Nonprofit operations

Follow these ten steps for starting a nonprofit—even if you have a limited budget. Plus, download a free checklist to discover handy tips and tools for getting your new organization off the ground without breaking the bank.

A streamlined guide to DEI for nonprofits seeking to transform “diversity, equity, and inclusion” from buzzwords into a cornerstone of your organizational culture and mission.

Find new inspiration and ideas to help you develop a nonprofit professional development plan that helps you learn, grow, and achieve more success.

Understand the valuable role the director of development plays in nonprofit organizations and learn how to set yourself up for success in your first 90 days.

What is “development” in nonprofit organizations? Learn about six elements of this helpful framework and put it to use for your organization with a free nonprofit development plan template.

Discover the best project management software for nonprofits, learn best practices, and nail your nonprofit's project management process in three simple steps.

Staying on budget is key to your success as a nonprofit. Follow these guidelines for creating a nonprofit budget template to help you meet your goals.

Establish a strong foundation, create clear goals, and support your nonprofit’s success by building on this nonprofit business plan template.

This seven-step guide to strategic planning for nonprofits will prepare you and your team up for smooth, worthwhile process.

Fiscal sponsorship may be a faster and more affordable way to get the benefits of 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Learn the true fiscal sponsor definition, how it works, and how it can benefit your organization.

Explore the benefits of grants, an overview of the application process, and some helpful tips on how to write a grant proposal.

Ready to make the world a better place? Discover the different types of charities and how to start your own with this beginner-friendly guide.

What’s the difference between a nonprofit vs. not-for-profit organization? We’ll explain the distinctions among their goals, structure, taxes, and more.

Get the details about 19 types of charities in the US and some real-world examples of nonprofit organizations so you can start your own.

Explore all of the different sources of funding for nonprofits, popular funding models, and five simple steps for kickstarting a funding strategy for your organization.

Volunteering can give your mental health a boost, help you meet new people, and gain skills. Plus, it gives more people power to nonprofits doing good in their community, and more!

Create a strategy for managing volunteers that saves your organization time, effort, and money—and helps amplify your impact.

Got a rockstar board but aren’t sure how to use them? An expert in nonprofit management shares how to involve them in resource development.

Learn all about capacity building from Carolyn Keller, Founder of Curio412. She explains different ways you can build capacity, as well as top tips to grow your organization's effectiveness.

We'll make the intimidating task of drafting nonprofit bylaws way easier with this guide for beginners. Learn six key elements you absolutely need to have.

Before you can launch your nonprofit, you need to file for tax-exempt status with the IRS. We break down the 501c3 requirements so you know exactly what to do.