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DPL Nonprofit Resources

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Updated January 2025 From starting and managing to marketing and funding, here are some resources for those in the nonprofit world. Follow the list and check back regularly for new resources and recommendations. In order by topic, relevant websites first.

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Candid Learning

https://learning.candid.org/

Web Resource

Candid Learning offers information and resources that are specifically designed to meet the needs of nonprofits worldwide in need of know-how for securing funding and operating effective organizations. Candid Learning offers information and resources that are specifically designed to meet the needs of nonprofits worldwide in need of know-how for securing funding and operating effective organizations. Show less

Nonprofitready.org

https://www.nonprofitready.org/

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Over 500 learning resources to help you and your nonprofit do more good. Sign up for a free account to access training a receive notification of new offerings. Over 500 learning resources to help you and your nonprofit do more good. Sign up for a free account to access training a receive notification of new offerings. Show less

Central Oregon Health Data

https://www.centraloregonhealthdata.org/

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Find health related data and indicators for Crook, Deschutes, Jefferson, Northern Klamath counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs in Oregon. ...Show more Find health related data and indicators for Crook, Deschutes, Jefferson, Northern Klamath counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs in Oregon. Use Central Oregon Community Health Data to drive decision making. This is a great resource for finding data that you can use in your project proposal writing. Show less

Inclusion, Inc

Inclusion, Inc

How to Design Intersectional Equity Into the Workplace

by Sanford, Sara

Book - 2022

Inclusion, Inc. tackles the realities of workplace bias and reveals an innovative, proven approach--changing mechanics rather than mindsets--that business...Show more Inclusion, Inc. tackles the realities of workplace bias and reveals an innovative, proven approach--changing mechanics rather than mindsets--that businesses can adopt today to design bias out and equity in and harness the collective intelligence of their employees. Show less

Inclusion, Inc. tackles the realities of workplace bias and reveals an innovative, proven approach--changing mechanics rather than mindsets--that business...Show more Inclusion, Inc. tackles the realities of workplace bias and reveals an innovative, proven approach--changing mechanics rather than mindsets--that businesses can adopt today to design bias out and equity in and harness the collective intelligence of their employees. Show less

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One-click to Give

One-click to Give

Future Proof your Fundraising With Social Media

by Berman, Jeremy

Book - 2024

The world of fundraising is changing. People want to be able to donate to causes conveniently and on the social platforms where they spend their time. Thr...Show more The world of fundraising is changing. People want to be able to donate to causes conveniently and on the social platforms where they spend their time. Through their donation, they wish to share in a nonprofit’s mission and connect with a community of supporters like themselves. This–and much more–is possible through social giving–a new mode for fundraising that accounts for over $7 billion dollars (and counting) in nonprofit donations. Learn how to create a future-proof social giving strategy that lays the foundation for a thriving community of supporters. Show less

The world of fundraising is changing. People want to be able to donate to causes conveniently and on the social platforms where they spend their time. Thr...Show more The world of fundraising is changing. People want to be able to donate to causes conveniently and on the social platforms where they spend their time. Through their donation, they wish to share in a nonprofit’s mission and connect with a community of supporters like themselves. This–and much more–is possible through social giving–a new mode for fundraising that accounts for over $7 billion dollars (and counting) in nonprofit donations. Learn how to create a future-proof social giving strategy that lays the foundation for a thriving community of supporters. Show less

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Turning Donors Into Partners

Turning Donors Into Partners

Principles for Fundraising You'll Actually Enjoy

by Layland, Bradley Lee

Book - 2023

Fundraising can be one of the most stressful parts of ministry. Professional fundraiser Brad Layland transforms fundraising into a relational process wher...Show more Fundraising can be one of the most stressful parts of ministry. Professional fundraiser Brad Layland transforms fundraising into a relational process where donors truly become partners in ministry. Fundraising is best done in community-this book will help you find a community of people who enjoy giving and want your organization to succeed. Show less

Fundraising can be one of the most stressful parts of ministry. Professional fundraiser Brad Layland transforms fundraising into a relational process wher...Show more Fundraising can be one of the most stressful parts of ministry. Professional fundraiser Brad Layland transforms fundraising into a relational process where donors truly become partners in ministry. Fundraising is best done in community-this book will help you find a community of people who enjoy giving and want your organization to succeed. Show less

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Fundraising Principles and Practice

Fundraising Principles and Practice

by Sargeant, Adrian

Book - 2024

The text is split into four engaging sections: exploring the profession's evolution, understanding donor behavior, mastering fundraising planning, and unc...Show more The text is split into four engaging sections: exploring the profession's evolution, understanding donor behavior, mastering fundraising planning, and uncovering diverse fundraising methods. It also highlights volunteer management and the inspiring Great Fundraising project. Show less

