QUESTIONNAIRE FOR POTENTIAL NONPROFITS
ONLINE RESOURCES FOR NONPROFITS
Information
for and about nonprofits on the internet
Note: An asterisk (*)
next to an entry indicates that the organization is located in the Greater
Richmond, Virginia area.
Alliance
for Justice
Works to strengthen the voice of the nonprofit sector in important public policy debates by giving tax-exempt organizations a better understanding of the laws that govern their participation in the policy process.
Alliance for
Nonprofit Management
Professional association of individuals and organizations devoted to improving the management and governance capacity of nonprofits. They improve nonprofits’ management and governance capacity by increasing the effectiveness of individuals and organizations that help nonprofits build their power and impact.
Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action
ARNOVA brings together both theoretical and applied interests, helping scholars gain insight into the day-to-day concerns of third-sector organizations, while providing nonprofit professionals with research they can use to improve the quality of life for citizens and communities. Principal activities include an annual conference, publications, electronic discussions and special interest groups.
BBB Wise Giving Alliance
Offers guidance to donors on making informed giving decisions and advances high standards of conduct for charitable organizations through charity evaluations. In March 2003, the Alliance issued new charity accountability standards, as well as guidelines for implementing those standards.
BoardSource
Resource for practical information, tools and best practices, training, and leadership development for board members of nonprofit organizations. Helpful items include their consulting practice, publications, and membership program.
*Budgeting: A Guide for Small Nonprofit Organizations
A publication of the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants. This document covers many of the basic budgeting issues small nonprofits face, including how to set a budget, when to set a budget, how to pick a budgeting committee, etc.
Business Registration Guide
Guide designed for new businesses seeking to register in Virginia developed by the State Corporation Commission, Virginia Employment Commission and the Department of Taxation.
*ConnectRichmond
Provides the nonprofit community with centralized access to information to improve its capacity to fulfill its many missions. ConnectRichmond helps nonprofits, local funders, and local government to determine community needs and assets, and is a source of information that can guide public decisions.
*Data Share Metro Richmond
A resource for local data at the neighborhood level for the Richmond, Virginia metropolitan region. The purpose of this resource is to provide data to community residents and organizations for use in planning, allocating resources, and grant writing.
*Especially for Nonprofit Organizations (VCU)
Especially for Nonprofit Organizations is a certificate program to support educational opportunities and capacity building for the vast network of nonprofit organizations in the greater Richmond area. The program offers a variety of classes of interest to nonprofit professionals and to organizations considering nonprofit status.
*Greater Richmond Bar Foundation Pro Bono Clearinghouse
The Greater Richmond Bar Foundation Pro Bono Clearinghouse (PBC) helps bring together local nonprofits with the Richmond metropolitan area legal community. Nonprofits tell the PBC what legal issue(s) they have, and the PBC connects them with a Richmond attorney that can help on a pro bono basis.
*Greater Richmond Small Business Development Center
GRSBDC provides assistance and training to help small business owners and potential owners make sound decisions for the successful operation of their business. The mission of the GRSBDC is to improve the economic opportunities in the Greater Richmond Area by providing in-depth quality counseling, education, and information services to the small business community in partnership with local, regional and national resources.
Guidestar
National database of charitable organizations. Used by donors and grantors to research nonprofit organizations before they give money. Subscription services include salary searches, compensation reports, and grant searches.
Independent Sector
Coalition of 575 leading nonprofits, foundations and corporations strengthening not-for-profit initiative, philanthropy, and citizen action. Provides various programs and activities to help nonprofits flourish.
*Institute on Philanthropy
(University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies)
The Institute on Philanthropy strives to strengthen the community and inspire charitable giving by educating professionals, volunteers and donors about the practices and purposes of nonprofit fundraising and development. The Institute offers certificate programs in fundraising and development and nonprofit marketing.
Internal Revenue Service
Features current issues facing the IRS and non-profits. The IRS also provides a searchable database of forms and publications on its website.
National Center for Charitable Statistics
The National Center for Charitable Statistics is the national clearinghouse of data on the nonprofit sector in the United States. NCCS is a program of the Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy (CNP) at the Urban Institute.
*National Center for Nonprofit Enterprise
The National Center on Nonprofit Enterprise (NCNE) helps nonprofit organizations make wise economic decisions to efficiently and effectively pursue their social missions.
National Council of Nonprofit Organizations
The National Council of Nonprofit Associations (NCNA) is the network of state and regional nonprofit associations serving over 20,000 members in 41 states and the District of Columbia. NCNA links local organizations to a national audience through state associations and helps small and midsize nonprofits. This is a great source for finding nonprofit networks in a given state.
Power of Attorney
POA suspended operations at the end of 2004, but the website still contains many items nonprofits will find useful, including a nationwide list of local pro bono organizations and links to other nonprofit resources and services.
*Starting a Nonprofit
A how-to manual for starting a nonprofit in Virginia, including sample articles of incorporation and by-laws. Authored by students from the Spring 2005 Law of Nonprofit Organizations class at the University of Richmond School of Law. This is not a substitute for legal advice, but is a great launching point for anyone that needs to know the legal requirements for starting a nonprofit in Virginia.
Tech Soup
Offers nonprofits free technology information, resources, and support. Nonprofits can access donated and discounted technology products, generously provided by corporate and nonprofit technology partners. Start here for all nonprofit IT issues.
The Idealist.org Nonprofit FAQ
Nonprofit FAQ, begun in 1994, based on actual questions posed by nonprofit managers. Includes sections on: organization, management, regulation, development, and available resources for nonprofits. Published by Idealist.org.
*Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
(Registration for Charitable Solicitation)
Includes registration forms for charitable organizations that solicit donations
and other required forms, as well as information on state law governing charitable organizations. Also includes a charitable organization registration package and a searchable database of charitable organizations authorized to solicit donations in Virginia.
*Virginia Department of Taxation
Provides information on how Virginia treats nonprofits for tax purposes and required registration forms. Includes criteria and filing requirements for the Sales and Use Tax exemption and an online application for the exemption.
*Virginia License and Permit Guide
Provides information on licensing and regulatory requirements for both establishing and operating a Virginia business. Includes a useful how-to guide
on starting a business in Virginia.
*Virginia Network of Nonprofit Organizations (VANNO)
VANNO is a statewide association open to any 501(c) organization in Virginia, regardless of size or mission. VANNO, founded in 2004, advocates for nonprofits at the state level, promotes ethical and accountable practices, leverages group buying power, and connects nonprofit staff and board members to high quality information and resources.
*Virginia State Corporation Commission, Office of the Clerk (SCC)
Contains information on how to file articles of incorporation with the State Corporation Commission (SCC), a requirement for all Virginia nonprofit and for-profit entities that want to incorporate. The SCC Business Registration Guide, linked from this site, is especially useful.
*Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts
Supports artistic expression and creative innovation by serving the legal needs of Washington, Maryland and Virginia’s arts and cultural communities. WALA provides education, advocacy, and volunteer legal services through workshops and seminars, legal clinics for artists and arts organizations, and pro-bono referral services. There are over 350 D.C. area lawyers and firms participating in WALA projects.
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