Recommended Resources

Web Resources & Applications

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  • Network for Good is an excellent resource both for the nonprofit web professional--from content development to marketing strategies--to concerned individuals who which to learn more about a particular nonprofit/charity organization.
  • GuideStar.org provides specialty services to fundraisers, grant-makers and nonprofit administrators.
  • Qgiv.com offers on-line giving collection services to the nonprofit sector.
  • PayPal is an easy to access credit card acceptance service. They make it easy for your organization to accept donations online.
  • Admit One offers on-line event ticketing services.
  • Idealist.org is another excellent resource with news and services for the nonprofit sector.
  • About's Nonprofit Page is yet another great resource for the nonprofit professional.
  • Constant Contact: Whether you're looking to send an email newsletter, a high-impact email promotion, an email event invitation, an online survey, or build your email list, discover how Constant Contact can help you get it done.
  • Mail Chimp: This is a competetor to Constant Contact. Pretty much the same service options, but they have a free "Forever Plan" for mailing lists under 500 contacts.
  • The Oertel Group specializes in providing nonprofit organizations with tools, support and mentoring that will maximize their performance.
  • King Graphic Design is owned and operated by Gillian Kirkpatrick, a British (but don’t hold that against her) -born and -educated artist, who is well-versed in the intricacies involved in taking a project from initial concept to completion in the world of print and electronic media.
  • We Write the Grants specialize in progressive development activities for non-profit social services, including grant proposal writing, document detailing, and a range of organizational development activities.
  • Multi-state Filer Project has information about Multi-state Filing for Charitable Solicitations.
  • The Google Grants Program offers FREE AdWords service to qualified nonprofit organizations.
  • Google's Calendar Manage your schedule, event and other calendars online and coordinate with members, supportes and other website visitors.
  • The Chronicle of Philanthropy has an Internet resources section, along with important articles and tips on development and marketing.
  • Search Engine Watch offers sound advice on search engine optimization (SEO) from choosing keywords to getting a better position on the worldwide web.
  • Stan Sholik Photography is one of the finest photographers in the nation. If you have an important project or event to shoot, or require just the right image for your printed collateral or website, then Stan's your man.
  • BrandOutLoud is an organization that aids organizations in promoting themselves.