LibGuides: Public and Nonprofit Leadership: Web Sites

Government Resources

Use authoriative "open" websites such as these to locate additional information on a topic of your choice.

Minnesota Attorney General Charities Database
A database of organizations registered with the Charities Division of the Minnesota Attorney General's Office. Data is taken directly from each organization's financial statement and information return.
Minnesota Attorney General: Information for Nonprofits
Resources for and about charities, from the Minnesota Attorney General's Office.
National Council of Nonprofits
Resources for nonprofit organizations, provided by the federal goverment.

Use authoriative "open" websites such as these to locate additional information on a topic of your choice.

Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest
"A national, nonprofit organization that helps charitable organizations increase their effectiveness and impacts through advocacy." A number of resources are available, especially under the "Nuts & Bolts" tab.
Engage For Good
Resources for nonprofits wanting to market their organizations. See especially the section titled "Online Resources."

Use authoriative "open" websites such as these to locate additional information on a topic of your choice.

Minnesota Council on Foundations
A wealth of information for grant makers and grant seekers, as well as reports and rankings about giving in Minnesota.

Use authoriative "open" websites such as these to locate additional information on a topic of your choice.

BoardSource
"BoardSource is dedicated to advancing the public good by building exceptional nonprofit boards and inspiring board service." See especially the section "Knowledge Center."
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
The Council's "Info Central" Web site provides numerous online resources for nonprofit organizations on topics ranging from fund-raising to evaluation and accountability.
Minnesota Alliance for Volunteer Advancement
The MAVA provides a wealth of online resources for volunteer administrators.
Nonprofit Good Practice Guide
The Best Practice Guide provides a close look at practices organizations implement to build the capacity needed to achieve its mission.