresses the employment needs of individuals and organizations in the nonprofit world.
- Dot Org Jobs
www.dotorgjobs.com
Dot Org Jobs is an online employment resource for the nonprofit sector.
- ExecSearches.com
www.execsearches.com
ExecSearches provides executive and senior management job listings and executive search services for nonprofits.
- Nonprofit Career Network
www.nonprofitcareer.com
The Network serves as a resource center for finding nonprofit jobs and volunteer opportunities.
- Nonprofit Jobs Cooperative
www.nonprofitjobscoop.org
The Cooperative is a collaboration of nonprofit management centers across the U.S. to provide a one-stop source for job seekers to search for nonprofit jobs, and employers to publish job opportunities.
Nonprofit Management Resources
- Board Café
www.boardcafe.org
Board Café provides a free monthly electronic newsletter written for Board members and Executive Directors.
- Board Source
www.boardsource.org
Board Source develops and distributes resources for board members and organizations, and maintains a large online bookstore.
- Commonfund
www.commonfund.org
Commonfund is a financial investment organization designed to enhance the financial resources of nonprofit institutions and help them improve investment management practices.
- Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits www.mapfornonprofits.org
The program is a source of templates and materials for nonprofit managers.
- Network for Good Learning Center
www.fundraising123.org/
The Center provides easy and affordable online fundraising services including access to publications, a weekly e-newsletter, and free training for other nonprofits.
- Nonprofit Risk Management Center
www.nonprofitrisk.org
The Center provides a variety of online publications, newsletter, library and consulting services to help nonprofits minimize legal risks.
- NOZA
www.nozasearch.com/philanthropy.asp
NOZA is a web site that helps charities identify prospective donors using a searchable database that contains donor names, donation types, and other information about recipient organizations.
- PolicyMap Data Generator
www.policymap.com
PolicyMap Data Generator is a geographic information generator that allows users to create custom maps, tables, and charts.
- Spin Project
www.spinproject.org
The Spin Project offers a web-based template for creating a communications plan and facilitating better communication for nonprofits.
Philanthropy Resources
- Charity Channel
http://charitychannel.com
Best known for its nonprofit arena e-mail discussion forums, Charity Channel discusses such topics as grants and foundations, the law of tax exempt organizations, college and university advancement, health care philanthropy, arts and social organization fund raising, international fund raising, mentoring and more.
- Foundation Center http://foundationcenter.org/
The Foundation Center provides online resources for fundraising news, grantmaker information, an online library and a marketplace of related books, CD-ROMs and seminars.
Technology Resources
- Community Technology Center Network www.ctcnet.org
Community Technology Center Network is a national, nonprofit membership organization of more than 450 independent community technology centers that provide free or low-cost access to computers and computer-related technology, as well as learning opportunities in technology.
- Microsoft NGO Connection www.microsoft.com
Microsoft NGO Connection provides free or discounted software applications, training and certification information, and discussion forums to nonprofits to help them use technology more effectively and to access the resources Microsoft and its partners offer.
- Nonprofit Tech www.nonprofit-tech.org
Nonprofit Tech provides technology tips, a technology forum and software recommendations for nonprofits.
- Nonprofit Technology Network www.nten.org
The Network connects and supports individuals and organizations who empower nonprofits to use technology.
- Strategic Technology www.summitcollaborative.com
Strategic Technology provides planning support for nonprofits seeking to enhance organizational effectiveness through the use of technology.
- Tech Soup www.techsoup.org
Tech Soup is a portal for all topics dealing with nonprofits and technology.
Volunteer Resources
- Energize www.energizeinc.com
Energize provides a portal on volunteer management, including books, links, articles, interviews and more.
- Points of Light Foundation www.pointsoflight.org
Points of Light Foundation provides information on volunteer management.
- ServeNet www.servenet.org
ServedNet is a posting service for volunteer opportunities.
- Volunteer Match www.volunteermatch.org
Volunteer Match provides a listing of volunteer opportunities.
- Volunteering in America www.volunteeringinamerica.gov
Volunteering in America is an initiative of the U.S. Corporation for National and Community Service; its website offers in-depth information on volunteering activities, tools, and resources throughout the U.S.
