Here is a list of the best Nonprofit books, some I have read myself, some that I did research on, and all have great reviews!
1. Nonprofit Kit FD 5e (For Dummies) (2016)
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. From applying for your tax exemption to raising money to pay for your programs, it covers it all. So get ready to bring in the bucks — and enjoy watching your nonprofit prosper….
2. How to Form a Nonprofit Corporation (National Edition): A Step-by-Step Guide to Forming a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit in Any State (2019)
You’ve got a cause you care about―now you just need the legal status that will help your organization raise money to further that cause. Here, you’ll find all the forms and information you need to create a tax-exempt nonprofit for your group. Learn how to form a nonprofit corporation in any state and gain 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the IRS. We provide step-by-step instructions for both IRS Form 1023 and the streamlined Form 1023-EZ federal tax exemption application. With this book you can: choose a legal name prepare articles of incorporation create your…
3. Nonprofit Meetings, Minutes & Records: How to Properly Document Your Nonprofit’s Actions (2018)
Nonprofits have basic corporate responsibilities they must take seriously―or risk the unwanted attention of the IRS. Nonprofit Meetings, Minutes & Records…
4. Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations: A Practical Guide for Dynamic Times (Wiley Nonprofit Authority) (2015)
Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations describes a proven method for creating an effective, organized, actionable strategy, tailored to the unique needs of the nonprofit organization. Now in its third edition, this bestselling manual contains new information about the value of plans, specific guidance toward business planning, and additional information about the strategic plan document itself. Real-world case studies illustrate different planning and implementation scenarios and techniques, and the companion website offers templates, tools, and worksheets…
5. Nonprofit Management 101: A Complete and Practical Guide for Leaders and Professionals (2019)
This intensely practical, comprehensive guidebook is for both leaders new to the nonprofit sector looking for a quick primer on all the issues that matter, as well as established veterans looking to understand how all the pieces fit together. Showcasing practical tips and takeaways, this how-to manual and resource guide provides easy to implement solutions for organizations seeking to expand impact and meet mission. Seasoned veterans including Van Jones, Fair Trade founder Paul Rice, Lynne Twist, Kay Sprinkel Grace, Joan Garry, and more share knowledge and useful insights on all…
6. Running QuickBooks in Nonprofits: 2nd Edition: The Only Comprehensive Guide for Nonprofits Using QuickBooks (2011)
Updated to include additional topics and to cover all versions of the software, this guide provides the most vital information on using QuickBooks to track financial data in nonprofit organizations. Management of donors, grants, and pledges, and topics such as allocating expenses to programs, handling donor restrictions, and generating the reports needed for donors and tax returns are covered in detail. In addition to easy-to-follow instructions and many tips and workarounds, information on using QuickBooks for fundraising is provided. With detailed explanations of…
7. 101 Biggest Mistakes Nonprofits Make and How You Can Avoid Them (2019)
Nonprofits are some of the scrappiest organizations on the planet. In many respects, they resemble start-ups. Think about it. Small groups of highly dedicated, focused believers coming together to achieve something greater than they could ever achieve on their own. They’re often cash-strapped, moving faster than their infrastructures can keep up with, and frequently learning and adapting as quickly as they can. The majority of nonprofit staff are able to do so much good with so few resources. The general public has come to expect nonprofits to behave this way. But one thing I’ve noticed is…
8. Starting & Building a Nonprofit: A Practical Guide (2019)
More people than ever are committing themselves to serving their communities and changing the world. Whether you’re aiming to protect the environment, support the arts, or help people in need, understanding how to set up a solid nonprofit organization is a great foundation for being as effective as you can be. With practical advice, legal information, tips, and step-by-step instructions, this essential guide will help you get your nonprofit up and running―and keep it going! It explains how to: develop a strategic plan and budget recruit and manage board members, volunteers, and staff market your…
9. Nonprofit Accounting & Financial Statements: Overview for Board, Management, and Staff (2017)
NEW 2nd EDITION with 2017 FASB Accounting Standards Update.A simple, yet complete (and very readable) guide to nonprofit accounting and financial statement reporting. Teaches how money enters the organization as contributions & gifts, grants & contracts, and program services revenue and then exits the organization as expenses or capital purchases. Shows how nonprofit financial transactions are recorded and how summaries are prepared and presented to stakeholders. No prior accounting knowledge is required. Immensely helpful information made accessible in an informal and witty way. An accounting…
10. How to Start, Run & Grow a Successful Nonprofit Organization: DIY Startup Guide to 501 C(3) Nonprofit Charitable Organization For All 50 States & DC (2018)
How to Start, Run & Grow a Successful Nonprofit Organization This is one of the most comprehensive guides you will find on how to start, run and grow a 501© nonprofit organization in the bookstores. I worked 23 years as a consultant for many small to medium size nonprofit organizations. My primary job was to show them the actual step by step process on how to open such charitable organizations properly and legally.Many nonprofit organizations run into various legal and tax problems if and when they don’t take the right steps when opening and filling their…
Best Nonprofit Books That You Need
We highly recommend you to buy all paper or e-books in a legal way, for example, on Amazon. But sometimes it might be a need to dig deeper beyond the shiny book cover. Before making a purchase, you can visit resources like Genesis and download some nonprofit books mentioned below at your own risk. Once again, we do not host any illegal or copyrighted files, but simply give our visitors a choice and hope they will make a wise decision.
Handbook on Corporate Foundations: Corporate and Civil Society Perspectives
Author(s): Lonneke Roza, Steffen Bethmann, Lucas Meijs, Georg von Schnurbein
Publisher: Springer International Publishing, Year: 2020, Size: 4 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2468759
Civic Engagement in Scandinavia: Volunteering, Informal Help and Giving in Denmark, Norway and Sweden
Author(s): Lars Skov Henriksen, Kristin Strømsnes, Lars Svedberg
Publisher: Springer International Publishing, Year: 2019, Size: 3 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2312101
Managing Human Behavior in Public and Nonprofit Organizations
Author(s): Robert B. Denhardt; Janet V Denhardt; Maria P Aristigueta; Kelly Rawlings
Publisher: CQ Press, Year: 2019, Size: 6 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2377616
Change Management in Nonprofit Organizations: Theory and Practice
Author(s): Kunle Akingbola, Sean Edmund Rogers, Alina Baluch
Publisher: Springer International Publishing; Palgrave Macmillan, Year: 2019, Size: 5 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2407655
Governance and Strategic Philanthropy in Grant-Making Foundations: How to Improve the Effectiveness of Nonprofit Boards
Author(s): Giacomo Boesso, Fabrizio Cerbioni
Publisher: Springer International Publishing; Palgrave Pivot, Year: 2019, Size: 2 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2407927
The Rise Of Nonprofit Investigative Journalism In The United States
Author(s): Bill Birnbauer
Publisher: Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group, Year: 2019, Size: 2 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2438786
Massachusetts Nonprofit Organizations
Author(s): Charles Fayerweather (editor)
Publisher: Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. (MCLE), Year: 2019, Size: 22 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2486641
Financial Management for Nonprofit Organizations: Policies and Practices
Author(s): John Zietlow, Jo Ann Hankin, Alan Seidner, Tim O'Brien
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc, Year: 2018, Size: 11 Mb, Download: pdf
ID: 2226864
Please note that this booklist is not definite. Some books are really chart-busters according to The Wall Street Journal, others are drafted by unknown writers. On top of that, you can always find additional tutorials and courses on Coursera, Udemy or edX, for example. Are there any other relevant links you could recommend? Drop a comment if you have any feedback on the list.