How likely is it that in the next 2-3 years cloud computing (using for example google chrome OS with web apps running off thin clients) will be the norm and how should a non-profit organization with high tech needs (healthcare) but limited tech resources begin to position itself for the changes this might entail?
posted by dougiedd on Nov 19, 2009 - 17 answers

what's the best way to get a web site built for a non-profit? [more inside]
posted by canine epigram on Nov 12, 2009 - 16 answers

How can I make my non-profit's printing more green? [more inside]
posted by melissam on Aug 27, 2009 - 6 answers

I am working with several other people to seek sponsorship for a non-profit event. There is a fairly simple but lengthy series of actions that needs to be completed to track each unique sponsor. We've thought about having a binder with a printed page showing tasks for each sponsor, but it would be preferable if there was an online solution any of us can access for checking off and date-stamping completed tasks, with a place to add notes. [more inside]
posted by Scram on Aug 26, 2009 - 4 answers

How do I approach a foundation to inquire about a grant? [more inside]
posted by tessalations999 on Jul 26, 2009 - 4 answers

What happens to a non-profit's cash on hand if they dissolve? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 18, 2008 - 9 answers

GreeningGrantFilter: I'm a volunteer at a soup kitchen who recently got asked to look for sources of funding for a "green" initiative. I have lots of experience chopping vegetables and coming up with ideas in the past, but on this issue of financing....none at all. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 7, 2008 - 2 answers

What are the most important social justice issues in the world today (such as AIDS, poverty, clean water, human trafficking, slavery, etc.) and what is one organization that is working in that field to make a difference? [more inside]
posted by roaring beast on Sep 10, 2008 - 15 answers

Can my New York State 501c3 non-profit buy something in New Jersey and avoid paying NJ sales tax? [more inside]
posted by slagerst on Aug 25, 2008 - 1 answer

Where can a theater company get legal and tax advice in NYC? [more inside]
posted by crookedneighbor on Aug 23, 2008 - 5 answers

Looking for a IT consultant for a largish-church in NYC - please help? [more inside]
posted by allkindsoftime on May 23, 2008 - 5 answers

Looking for your experiences with open-source accounting software. I am helping co-found a non-profit organization and need software that is free (if possible), easy to use for non-accountants, and preferably open-source. Someone recommended OSAS (Open Systems Accounting Software) and gnucash. Has anyone used these or any other programs they would recommend or not recommend?
posted by franklen on Apr 22, 2008 - 3 answers

I think I'd like to make a career in the management side of (preferably non-profit) theater. How should I go about doing that? [more inside]
posted by ictow on Apr 14, 2008 - 3 answers

I have been asked to put together a package to find publishing companies to sponsor some work of a non-profit - also called corporate underwriting. It's not publicists I want, I think I need marketing departments. I have a few questions on how to do this... [more inside]
posted by parmanparman on Apr 9, 2008 - 1 answer

So, how do you hire a big-name band to do a private event? [more inside]
posted by Weebot on Dec 5, 2007 - 15 answers

Would it be in my tiny alt-monthly print newspaper's interest to become a non-profit? Our print run is under 5000 but our content is increasingly amazing. A small publishing group in my community is dissolving and offering to turn their non-profit status over to us but few of our members can even begin to grasp what this would mean. We are located in Chicago (Pilsen), and have been growing in contribution/readership, but have failed to make a dime. This is not by any means a money making venture. Our members have been infighting about what non-profit status would mean in terms of available grants. [more inside]
posted by macrowave on Nov 13, 2007 - 7 answers

Looking for inexpensive ways to advertise for a nonprofit [more inside]
posted by mrflibble on Sep 18, 2007 - 15 answers

Could someone recommend options for very cheap website design for a Non-Profit/NGO? [more inside]
posted by sk381 on Aug 28, 2007 - 6 answers

