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1.   Bach, Claudia. "Graceful exit : thoughts on end-of-life issues for arts organizations". Grantmakers in the Arts Reader vol. 20 (Fall 2009) p. 11-16.

Abstract: Discusses several topics related to the closing of arts organizations, noting the ways foundations can help groups deal with end-of-life issues. Sidebars explain the logistical considerations for organizations and list resources for more information.

Subject File Number: 945
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Arts--economic aspects;  Arts--management
Location: New York

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2.   Bruder, Lee. "Nonprofit dissolution : what to do when closing the doors". Nonprofit Quarterly vol. 16 (Spring 2009) p. 74-8.

Abstract: The author provides guidance on the best ways of closing down a nonprofit organization. Discusses strategic goals, the distribution of charitable assets, and more.

Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--management;  Nonprofit organizations--planning
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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3.   Facts about terminating or merging your exempt organization. Internal Revenue Service. 2009. 4 p.

Abstract: Presents steps that private foundations and other nonprofit organizations must take when merging or ceasing operations.

Subject/descriptor: Foundations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--government regulations;  Nonprofit organizations--mergers;  Internal Revenue Service
Location: Internet

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4.   Hopkins, Bruce R. Starting and managing a nonprofit organization : a legal guide. 5th ed. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons. 2009. xiii, 346 p.

Abstract: The book is an exploration of the fundamental laws affecting the operation of nonprofit organizations. Hopkins examines virtually all aspects of starting and operating a nonprofit group, including reporting revenue, tax exemption, regulation of fundraising, compensating the nonprofit employee, lobbying, and successful techniques for using for-profit subsidiaries, partnerships, and planned giving. Throughout the book, the fictional "Campaign to Clean Up America" serves to illustrate salient points. The final section examines challenges that nonprofits will face over the coming decades. Includes a glossary of important legal terms and an index.

Call Number: 945 HOP
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--law and legislation--United States;  Nonprofit organizations--government regulations;  Laws regulating philanthropy--(1990-1999);  Taxation;  Unrelated business income tax
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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5.   Hung, Priscilla. "Time to merge? Fundraising and financial implications". Grassroots Fundraising Journal vol. 28 (January-February 2009) p. 4-7.

Abstract: Hung elaborates on seven lessons that were learned in negotiating the merger, over two years, of the GIFT organization with Grassroots Fundraising Journal.

Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--mergers;  Laws regulating philanthropy--(2000-2009);  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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6.   Kirschten, Barbara L. Nonprofit corporation forms handbook. 2009 ed. Thomson/West. 2009. xv, 1596 p.

Abstract: Covers registration and reporting requirements for Internal Revenue Service (IRS) designated tax-exempt organizations. Provides sample document forms to illustrate incorporation and operation of nonprofits under the jurisdictions of California, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia. Offers guidelines for applying for IRS 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) exempt status.

Call Number: 945 KIR 2009
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--law and legislation;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--government regulations;  State laws regulating charitable solicitation;  State laws regulating philanthropy;  Tax exemption--procedures;  Laws regulating philanthropy
Location: New York;  DC;  San Francisco

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7.   Mancuso, Anthony. How to form a nonprofit corporation. 9th ed. Berkeley, CA: Nolo Press. 2009. 368 p.

Abstract: Written by an attorney, this is a practical step-by-step guide to forming a nonprofit organization that meets the requirements for a federal corporate income tax exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. In order to qualify for this status, nonprofits must be organized for religious, charitable, educational, scientific or literary purposes. Appendix provides the following information for each state: articles of incorporation, bylaws, and the legal citation for nonprofit corporation law. Includes index.

Call Number: 945 MAN 2009
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--government regulations;  Nonprofit organizations--law and legislation;  Laws regulating philanthropy
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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8.   Wilhelm, Ian. "Some small groups fail in recession". Chronicle of Philanthropy vol. 21 (17 September 2009) p. 1, 10-1.

Abstract: Discusses the conditions that have forced some charities to close down as a result of the recession.

Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--economic aspects;  Economic conditions
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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9.   Wollebaek, Dag. "Survival in local voluntary organizations". Nonprofit Management & Leadership vol. 19 (Spring 2009) p. 267-84.

Abstract: Uses existing literature and statistics on deterministic and voluntaristic perspectives of organizational survival to analyze why some groups succeed while others fail. Notes some of the factors that can promote survival, such as a well-selected board of directors and strong ties to the community.

Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--statistics;  Nonprofit organizations--studies
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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10.   Fernandez, Juan J. "Causes of dissolution among Spanish nonprofit associations". Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly vol. 37 (March 2008) p. 113-37.

Abstract: Explores why nonprofits dissolve by examining the histories of 41 closed organizations in Spain. The data identifies mission completion and the lack of resources as key factors. The authors also examined other issues, including organization age and size, and "sociopolitical legitimacy."

Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--administration;  Nonprofit organizations--analysis;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--research;  Nonprofit organizations--studies
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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11.   Grobman, Gary M. The nonprofit handbook : everything you need to know to start and run your nonprofit organization. 5th ed. Harrisburg, PA: White Hat Communications. 2008. 518 p.

Abstract: The legal guidebook for establishing nonprofit organizations is divided into two parts, one for practitioners and another shorter section for students of the nonprofit sector. Topics covered in Part 1 include incorporation, bylaws, board of directors, mission and vision statements, tax-exemption, ethics, risk management, personnel issues, fundraising, lobbying, communications and use of the Internet, and other miscellaneous administrative issues. Part 2 provides general information on the nonprofit sector with chapters covering history and theory. Includes sample bylaws. With bibliographical references and index.

Call Number: 944 GRO
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--law and legislation--United States;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--management;  Nonprofit organizations--administration
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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12.   Island, Janice;  Spears, Rachel. Myths and realities of starting and running a nonprofit [video recording]. Atlanta, GA: Foundation Center--Atlanta. 2008. 1:21:46 minutes.

Abstract: A panel of nonprofit executive directors and attorneys explain what it's like to run a start-up nonprofit.

Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--management;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--administration
Location: Internet

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13.   Jones, Tommie R. Comprehensive action steps to developing a non profit organization. Fairburn, GA: SEED Group. 2008. 86 p.

Call Number: 600 JON
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--management
Location: Atlanta

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14.   Kaplan, Janice L. The Survivors' Fund : final report to the community. Washington, DC: Community Foundation for the National Capital Region. 2008. 15 p.

Abstract: The Survivors' Fund, an organization devoted to aiding victims and families affected by the September 11, 2001 attack on the Pentagon, discusses its work from the group's inception up until its closing on March 31, 2008. Summarizes key findings from an evaluation of the nonprofit's effectiveness and impact, in order to share a system that others can use in the fields of philanthropy, social work, and emergency preparedness.

Subject File Number: 245
Subject/descriptor: September 11 terrorist attacks, 2001;  Emergency funding;  Nonprofit organizations--institutional histories;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland

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15.   Kersten Wills, Denise. "The battle on the home front". Chronicle of Philanthropy vol. 20 (20 March 2008) p. 6, 10, 12.

Abstract: Since the start of the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, there has been a rapid proliferation in the number of grassroots groups helping the troops and their families, many boasting considerable fundraising success. Many newer groups claim that they are able to respond to emergencies quickly and adapt to changing needs because they have less bureaucracy than the larger charities. Meanwhile, some suggest that the large number of these small charities may reduce efficiency, due to the redundancy of numerous groups doing the same work.

Subject/descriptor: Iraq War;  Veterans;  Grassroots organizations;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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16.   McLaughin, Thomas;  Nelson Backlund, Addie. Moving beyond founder's syndrome to nonprofit success. Washington, DC: BoardSource. 2008. 56 p.

Abstract: A guide to the characteristics, leadership strategies, and challenges of nonprofit founders during all stages of their organization's existence. The book explores the way in which founders' greatest strengths and advantages can also hinder their nonprofit's growth, and offers advice on how to avoid these pitfalls in order to advance the best interests of the organization and its mission. Includes case studies and resource list.

Call Number: 604 MCL
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--management;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--administration;  Nonprofit organizations--case studies
Location: New York;  DC;  Cleveland;  San Francisco;  Atlanta

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17.   Sollenberger, Henry. "Got bylaws?". Nonprofit World vol. 26 (July-August 2008) p. 26-7.

Abstract: Advice for nonprofit leaders on managing internal conflicts through the aid of well-constructed bylaws. Includes tips on drafting a set of bylaws, and reviewing those laws as the organization matures.

Subject File Number: 945
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--administration;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  Nonprofit organizations--management
Location: New York

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18.   Theisen, Terri. Nonprofit business plan development : from vision, mission and values to implementation. Atlanta, GA: Healthcare Georgia Foundation. 2008. 20 p.

Abstract: Describes steps for nonprofit planning, with sections that cover organizational assessment, vision and mission statements, goal-setting, and plan implementation.

Subject File Number: 660
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--planning;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination
Location: Atlanta

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19.   Bell, Mimi. "How marketing savvy can help a start-up succeed". Nonprofit World vol. 25 (January-February 2007) p. 24-5.

Subject File Number: 660
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--marketing;  Nonprofit organizations--planning;  Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination
Location: New York

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20.   Cuomo, Andrew M. Procedures for forming and changing not-for-profit corporations in New York State. New York, NY: New York State. Office of the Attorney General, Charities Bureau. 2007. 16 p.

Abstract: How to incorporate and register a not-for-profit corporation, amend its certificate of incorporation, and apply for authority to conduct activities in New York State. Includes sample certificates.

Subject File Number: 945
Subject/descriptor: Nonprofit organizations--establishment and termination;  State laws regulating philanthropy;  Nonprofit organizations--New York
Location: New York

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