The text is split into four engaging sections: exploring the profession's evolution, understanding donor behavior, mastering fundraising planning, and unc...Show more The text is split into four engaging sections: exploring the profession's evolution, understanding donor behavior, mastering fundraising planning, and uncovering diverse fundraising methods. It also highlights volunteer management and the inspiring Great Fundraising project. Show less

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Fundraising for Social Change

Fundraising for Social Change

by Klein, Kim

Book - 2022

A soup to nuts description of how to build, maintain and expand an individual donor program, this book is often called "the Bible of grassroots fundraising". A soup to nuts description of how to build, maintain and expand an individual donor program, this book is often called "the Bible of grassroots fundraising". Show less

A soup to nuts description of how to build, maintain and expand an individual donor program, this book is often called "the Bible of grassroots fundraising". A soup to nuts description of how to build, maintain and expand an individual donor program, this book is often called "the Bible of grassroots fundraising". Show less

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Focused Fundraising

Focused Fundraising

How to Raise your Sights and Overcome Overload

by Cannon, Christopher M.

Book - 2022

Blends art and science, organization and individual, and big and small considerations to deliver a powerful, compact, desk-side resource for anyone involved in fundraising. Blends art and science, organization and individual, and big and small considerations to deliver a powerful, compact, desk-side resource for anyone involved in fundraising. Show less

Blends art and science, organization and individual, and big and small considerations to deliver a powerful, compact, desk-side resource for anyone involved in fundraising. Blends art and science, organization and individual, and big and small considerations to deliver a powerful, compact, desk-side resource for anyone involved in fundraising. Show less

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Effective Fundraising

Effective Fundraising

The Trustees Role and Beyond

by McFarlan, F. Warren

Book - 2021

This book focuses on the steps and strategies you need to know to secure funding to fulfill your mission. This book focuses on the steps and strategies you need to know to secure funding to fulfill your mission. Show less

This book focuses on the steps and strategies you need to know to secure funding to fulfill your mission. This book focuses on the steps and strategies you need to know to secure funding to fulfill your mission. Show less

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Nonprofit Hero

Nonprofit Hero

Five Easy Steps to Successful Board Fundraising

by Jones, Valerie M.

Book - 2018

A valuable toolkit for individuals serving on volunteer Boards of Directors (BOD) for nonprofit agencies. A valuable toolkit for individuals serving on volunteer Boards of Directors (BOD) for nonprofit agencies. Show less

A valuable toolkit for individuals serving on volunteer Boards of Directors (BOD) for nonprofit agencies. A valuable toolkit for individuals serving on volunteer Boards of Directors (BOD) for nonprofit agencies. Show less

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Infectious Generosity

Infectious Generosity

The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading

by Anderson, Chris

Book - 2024

TED curator Chris Anderson explores the overlooked power of generosity in shaping a brighter future. Despite recent challenges to optimism, Anderson draws...Show more TED curator Chris Anderson explores the overlooked power of generosity in shaping a brighter future. Despite recent challenges to optimism, Anderson draws on TED talks and online sharing to propose a shift from outrage to infectious generosity. He illustrates how small acts can lead to significant change, offering a roadmap for transformative impact. Show less

TED curator Chris Anderson explores the overlooked power of generosity in shaping a brighter future. Despite recent challenges to optimism, Anderson draws...Show more TED curator Chris Anderson explores the overlooked power of generosity in shaping a brighter future. Despite recent challenges to optimism, Anderson draws on TED talks and online sharing to propose a shift from outrage to infectious generosity. He illustrates how small acts can lead to significant change, offering a roadmap for transformative impact. Show less

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Just Giving

Just Giving

Why Philanthropy Is Failing Democracy and How It Can Do Better

by Reich, Rob

Book - 2018

Asks what attitude and what policies democracies should have concerning individuals who give money away for public purposes; and argues that the aims of m...Show more Asks what attitude and what policies democracies should have concerning individuals who give money away for public purposes; and argues that the aims of mass giving should be the decentralization of power in the production of public goods, such as the arts, education, and science. Show less

Asks what attitude and what policies democracies should have concerning individuals who give money away for public purposes; and argues that the aims of m...Show more Asks what attitude and what policies democracies should have concerning individuals who give money away for public purposes; and argues that the aims of mass giving should be the decentralization of power in the production of public goods, such as the arts, education, and science. Show less

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State of Giving

State of Giving

Stories of Oregon Volunteers, Donors, and Nonprofits

by Chaillé, Greg

Book - 2015

Highlights the crucial role that nonprofits play as pillars of Oregon's civic structure through their engaging profiles of the charismatic civic leaders, ...Show more Highlights the crucial role that nonprofits play as pillars of Oregon's civic structure through their engaging profiles of the charismatic civic leaders, grassroots organizations, donors, and volunteers who are working to combat some of Oregon's most enduring problems. Show less

Highlights the crucial role that nonprofits play as pillars of Oregon's civic structure through their engaging profiles of the charismatic civic leaders, ...Show more Highlights the crucial role that nonprofits play as pillars of Oregon's civic structure through their engaging profiles of the charismatic civic leaders, grassroots organizations, donors, and volunteers who are working to combat some of Oregon's most enduring problems. Show less

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Grant Writing

Grant Writing

by Browning, Beverly A.

