National online resources that may be of assistance to nonprofits in the San Fernando Valley are listed here under the 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
- AMA Foundation's Healthy Living Grant Program
www.ama-assn.org
The Healthy Living Grant Program, an initiative of the AMA Foundation, supports grassroots public health projects that encourage healthy lifestyles in communities across the nation. Application guidelines and forms are available on the Foundation's website.
- 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.
- HRCalifornia
www.canonprofits.org
HR California is a web resource provided by The California Association of Nonprofits in partnership with the California Chamber of Commerce. It provides resources and forms to help nonprofits stay in compliance with employment and labor laws.
- 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.
- IRS Nonprofit Requirements www.irs.gov
Beginning with the 2010 tax year, the IRS has eased filing requirement for Form 990, announcing that organizations with gross receipts normally less than or equal to $50,000 can file Form 990-N (e-postcard). For additional information, go to: Form 990 Resources.
Information about IRS assistance available to nonprofits on 990-N filings is provided in an article from Guidestar, which also includes links to relevant IRS documents, as well as other resources for help. To read the article, go to: IRS to Offer Relief to 990-N Filers.
- 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.
- Nonportal www.nonportal.org
Nonportal serves as a portal where nonprofit resource providers share information.
- Nonprofit Centers Network www.nonprofitcenters.org/about-us
Nonprofit Centers Network is a community of nonprofit and philanthropic leaders and professionals from the financial, real estate, and public sectors dedicated to sharing knowledge and networks for creating and operating quality nonprofit workspace. The NonprofitCenters Network is a program of Tides Shared Spaces, which operates and promotes sustainable workspace for nonprofits and strengthens nonprofit capacity in the real estate arena.
- 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.
- Wild Apricot Blog www.wildapricot.com
Wild Apricot has a blog for volunteers, webmasters and administrators of associations and nonprofits; discusses issues and trends in web technologies that can help an organization do more with less. Topics of discussion change daily. Membership starts at $25 a month.
- YouTube Nonprofit Program www.youtube.com/nonprofits
This program provides nonprofits with the opportunity to tell their stories and connect with current and potential supporters, volunteers, and donors. Nonprofits can become part of a "Nonprofit" channel on YouTube, delivering messages to the world's largest online video community.
Nonprofit Job/Career Resources
- 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
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About.com Nonprofit Charitable Organizations http://nonprofit.about.com/
A general resource for nonprofits that includes diverse information on everything from starting a nonprofit to fundraising.
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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
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.
- WhatGives!?
www.whatgives.org
WhatGives!? maintains a calendar of conferences targeted specifically to 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.
- Philanthropy News Network
www.pnnonline.org
Philanthropy News Network is a nonprofit daily online news service for nonprofits offered by the Support Center for Nonprofit Management in New York City. It provides up-to-date articles concerning what's happening in the nonprofit sector and also provides listings of conferences, seminars, and jobs.
Technology Resources
- Discounted Technology Courses
www.techsoup.org/stock/Category.asp?catalog_name=TechSoupMain&category_name=ICWFD&Page=1&cg=nyr_2&visit=1
The International Commission on Workforce Development and TechSoup offer discounts on "e-Skills360°" computer-based courses in information technology and professional development. Nonprofit staff and volunteers can access more than 1,500 courses for practical training on a variety of in-demand skills. Many courses cover technology systems and software, such as Web Design Basics, Cisco Internetworking Technologies, and The Linux Operating System, and others offer professional skills and development, like Communicating Clearly: Write to be Understood and Diversity Awareness: The Evolving Labor Force.
- Microsoft E-Learning Courses
www.techsoup.org/stock/microsoft/ms_assurance_learn.asp?cg=nyr_2
Microsoft E-Learning Courses from Microsoft Assurance and Tech Soup provide access to self-paced, interactive, training developed by Microsoft. Courses are designed for maximum skill transfer in minimal time. Assessments, hand-on virtual labs, expert advice and an interactive, nonlinear approach make for a flexible e-learning experience. Courses range from beginner level software training, such as Core Training for Microsoft Excel, to more advanced subjects, such as Designing Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007. Access to e-learning courses is available free to organizations that have received donated Microsoft products with software assurance.
- 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 Technology Network www.nten.org
The Network connects and supports individuals and organizations who empower nonprofits to use technology.
- Tech Soup www.techsoup.org
Tech Soup is a portal for all topics dealing with nonprofits and technology. Techsoup Webinars are available on everything from Mobile Technology for Advocacy and Activism to Storytelling and Social Media, to A Roadmap for Microsoft Training. These webinars are available at convenient times, and are also free. The Webinars page lists all archived and upcoming topics. Go to: www.techsoup.org/learningcenter/index.cfm
Volunteer Resources
- Energize www.energizeinc.com
Energize provides a portal on volunteer management, including books, links, articles, interviews and more.
- Points of Light Institute www.pointsoflight.org
Points of Light Institute 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.
