Leadership Resources

Websites with articles and tools for Non-profit mangers to aid and grow their organizations

501 Commons – 501 Commons provides expertise to nonprofits through 30+ services, including a full range of management consulting; technology consulting (IT planning and database development); outsourced HR, accounting, IT infrastructure, and database management services; professional development and board training; and free information and referral services.

GrantSpace is Foundation Center’s learning community for the social sector. GrantSpace provides easy-to-use, self-service tools and resources to help nonprofits worldwide become more viable grant applicants and build strong, sustainable organizations.

Neurodiversity Inclusion is a Checklist for Organizational Success for businesses, non-profits, and organizations to ensure fair neurodiversity hiring and employment

Nonprofit Fiance Fund is a lender and consulting firm with several useful reports, survey tools, and videos available for free.

NonProfit PRO – For thought leaders and innovators in the nonprofit world, this newsletter covers fundraising, board development, volunteer management, technology, tax and legal matters, human resources and more

Practical Guide for Implementing a Trauma-Informed Approach – Created by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) on what trauma is and how organizations can be better trauma informed.

Results-Based Accountability or Outcomes-Based Accountability – RBA/OBA used by organizations to improve the performance of their programs or services.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy is a publication reporting on non-profits, geared toward non-profit leadership.  It offers webinars, fundraising and grant information, and marketing ideas.

The Non Profit Times is a publication with information on running a successful non-profit.  Articles are related to finding donors and grants, accounting, human relations, and management tips.

Washington Nonprofits – As the state association for all nonprofits, Washington Nonprofits makes sure nonprofits have what they need to succeed through learning, advocacy, and collaboration. We envision a strong, united nonprofit sector that is a valued partner in creating thriving communities across Washington.

Washington State Pathways to Employment – ​Helping Washingtonians with a disability make informed decisions about going to work