Book 1

An invaluable guide to the outcome-based tools needed to help nonprofit organizations increase their effectiveness The Nonprofit Outcomes Toolbox identifies stages in the use of outcomes and shows you how to use specific facets of existing outcome models to improve performance and achieve meaningful results. Going beyond the familiar limits of the sector, this volume also illustrates how tools and approaches long in use in the corporate sector can be of great analytical and practical use to nonprofit, philanthropic, and governmental organizations . An outstanding resource for organizational and program leaders interested in improving performance, there is nothing else like this work currently available.
* Shows how to identify and set meaningful, sustainable outcomes * Illustrates how to track and manage with outcomes * Offers guidance in assessing capacity, and using outcome-based communications * Features a companion Web site with the tools found in this book Providing the tools and explanations needed to achieve program success, this book is a complete resource for the nonprofit, governmental, or philanthropic professional striving for greater effectiveness in programs or organizations.

Charity That Counts

by Ken Berger and Robert M Penna

Published 29 April 2016
A guide to intelligent, informed giving from America's most trusted charity evaluator

Americans are the most charitable people on Earth; in 2014 American individuals and households gave an estimated $358.38 billion. However, many Americans never truly know the impact or effectiveness of their donations.

Donors need to be aware of scams and con artists, and they should also be able to discern countless well-intentioned but badly-run organizations that waste hard-earned contributions. It's up to you as the donor to use your heart and your head before you give. Charity Navigator, America's most trusted charity evaluator, provides easy to use guidance for everyone, from the occasional donor to the committed investor. This book will simplify the research process so that you can have confidence in your charitable gifts. In this book you will learn:

  • How the non-profit sector works
  • How to find the best charities
  • Where to give and where not to give
  • What to ask before you give
  • How to find information on a specific charity
  • How to see through emotional appeals and make well thought-out decisions

Packed with concrete tools and tips for charitable giving, including specific guidance on how to use the Charity Navigator website, this book empowers you to make the most of your charitable spirit and generosity.