Nonprofit Organizations & Charities

What if you could combine the agility, adaptability, and cohesion of a small team with the power and resources of a giant organization?When General Stanley McChrystal took command of the Joint Special Operations Task Force in Iraq in 2003, he quickly...

"David Stroh has produced an elegant and cogent guide to what works. Research with early learners is showing that children are natural systems thinkers. This book will help to resuscitate these intuitive capabilities and strengthen them in the fire of...

Nonprofit leadership is hard. Most new nonprofit leaders are ill-prepared for the challenges they will face. And many experienced ones struggle to ensure their organisations deliver the change they are committed to. Looking for guidance, many turn to...

Philanthropy is both timeless and timely. Ancient Romans, Medieval aristocrats, and Victorian industrialists engaged in philanthropy, as do modern-day Chinese billionaires, South African activists, and Brazilian nuns. Today, philanthropic practice is...

The greatest myth of leadership is that you must be in charge in order to lead.Great leaders aren't paralyzed by not being in a position of recognized authority. Great leaders lead with or without that authority and learn to unleash their positive...

Impact investment, the support of social and environmental projects with a financial return, has become a hot topic in the world's philanthropy and development circles, and is growing exponentially: in the next decade, it is poised to eclipse traditional...

The Fundraising Reader draws together essential literature establishing a one-stop body of knowledge that explains what fundraising is, and covers key concepts, principles and debates. The book shines a light on the experience of being a fundraiser and...

As understanding and awareness of abuse has grown, many revelations of church leaders abusing their power have come to light. How did the church get here? Is there a way we can address both individual and institutional failings to counter the misuse of...

If you're a fundraiser or social entrepreneur keen to secure large gift for any kind of social cause you need to be able to ask the right people for the right money in the right way. But how do you do that?In this ground-breaking book, global experts...

An insider's guide to the coming philanthropic revolution Meet the next generation of big donors-the Gen X and Millennial philanthropists who will be the most significant donors ever and will shape our world in profound ways. Hear them describe their...

A moving memoir from a woman who made a fortune in a man's world and then gave it all away...soon to be turned into a filmIn 1962, Stephanie 'Steve' Shirley created a software company when the concept of software barely existed. Freelance Programmers...

Go from being a good manager to an extraordinary leader. If you read nothing else on leadership, read these 10 articles (featuring "What Makes an Effective Executive," by Peter F. Drucker). We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review...

Discover the best of The Peak District with this compact, practical, entertaining Pocket Rough Guide with a free eBook. This slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for travellers on short trips, and covers all the key sights...

With unparalleled access to some of the world's most reflective and thoughtful philanthropists, this book explores the philanthropic journeys of 48 high net worth individuals (HNWIs) and ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNWIs) to uncover the person...

The charity sector survives and thrives thanks to people like you - people who volunteer as trustees for the benefit of others. The responsibility of trusteeship, and the volume of legal information on what you should and should not do, however, can be...

WINNER: Independent Press Award 2022 - Career Are you avoiding an uncomfortable conversation at work? If you're an executive or a team leader, strengthening your organization's ability to have difficult conversations is necessary and worth the...

Community Fundraising is one of the oldest and most common forms of fundraising. Resilient in recessions and appealing to broad demographics, there is increased interest in the range of peer-to-peer and participatory fundraising activities that can...

Why getting results should be every nonprofit manager's first priority A nonprofit manager's fundamental job is to get results, sustained over time, rather than boost morale or promote staff development. This is a shift from the tenor of many management...

The third read-in-one-sitting mystery from the author of unforgettable bestseller The Goldfish Boy. Maxwell is always in trouble. He's a total menace to his teachers and big sister, but has a soft side, too:...

Running a charity is a unique and exciting challenge. All you need is drive, passion - and this book.Teach Yourself: Running a Charity is the complete practical guide for anyone who is involved with setting up or running a charity. So whether you are a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780993291906Author Rob WoodsFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint Woods Training LtdPublisher Woods Training Ltd

Harry Redknapp is a well known and highly respected face in the world of football. But it wasn't until his stint in the I'm A Celebrity Jungle in 2018 that he was propelled into a whole new audience along with his loyal wife of 55 years, Sandra. ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781800991415Author Huw AaronFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Y LolfaPublisher Y Lolfa

Nonprofits and the social sectors are taking on an increasing share of the world's most vital work. Make sure your organization is ready for the challenge.If you read nothing else on nonprofits and the social sectors, read these 10 articles. We've combed...

A celebration of friendship from 11-year-old Pride of Britain winners, Hughie and Freddie. Hughie Higginson and Freddie Xavi tell us why friends are so special, and show us what we can all do to be a brilliant...

Just because arts organisations are non-profits doesn't mean they shouldn't make money; it means the money they make goes back to fund the mission - whether that's music, visual arts, theatre, dance, or one of many other mediums that enrich our lives. ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781949513110Author Divya ParekhFormat PaperbackPage Count 216Imprint DP Group LLCPublisher DP Group LLCWeight(grams) 322gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 12mm

A pragmatic framework for nonprofit digital transformation that embraces the human-centered nature of your organization The Smart Nonprofit turns the page on an era of frantic busyness and scarcity mindsets to one in which nonprofit organizations have...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781801054928Author Oakley GrahamPage Count 16Imprint Imagine That Publishing LtdPublisher Imagine That Publishing LtdDimensions(mm) 222mm * 152mm * 19mm

Use design to transform your ideas into powerful visuals that connect with the right audience, define your brand, or take your project to the next level.Students, entrepreneurs, community groups, social media influencers, bloggers or campaigners: this...

Follow the mission and the money, even when it takes you online Fundraising For Dummies is your guiding light and saving grace as you prepare and implement a fundraising plan. This updated edition will help you succeed at fundraising in the age of social...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781736249307Author Tony RossellFormat PaperbackPage Count 138Imprint Tony RossellPublisher Tony RossellWeight(grams) 195gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 8mm

Accelerate your real-world, social impact by driving systemic policy changes As Co-Founder of Global Citizen—an international education and advocacy organization with the mission to end extreme poverty worldwide—Michael Sheldrick has worked with...

A practical guide to effective grant writing for researchers at all stages of their academic careersGrant funding can be a major determinant of promotion and tenure at colleges and universities, yet many scholars receive no training in the crucial skill...

Whatever the desires of your heart, Change Your World will guide you through the entire process to take action and start making an impact today right where you are.You can bring about positive, lasting change in the world and you don't have to be rich...

"Insanely creepy, wildly entertaining and razor-sharp" Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl "I loved [Good Neighbours] so much, every word, every page, every painful surprise. I've been screaming the title to all who will listen." - Sarah Jessica...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781527221048Author Lisa RodriguesFormat PaperbackPage Count 244Imprint Laughton PressPublisher Laughton Press

Since the early 1990s, public sector organisations have been overwhelmed with what has come to be termed New Public Management (NPM) methods. NPM idealises performance, metrics, transparency and marketisation. This book explores some of the tensions...

If you are a fundraiser or someone who needs to raise money for your organisation or scheme, you cannot be without this book. Never out of print since it was published in 1992, the book has more than earned its place on your fundraising department's...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780692701492Author Nina SimonFormat PaperbackPage Count 196Imprint Museum 2.0Publisher Museum 2.0