Book - 2022

Browning gives you everything you need to get started with your grant application. She helps you move through the grant-writing process and apply for some...Show more Browning gives you everything you need to get started with your grant application. She helps you move through the grant-writing process and apply for some of the billions of dollars available from public and private sector sources. From creating a strategic plan to using online databased and applying for e-grants, you'll learn new ways to get the funding you need. Show less

Browning gives you everything you need to get started with your grant application. She helps you move through the grant-writing process and apply for some...Show more Browning gives you everything you need to get started with your grant application. She helps you move through the grant-writing process and apply for some of the billions of dollars available from public and private sector sources. From creating a strategic plan to using online databased and applying for e-grants, you'll learn new ways to get the funding you need. Show less

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The Grant Writing and Funding Coach

The Grant Writing and Funding Coach

Target and Acquire the Funds You Need : How Individuals, Non-profits, Local Governments, and Community Organizations Build Bridges With Funders

by Griffiths, Deborah

Book - 2017

Traditional and non-traditional methods of funding are explored in this small but powerful book by an experienced entrepreneur and community leader who ha...Show more Traditional and non-traditional methods of funding are explored in this small but powerful book by an experienced entrepreneur and community leader who has often found herself on the raising part of funds. She also looks at various forms of crowdfunding, as well as online auctions and other innovative ways of funding projects and organizations. Show less

Traditional and non-traditional methods of funding are explored in this small but powerful book by an experienced entrepreneur and community leader who ha...Show more Traditional and non-traditional methods of funding are explored in this small but powerful book by an experienced entrepreneur and community leader who has often found herself on the raising part of funds. She also looks at various forms of crowdfunding, as well as online auctions and other innovative ways of funding projects and organizations. Show less

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Nonprofit Law

Nonprofit Law

A Practical Guide to Legal Issues for Nonprofit Organizations

Book - 2017

This book covers the formation, tax, governance, and documentation issues and addresses some other areas, including mergers and sale of assets of nonprofits as well as dissolution of nonprofits. This book covers the formation, tax, governance, and documentation issues and addresses some other areas, including mergers and sale of assets of nonprofits as well as dissolution of nonprofits. Show less

This book covers the formation, tax, governance, and documentation issues and addresses some other areas, including mergers and sale of assets of nonprofits as well as dissolution of nonprofits. This book covers the formation, tax, governance, and documentation issues and addresses some other areas, including mergers and sale of assets of nonprofits as well as dissolution of nonprofits. Show less

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Joan Garry's Guide to Nonprofit Leadership

Joan Garry's Guide to Nonprofit Leadership

Because the World Is Counting on You

by Garry, Joan

Book - 2021

In this book, author Joan Garry offers a recipe for a real partnership between an executive director and a board chair. She draws on her own staff and boa...Show more In this book, author Joan Garry offers a recipe for a real partnership between an executive director and a board chair. She draws on her own staff and board experience and her work with hundreds of clients to share what it takes to be a first class fundraiser and public speaker. She also offers practical advice on managing crises, graceful exits (those two not always connected) and organizational transition. Show less

In this book, author Joan Garry offers a recipe for a real partnership between an executive director and a board chair. She draws on her own staff and boa...Show more In this book, author Joan Garry offers a recipe for a real partnership between an executive director and a board chair. She draws on her own staff and board experience and her work with hundreds of clients to share what it takes to be a first class fundraiser and public speaker. She also offers practical advice on managing crises, graceful exits (those two not always connected) and organizational transition. Show less

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The Friction Project

The Friction Project

How Smart Leaders Make the Right Things Easier and the Wrong Things Harder

by Sutton, Robert I.

Book - 2024

Every organization is plagued by destructive friction-the forces that make it harder, more complicated, or downright impossible to get anything done. Yet ...Show more Every organization is plagued by destructive friction-the forces that make it harder, more complicated, or downright impossible to get anything done. Yet some forms of friction are incredibly useful, and leaders who attempt to improve workplace efficiency often make things even worse. Drawing from seven years of hands-on research the teach readers how to become "friction fixers," so that teams and organizations don't squander the zeal, damage the health, and throttle the creativity and productivity of good people-or burn through cash and other precious resources. Show less

