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1. Hawaii Community Foundation : Organization Capacity Building/PONO Leadership Program : key findings and recommendations. San Francisco, CA: Teamworks. 2009. 10 p.
Abstract: Summarizes the results of the foundation's survey of 187 grantee organizations to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of two of its programs related to nonprofit management and professional development.
Subject File Number: 428
Subject/descriptor: Foundations--Hawaii; Community foundations--analysis; Nonprofit organizations--staff development
Location: New York
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2. Hrywna, Mark. "Federal money is redirected : White House scraps and replaces Bush's compassion fund". NonProfit Times vol. 23 (1 August 2009) p. 1, 4.
Abstract: The Obama administration has dismantled the Compassion Capital Fund in favor of launching the Strengthening Communities Fund, which is said to have a broader range of grant recipients, including capacity-building projects among nonprofits and state, local, and tribal governments.
Subject File Number: 845
Subject/descriptor: Compassion Capital Fund; Government funding; Government and philanthropy
Location: New York
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3. Delfin, Francisco G., Jr.; Tang, Shui-Yan. "Foundation impact on environmental nongovernmental organizations : the grantees' perspective". Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly vol. 37 (December 2008) p. 603-25.
Abstract: The authors analyze results from a 2000 survey of private California foundations in order to determine the impact of foundations upon their grant recipients. The authors find that multi-year grants tend to promote capacity-building within their recipients, while one-year program grants are more likely to be linked to cooptation. The article focuses on environmental grant recipients.
Subject/descriptor: Foundations--grantmaking; Foundations--grants; Nonprofit organizations--grantsmanship; Environment
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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4. Foundation Center. Grants for capacity building, management & technical assistance. Digital ed. New York, NY: Foundation Center. 2008.
Abstract: Lists more than 10,300 grants of $10,000 or more made by 800 foundations, mostly in 2006 and 2007. The guide covers grants for capacity building, operational, and management assistance including: fundraising assistance, accounting, budgeting and financial planning, strategic and long-range planning, program planning and evaluation, legal advice, developing marketing plans, leadership development and staff training, hiring senior management staff or outside consultants, and general nonprofit management. Grants are indexed by recipient name, location, and subject. The introduction includes a statistical analysis.
Subject/descriptor: Foundation funding; Foundations--grants; Nonprofit organizations--management; Technical assistance; Consultants
Location: Internet
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5. Herman, Robert D.; Renz, David O. "Advancing nonprofit organizational effectiveness research and theory : nine theses". Nonprofit Management & Leadership vol. 18 (Summer 2008) p. 399-415.
Abstract: Authors present and discuss nine theses of nonprofit organization effectiveness, drawing upon general and specialized literature from the field, as well as their own prior research. The paper concludes with implications for organizational practice, boards and governance, program evaluation, and capacity building. Includes bibliographical references.
Subject/descriptor: Organizational effectiveness; Nonprofit organizations--research; Nonprofit organizations--administration; Nonprofit organizations--management
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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6. Worth, Michael J. Nonprofit management : principles and practice. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications. 2008. 390 p.
Abstract: The textbook provides an overview of the nonprofit sector and covers variety of topics, including governance, executive leadership, performance measurement, capacity building, strategic planning, marketing, fundraising, earned income, financial management, collaboration, advocacy, and international trends. With bibliographical references and index.
Call Number: 604 WOR
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--management--study and teaching
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; Atlanta
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7. Bell, Jeanne. "NOT a spin-free zone : reflections on the utility and price of nonprofit spin". Nonprofit Quarterly vol. 14 (Winter 2007) p. 6-10.
Abstract: Addresses the distinct contrast between the reality of operations in the nonprofit sector, and the "spin" put out by organizations. Features five examples of issues in which organizations may "bend the truth," and discusses how the use of spin can be helpful or misleading. The topics discussed include: diversity in the nonprofit sector, board's role in strategy formation, overhead costs, funding for capacity building, and scaling programs.
