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Starting a nonprofit organization
Boardsource: Knowledge Center
Free e-books, articles and FAQs on starting and managing a nonprofit.
Council on Foundations
General information for nonprofits from this association of foundations and corporations promoting effective and responsible philanthropy.
Foundation Center
Provides information and internet links to assist in establishing a nonprofit organization.
Info Central; How to Start a Nonprofit Organization
By the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits. Sample bylaws and articles of incorporation are included.
National Association of State Charity Officials (NASCO)
NASCOnet.org provides access to government and financial information, as well as news for charitable organizations.
National Council of Nonprofit Associations
Resources for connecting local and national nonprofit associations. The site also follows policy issues relevant for nonprofits.
Nonprofit Good Practice Guide
Information to help manage a nonprofit organization efficiently and effectively. articles, tips, resources and glossaries.
Non-profit Guides
Guidelines and samples to assist with the grant-writing process.
Nonprofit Law Resource Library
Terms and processes for starting a nonprofit organization.
Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice: A Guide for Charities and Foundations
This guide by Independent Sector's Panel on the Nonprofit Sector identifies 33 practices to support those managing and serving on the boards of charitable organizations.
Tax Information for Charities & Other Nonprofits
Special assistance for charities, foundations and other nonprofits from this IRS tax page.
University of Wisconsin Madison Grants Information Center
This well balanced site provides one stop shopping for information on 501c3s, tax implications, how to start a nonprofit, charitable contributions, etc.
Evaluating nonprofits
American Institute of Philanthropy Charity Watch
List of top-rated charities. Site indicates the criteria used for ratings.
Charity Navigator
Evaluations of the financial health of America's largest charities.
Evaluating Charities - Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
Tips on what to look at in a charitable foundation, the roles of boards and how to read the financial statements.
Give.org
The Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance's evaluations of charities based on financial and management practices.
GuideStar
This database includes all IRS-registered tax-deductible charities, comprising over 700,000 organizations. Some listings do not provide full data.
Non Profit Times
This trade publication offers news, an annual compilation of charities, salary surveys and special reports.
Ministry Watch
Database with profiles on more than 400 of the largest church and parachurch ministries in the United States.