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Build a great nonprofit More people than ever are committing themselves to serving their communities and changing the world. Whether you're aiming to protect the environment, support the arts, or help people in need, understanding how to set up a solid nonprofit organization is a great foundation for being as effective as you can be.
With practical advice, legal information, tips, and step-by-step instructions, this essential guide will help you get your nonprofit up and running--and keep it going! It explains how to:
develop a strategic plan and budget
recruit and manage board members, volunteers, and staff
market your organization to your target audience
raise money including traditional methods and crowdfunding
build a website, use social media strategically, and avoid copyright troubles
adopt policies that are legally sound
and much more
Whether you are dreaming of starting a nonprofit or are already in the trenches, Starting and Building a Nonprofit will help your organization make a real difference in the world. The fully updated ninth edition contains new material on developing and implementing meaningful diversity, equity, and inclusion policies within your organization. It also covers recent changes to the law, including new incentives for donors under the CARES Act.
With Downloadable Forms
Download and customize essential forms, including Contractor Work-for-Hire Agreement, Volunteer Assignment Agreement, and sample budget forms. (details inside).
Cover
Title Page
Table of Contents
Your Nonprofit Start-Up Companion
Who This Book Is For
Nonprofit Basics
Corporations in General
Nonprofit Corporations
Tax-Exempt Status of Nonprofits
Running a Nonprofit
How to Use This Book
1: Naming and Structuring Your Nonprofit
Choose a Name for Your Nonprofit
Should You Incorporate?
Do You Want Tax-Exempt Status?
Should You Have Voting Members?
2: Developing Your Strategic Plan
Strategic Plan Basics
Develop Your Mission Statement
Outline Specific Goals, Objectives, and Activities
Assess Your Resources
Develop Strategies
Edit and Finalize Your Plan
3: Developing Your Initial Budget
Set Up Your Budget
Estimate Income
Estimate Expenses
Assemble Your Budget
4: Your Board of Directors
What Makes a Good Board
The Board’s Duties and Tasks
Board Policies and Procedures
Recruiting Board Members
Holding Effective Board Meetings
The Role of Committees
5: Your Workforce: Staff and Volunteers
Developing a Management Strategy
Hiring an Executive Director
Hiring and Managing Staff and Volunteers
Employees and Independent Contractors
Required Paperwork, Filings, and Taxes
6: Fundraising
The Golden Rules of Successful Fundraising
Your Fundraising Plan
Define Your Fundraising Targets and Budget
Find Prospective Donors
Define Your Fundraising Campaign
Asking for a Gift by Phone or in Person
Email Appeals
Crowdfunding and Social Media
Direct Mail
Special Events
Sell Products or Services
Funding From Grants
The Law of Fundraising
Working With Professional Fundraisers
7: Risk Management and Insurance
Common Legal Problems
Who Is at Risk?
Managing Your Nonprofit’s Risks
Obtain Appropriate Insurance
How to Deal With Problems Effectively and Minimize Risks
8: Understanding Contracts and Agreements
Contract Law Basics
Using Contracts in the Real World
Typical Contract Terms
Electronic Contracts
9: Marketing Your Nonprofit
Marketing and Branding in a Nutshell
Common Marketing Terms
Know Your Audience and Your Field
Market Research
Fundamental Marketing Tools
10: Publishing Informational Materials
Decide Whether to Publish
Create a Publishing Plan
Copyright Basics for Nonprofit Publishers
11: Spreading the Word Online About Your Nonprofit
Planning Your Online Activities
Understanding Your Options Online
Planning a Website Project
Choosing and Working With a Web Developer
Creating Your Site
Domain Names and Hosting
Driving Traffic to Your Site
Intellectual Property: Who Owns What?
12: Managing Your Finances
Bookkeeping and Accounting Overview
Tracking Income and Expenses
Creating Basic Financial Reports
Audits, Reviews, and Compilations
Reporting Requirements
Using Technology to Manage Your Money, Donors, Projects, and More
13: Hiring Lawyers, Accountants, and Other Professional Help
Relationships Are Critical
Working With Lawyers
Working With Accountants and Other Professionals
Appendix: How to Use the Downloadable Forms on the Nolo Website
Editing RTFs
List of Forms Available on the Nolo Website
Index
Book Registration
Additional Nonprofit Resources at Nolo.com
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