Starting & Building a Nonprofit is a practical guide to building a great nonprofit.
In times of significant community need, nonprofits play a crucial role more than ever before. However, many passionate individuals who want to lead a nonprofit face obstacles due to a lack of understanding of the legal and organizational complexities involved. This book provides a clear, concise roadmap to help you create and nurture a nonprofit that truly serves your mission, whether your focus is social justice, supporting the arts, rescuing a school library, protecting the environment, or making a difference in any other meaningful way.
With practical advice, legal information, tips, and step-by-step instructions, this guide will help you get your nonprofit up and running--and keep it going! Starting & Building a Nonprofit explains how to:
- develop a strategic plan and budget
- recruit and manage board members, employees, and volunteers
- market your organization to your target audience
- raise money online through crowdfunding and other sites
- build a website and use social media and networking sites
- adopt policies that are legally sound, and much more.
Whether you're just beginning your nonprofit journey or are already managing an organization, Starting & Building a Nonprofit will help you make a meaningful impact in your community and beyond. The fully updated 11th edition features recent legal updates, offers practical tips on strategic planning, and provides up-to-date advice on digital engagement and fundraising platforms, ensuring your organization stays relevant, compliant, and ready to grow in today's changing landscape.
