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In an effort to fulfill our mission to promote responsible and effective philanthropy, we have compiled the following organized list of online resources which may prove helpful in the growth, management, and public relations of your organization. The listing of this information does not imply endorsement by The Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation.
- Management and Strategic Planning
- Board Development
- Fundraising
- Technology
- Marketing and Communications
- Philanthropic Newsletters and Publications
Management and Strategic Planning
- Alliance for Nonprofit Management ~ Professional Organization dedicated to the development of governance and management of nonprofits. (associated join fee)
- Georgia Center for Nonprofits ~ Provides information and opportunities for optimizing resources, professional development, accessing tools and educational programs.
- Internet Nonprofit Center ~ Provides links to more sites involved with strategic planning and managment as well as nonprofit FAQs.
- Nonprofit Congress ~ Offers webinars on a variety of topics such as recent changes to the IRS 990. ($25 per webinar)
- Nonprofit Finance Fund ~ Helps nonprofits for strengthen their finanical health and build their capacity to serve their communities.
- Nonprofit Genie ~ Provides a wide variety of information to help nonprofits in accomplishing their mission. (Sponsored by the California Management Assistance Project)
Board Development
Fundraising
- Association of Fundraising Professionals ~ Professional organization dedicated to advancing philanthropy. There is a chapter in Savannah--contact Barbara Evans 912-290-8892. (associated join fee of $25.00)
- The Foundation Center ~ Searchable, nation-wide database of grantmaking organizations. Located at the United Way Building, 1311 Union Street, Brunswick
- GIFT (Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training) ~ Provides tools and tips for effective fundraising.
- Grant Propsal.com ~ Dedicated to providing free resources for both advanced grantwriting consultants and inexperienced nonprofit staff.
Technology
- Charity Advantage ~ Assistance with website development and computer purchase-assistance programs.
- TechSoup ~ Offers discounted technology products to qualiifed organizations. (free membership required)
Marketing and Communications
- The Communications Network ~ Offers articles, webinars, ideas, research, the JargonFinder (online tool to help avoid its use), and links to publications.
- Hershey|Cause Communication for Good ~ Provides downloadable copies of "Communications Tookit: A guide to navigating communications for the nonprofit world" and "Why Bad Ads Happen to Good Causes and How to Ensure They Won't Happen to Yours". (Must join email list for this) Also, free hard copies to nonprofits by request.
- Polling Report.com ~ Recent data from polls conducted by CNN, NBC, CBS, and other organizations.
- Press Release Grader ~ Online tool that grades your press releases and gives tips on improving them.
- Smart Chart 3.0 ~ Sponsored by Spitfire Strategies, this offers a free online chart for use as a guide through the communications planning process or as an evaluative tool for in-progress or previous campaigns.
- Sociable Media ~ Free webinars, examples, discussions, and templates from the "Beyond Bullet Points" book by Cliff Atkins, a leading powerpoint designer.
- Stanford Persuasive Technology Lab ~ Guidelines for website credibility.
Newsletters and Publications
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