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--public relations; Nonprofit organizations--marketing; Nonprofit organizations--accountability; Nonprofit organizations--analysis
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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8. Connolly, Paul M. Deeper capacity building for greater impact : designing a long-term initiative to strengthen a set of nonprofit organizations. New York, NY: TCC Group. 2007. 28 p.
Abstract: This briefing paper explains how grantmakers can plan, implement, and evaluate long-term capacity building programs. The document covers key decisions that grantmakers must make when developing capacity-building initiatives, including the duration of the initiative, the funder's role, the types of assistance to provide, and others.
Subject File Number: 608
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--planning; Foundations--planning; Technical assistance
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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9. Kapucu, Naim; Augustin, Maria-Elena; Krause, Marla. "Capacity building for community-based small nonprofit minority health agencies in Central Florida". International Journal of Volunteer Administration vol. 24 (January 2007) p. 10-7.
Abstract: Discusses the strategies developed by the University of Central Florida Public Administration Department to build the capacity of small minority community-based organizations.
Subject/descriptor: Community-based organizations; Technical assistance; Minorities; Health; Nonprofit organizations--Florida
Location: New York
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10. Mandeville, John. "Public policy grant making : building organizational capacity among nonprofit grantees". Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly vol. 36 (June 2007) p. 282-98.
Abstract: Analyzes capacity-building grants made by public policy foundations, with an emphasis on three dimensions of capacity building: research and communications, resource development, and governance and management. Includes an examination of grantmaker investment in the overall capacity of grantees. With bibliographical references.
Subject/descriptor: Foundations--grantmaking--analysis; Foundations--public policy; Foundations--research; Foundations--statistics; Foundations--advocacy; Nonprofit organizations--advocacy; Nonprofit organizations--public policy; Technical assistance
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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11. Millesen, Judith L.; Bies, L. "Nonprofit capacity building : who is doing what for whom and to what end?". Journal for Nonprofit Management vol. 11 (2007) p. 18-27.
Abstract: A study examining the quality of the nonprofit capacity building industry. The research identifies capacity builders providing services to Pittsburgh area nonprofits, highlights the types of nonprofits seeking these services, and determines whether the activities were successful in creating organizational change.
Subject File Number: 608
Subject/descriptor: Technical assistance; Program evaluations; Nonprofit organizations--management; Nonprofit organizations--administration
Location: New York
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12. Nauffts, Mitchell F. (ed.) Philanthropy in the 21st century : the Foundation Center's 50th anniversary interviews. New York, NY: Foundation Center. 2007. vi, 223 p.
Abstract: A collection of fifteen interviews with leaders in the field of American philanthropy. The interviews were originally published in Philanthropy News Digest over the course of 2006 as part of the Foundation Center's 50th anniversary. The interviewees focus on the current state of philanthropy as well as future possibilities in the field. Topics include capacity building, accountability, and technological advancement. Indexed.
Call Number: 407 NAU
Subject/descriptor: Foundation Center; Philanthropy--analysis
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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13. Sobeck, Joanne; Agius, Elizabeth; Mayers, Vanessa N. "Supporting and sustaining grassroots youth organizations : the case of New Detroit". Voluntas vol. 18 (March 2007) p. 17-33.
Abstract: The case study explores challenges New Detroit faced as the grantmaker sought to implement capacity-building initiatives at grassroots organizations without disrupting community relationships.
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--case studies; Nonprofit organizations--management; Nonprofit organizations--Michigan; Technical assistance; Grassroots organizations
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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14. Backer, Thomas E.; Bleeg, Jane Ellen; Groves, Kathryn. Exploring foundation financial investments in nonprofit capacity building. Encino, CA: Human Interaction Research Institute. 2006. 18 p.
Abstract: The researchers provide statistics related to the nature and characteristics of foundation financial investments based on recent surveys. In addition to these facts, they offer recommendations for future actions. With bibliographical references.
Subject File Number: 418
Subject/descriptor: Foundations--grantmaking--analysis; Foundations--statistics; Technical assistance
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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15. Coltoff, Philip. The challenge of change : leadership strategies for not-for-profit executives and boards. New York, NY: Children's Aid Society. 2006. xxi, 125 p.