Every organization is plagued by destructive friction-the forces that make it harder, more complicated, or downright impossible to get anything done. Yet ...Show more Every organization is plagued by destructive friction-the forces that make it harder, more complicated, or downright impossible to get anything done. Yet some forms of friction are incredibly useful, and leaders who attempt to improve workplace efficiency often make things even worse. Drawing from seven years of hands-on research the teach readers how to become "friction fixers," so that teams and organizations don't squander the zeal, damage the health, and throttle the creativity and productivity of good people-or burn through cash and other precious resources. Show less

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Innovation for Social Change

Innovation for Social Change

How Wildly Successful Nonprofits Inspire and Deliver Results

by Kral, Leah

Book - 2023

This practical book offers step-by-step strategies for building mission-effective nonprofits. It blends insights from top thinkers in business, economics, and workplace culture, with real-world nonprofit examples and solutions to common pitfalls. This practical book offers step-by-step strategies for building mission-effective nonprofits. It blends insights from top thinkers in business, economics, and workplace culture, with real-world nonprofit examples and solutions to common pitfalls. Show less

This practical book offers step-by-step strategies for building mission-effective nonprofits. It blends insights from top thinkers in business, economics, and workplace culture, with real-world nonprofit examples and solutions to common pitfalls. This practical book offers step-by-step strategies for building mission-effective nonprofits. It blends insights from top thinkers in business, economics, and workplace culture, with real-world nonprofit examples and solutions to common pitfalls. Show less

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Nonprofit Kit for Dummies

Nonprofit Kit for Dummies

by Hutton, Stan

Book - 2017

Need practical advice on running a nonprofit? No problem! Packed with the latest tips and techniques on starting and managing a charitable organization, t...Show more Need practical advice on running a nonprofit? No problem! Packed with the latest tips and techniques on starting and managing a charitable organization, this easy-to-follow guide offers everything you need to help your nonprofit endure the ups and downs of the economy. Show less

Need practical advice on running a nonprofit? No problem! Packed with the latest tips and techniques on starting and managing a charitable organization, t...Show more Need practical advice on running a nonprofit? No problem! Packed with the latest tips and techniques on starting and managing a charitable organization, this easy-to-follow guide offers everything you need to help your nonprofit endure the ups and downs of the economy. Show less

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The Non Nonprofit

The Non Nonprofit

For-profit Thinking for Nonprofit Success

by Rothschild, Steve

Book - 2012

A top business leader shares the business principles he used to launch both a top company and a thriving nonprofit. A top business leader shares the business principles he used to launch both a top company and a thriving nonprofit. Show less

A top business leader shares the business principles he used to launch both a top company and a thriving nonprofit. A top business leader shares the business principles he used to launch both a top company and a thriving nonprofit. Show less

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Do More Good

Do More Good

Moving Nonprofits From Good to Growth

by McKendry, Bill

Book - 2022

Author and entrepreneur Bill McKendry is one of the leading authorities on nonprofit branding and marketing. In Do More Good, he provides incredible insig...Show more Author and entrepreneur Bill McKendry is one of the leading authorities on nonprofit branding and marketing. In Do More Good, he provides incredible insights and tips from his over thirty-five years of helping nonprofit organizations expand their reach and become more effective in their communication. Show less

Author and entrepreneur Bill McKendry is one of the leading authorities on nonprofit branding and marketing. In Do More Good, he provides incredible insig...Show more Author and entrepreneur Bill McKendry is one of the leading authorities on nonprofit branding and marketing. In Do More Good, he provides incredible insights and tips from his over thirty-five years of helping nonprofit organizations expand their reach and become more effective in their communication. Show less

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The Oregon Nonprofit Corporation Handbook

The Oregon Nonprofit Corporation Handbook

by Cumfer, Cynthia

Book - 2012

An essential resource for Oregon nonprofit leaders and board members and for the attorneys who advise them. An essential resource for Oregon nonprofit leaders and board members and for the attorneys who advise them. Show less

An essential resource for Oregon nonprofit leaders and board members and for the attorneys who advise them. An essential resource for Oregon nonprofit leaders and board members and for the attorneys who advise them. Show less

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Nonprofit Bookkeeping & Accounting

Nonprofit Bookkeeping & Accounting

by Loughran, Maire

Book - 2024

This guide helps nonprofit managers and volunteers understand financial operations, bookkeeping, accounting principles, and laws. It covers grant tracking...Show more This guide helps nonprofit managers and volunteers understand financial operations, bookkeeping, accounting principles, and laws. It covers grant tracking, payroll, tax forms, audit processes, and choosing accounting methods and software for compliance. Show less

This guide helps nonprofit managers and volunteers understand financial operations, bookkeeping, accounting principles, and laws. It covers grant tracking...Show more This guide helps nonprofit managers and volunteers understand financial operations, bookkeeping, accounting principles, and laws. It covers grant tracking, payroll, tax forms, audit processes, and choosing accounting methods and software for compliance. Show less

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