An individual looking to buy a multi-family home to create a low rent situation for several artists. Is there a benefit to becoming a non-profit? Is there money to help support this venture that I should be chasing after? [more inside]
posted by mrgreyisyelling on Jun 27, 2007 - 6 answers

I'm helping a long-time friend who has recently taken the helm at a small non-profit and needs some web design work done. I've come across a number of web sites that connect designers with non-profits over the last few years... but can only remember Guru.com. I'd like to recommend a service to her, but I'm coming-up short. Does anyone here have experience with a firm like/better than Guru? Guru may end-up being our final choice, but I can't imagine they're the only players in the field.
posted by silusGROK on Jun 13, 2007 - 8 answers

Where can I find or find out about PR and marketing help for non-profits in the Washington, DC metro area? [more inside]
posted by parmanparman on May 14, 2007 - 4 answers

We have a small 501c3 charity and someone is offended at our name because they worry it's too close to theirs and wants us to change it. Help us find an alternative. Any and all suggestions welcome. (Story inside) [more inside]
posted by damiano99 on May 6, 2007 - 23 answers

What is the best software to use for managing the membership of a non-profit organization? [more inside]
posted by stefnet on Oct 5, 2006 - 7 answers

Can anyone recommend a good Drupal page designer for a small non-profit? [more inside]
posted by parmanparman on Sep 19, 2006 - 7 answers

How can I perfect my gtd system as a college student with a very specific set of tasks? [more inside]
posted by Ash3000 on Sep 18, 2006 - 8 answers

Can anyone recommend a book, group and/or person who can help us and give tips about developing a website in Drupal? [more inside]
posted by parmanparman on Jul 17, 2006 - 10 answers

Where would I find help developing social-networking software for non-profit that might have other applications outside the non-profit industry. [more inside]
posted by IndigoSkye on Jun 14, 2006 - 3 answers

Things to know about starting a technology based non-profit catering to other non-profits, individuals and struggling small businesses in Ontario, Canada [more inside]
posted by saraswati on Feb 27, 2006 - 6 answers

Which job should I pick? [more inside]
posted by Jaybo on Sep 25, 2005 - 15 answers

Geeks want to help too. Not to duplicate other posts or anything, but more generally speaking, both in disasters and not, what are ways techie geeks can make a difference? I've heard HAM operators are helping out where they can. But i havn't heard anything else. Ideas? More on the year-round type, i've looked at GeekCorps but being younger than their target market i don't have the time or means to litterally take off and volunteer for extended amounts of time. Have you used your skillz for anything good?
posted by joshgray on Aug 31, 2005 - 6 answers

IANAL, so I need your help. At what point does a small activity group with some money in the bank need to worry about attracting IRS attention? [more inside]
posted by Mom on Jul 25, 2005 - 3 answers

My wife is on the board of a non-profit organization. We live in a retirement community that has all kinds of fundraisers,plays, fun runs etc. We need ideas for an annual fundraising campaign that is different, will grab new attention and attract substantial local donations annually.
posted by pablogrande on Mar 21, 2005 - 20 answers

Does anyone have experience with non-profit liability insurance policies? We're looking at a general liability policy for our small non-profit, plus liability coverage for individual board members.
posted by F Mackenzie on Jan 19, 2005 - 5 answers

My parents recently started a drug-rehab-type non-profit, they're looking for money making ventures that could help them become self-sufficient. Things my father mentioned to me are things like pallet building, assembly line-repackaging, he's asked me to help him investigate options. The signal-to-noise ratio on Google for these types of things is very high.... can anyone help me, either by suggesting things they've done, or people they know have done, or helping me with google terms that could help me find these types of ventures.
posted by TuxHeDoh on Nov 14, 2004 - 5 answers

Has anyone had any experience donating a car to a non-profit organization? I'm thinking of doing it to get the tax deduction rather than trying to sell it. I found a good site here which tells me how to do it. I'm more interested in stories from the tax side, is it easy?
posted by jeremias on Feb 26, 2004 - 9 answers