Abstract: A brief guide on how to lead nonprofit organizations. Addresses topics such as working with the board, strategic planning, accountability, volunteers, and capacity building. Coltoff emphasizes the importance of strong and secure leadership throughout the book. With bibliographical references.
Call Number: 602 COL CHA
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--administration; Nonprofit organizations--management--study and teaching; Board members
Location: New York
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16. Gleason, Sarah. Crossing borders, sharing journeys : effective capacity building with immigrant and refugee groups. Saint Paul, MN: Fieldstone Alliance. 2006. 88 p.
Abstract: The final report on the Nexus Project, a two-year study convened to enhance the knowledge of North American capacity builders working with immigrant- and refugee-led organizations (IRLOs). The study found seven factors that contribute to effective capacity building with IRLOs, including relevant experience, cultural competence, and a client-centered approach. Contains a chapter of case studies from each of the capacity builders involved in the project. With bibliographical references.
Call Number: 608 GLE
Subject/descriptor: Immigrants; Nonprofit organizations--management; Technical assistance; Nonprofit organizations--studies; Nonprofit organizations--case studies
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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17. Sanyal, Paromita. "Capacity building through partnership : intermediary nongovernmental organizations as local and global actors". Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly vol. 35 (March 2006) p. 66-82.
Abstract: The author studies the intermediary nongovernmental organization--a new type of NGO that creates connections between local and global initiatives. The case study involves PRIA, a civil society charity that was established in 1982 and is now headquartered in New Delhi. Upon analysis of this group, the author recommends an organizational structure. With bibliographical references.
Subject/descriptor: Nongovernmental organizations--research; Nonprofit organizations--case studies; Civil society; PRIA; International philanthropy--case studies
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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18. Tierney, Thomas J. "The leadership deficit". Stanford Social Innovation Review vol. 4 (Summer 2006) p. 26-35.
Abstract: Tierney explains why the shortage of nonprofit executives may worsen as the baby boom generation begins to retire and the number of nonprofits continues to grow. To address this problem, he believes the sector needs to invest in capacity building and leadership development, examine nonprofit compensation, and search for new talent pools.
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--administration; Nonprofit organizations--employment
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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19. Vernis, Alfred; Iglesias, Maria; Sanz, Beatriz; Saz-Carranza, Angel. Nonprofit organizations : challenges and collaboration. New York, NY: Palgrave Macmillan. 2006. ix, 172 p.
Abstract: Approaching the topic from a global perspective, the book provides the following chapters: Collaborations between Businesses and Nonprofits: Approaching Corporate Citizenship; Collaborations between Public Administrations and Nonprofits: Towards a Relational Society; Collaborations among Nonprofits: An Immediate Challenge; Competencies Required for Third-Sector Capacity Building; Accountability Elements in Nonprofits; Nonprofits' Governance Bodies and Governability; and The Human Team.
Call Number: 602 VER
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--analysis; Nonprofit organizations--collaboration; Corporations--social responsibility; Government and nonprofit sector; Nonprofit organizations--accountability; Nonprofit organizations--administration
Location: New York; DC
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20. Young, Dennis R. (ed.) Wise decision-making in uncertain times : using nonprofit resources effectively. New York, NY: Foundation Center. 2006. xi, 281 p.
Abstract: A follow-up to Young's 2004 publication "Effective Economic Decision-Making by Nonprofit Organizations," this new volume focuses on the challenges faced in the post-9/11 world. Demands on essential nonprofit services have escalated, while the bursting economic bubble of the 1990s and the government’s preoccupation with terrorism has reduced funding. Moving beyond the core principles set out in "Effective Economic Decision-Making"—pricing, compensation, investment, outsourcing, economic options, strategies, and policies—this new guide examines four topical issues: operating decisions, capacity building, foundation decision-making, and the nonprofit/business dynamic. With bibliographical references. Indexed.
Call Number: 620 YOU EFF WIS
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--economic aspects; Nonprofit organizations--administration; Nonprofit organizations--management; Nonprofit organizations--planning; Foundations--administration
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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