Nonprofit Guide
Build, grow and sustain your nonprofit. This featured topic guide includes additional resources from trusted websites and sources, specially curated by JCPL librarians.
Featured
Colorado Grants Guide
The most comprehensive database of funders that support Colorado-based community organizations.
Foundation Directory Enterprise
Complete and up-to-date information on over 240,000 grantmakers and U.S. Foundations. Available only inside the Library.
Legal Information Source
Legal publications, articles and forms, including sample nonprofit budgets, volunteer applications and Board of Directors meeting minutes.
Nonprofit Resources from the Library
Online Resources
Colorado Grants Guide
Comprehensive database of local foundations, trusts, corporations, and national funders.
Demographics Now
Up-to-date demographics for grant writing and on potential funders. Create detailed reports and mailing lists with a user-friendly platform.
Foundation Directory Enterprise
Streamline funding and research needs by browsing the most exhaustive and up-to-date listing of nonprofits. Available in Library only.
Legal Forms
For all your legal need, explore this selection of essential state-specific (and multi-state) legal forms.
At the Library
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Meeting & Study Rooms
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Explore More
Check out staff recommended resources and reads.
Additional Resources
Hand-picked by our expert librarians, explore these trusted resources to meet your needs.
Other Resources
Free Nonprofit Resources from the Nonprofit Learning Lab
Browse resources for directors, managers and staff, from downloadable guidebooks to a webinar series on diversity, equity and inclusion.
Charity Navigator
This directory of charitable and nonprofit organizations and foundations offers a Give With Confidence Rating, plus a program expense ratio.
Common Grant Application
Online platform for grant applicants and grant makers to manage and track grant applications, agreements, reports, and payments.
Staff Picks
Browse related reads and a few of our staff recommended picks.
Staff Lists
You Can Make a Difference!
Inspirational and practical reads for those interested in finding simple, easy ways to make a difference in their communities.
Funding Ideas for Colorado Nonprofits
A list of websites for local nonprofits seeking funding sources.
For Nonprofit Professionals
Hone your professional skills and learn about trends in the nonprofit world with these titles.
Getting Started
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Learn How: Reference Solutions
Learn more about this premier source of business and residential information with an intro tutorial from Niche Academy.
Learn How: Demographics Now
Explore how to use Demographics Now with this intro from Niche Academy. Find, compare and visualize demographic information!
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