Resource Library
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At The Nonprofit Partnership, we know that great work doesn’t happen in isolation — it happens when nonprofit professionals have access to the right tools, guidance, and ideas at the right time. Our Resource Library is designed to support your day-to-day work, long-term planning, and everything in between.
Here, you’ll find a curated collection of resources across key areas of nonprofit operations — from fundraising and governance to marketing, leadership, and more. While a selection of resources is available to explore below, many of our most valuable tools, templates, and downloads are reserved for members inside the
Member Portal.
Explore by Topic
Fundraising
From first-time fundraising efforts to advanced donor strategies, our curated list of fundraising resources is designed to meet you where you are — and help you grow.
Featured Resource: Fundraising Academy
Looking to go deeper? Our Fundraising Academy is an online course that provides structured, hands-on learning to help you build sustainable fundraising strategies, strengthen donor relationships, and grow your confidence as a fundraiser. Learn more here.
Additional Resources
- The Ultimate Grant Writing Resources Collection, Instrumentl
- Grant Writing Classes, Instrumentl
- Small Games of Chance, PA Department of Revenue
- Registration Forms and Documents, PA Department of State Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations
- Free Fundraising Resources, Productive Fundraising with Chad Barger, CFRE
- Sample Cases for Ethics Education, Association of Fundraising Professionals
- Cycle of Fundraising, An exercise to reduce resistance by helping people move past the idea that fundraising equals asking for money. Excerpted from: "Train Your Board (and Everyone Else) to Raise Money.
- The Art of Closing the Fundraising Ask, Randy Hawthorne, Nonprofit Hub
- Major Gifts Fundraising: A Complete Guide for Nonprofits, Societ
- INFOGRAPHIC: Generational Giving, GoFundMePro
- Donor Segmentation: What Your Nonprofit Needs to Know, Nonprofit Easy
- Get the Visit, Nail the Ask! 10 Ways to Get the Visit, Rachel Muir
- A Guide to Donor Retention, Bloomerang
- Online Donation Investigation Rubric, Created by The Nonprofit Partnership for the "Online Donation Investigation" member-initiative which occurred May 2018 - May 2019.
- How to Set Up A Nonprofit Donation Page: 30+ Best Practices, Bloomerang
Governance
Strong governance is the foundation of every effective nonprofit. Our governance resources help boards and leadership teams operate with clarity, accountability, and confidence.
Featured Resource: Governance Academy
Take your board and leadership to the next level through our Governance Academy — designed to strengthen board performance, clarify roles, and ensure your organization is operating with strong, compliant practices.
Additional Resources
- Compliance Checklist, The Nonprofit Partnership
- Compliance Links for PA Nonprofits, The Nonprofit Partnership
- Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Template, Propel Nonprofits
- PANonprofitLaw.com Resources & Cheshire Law Group
- The Nonprofit Partnership's IRS Determination Letter - For example purposes.
- Fact Sheet on Board Minutes, Nonprofit Risk Management Center
- Executive Director Evaluation Form, Blue Avocado
- Sample Bylaws
- Sample Bylaws - Without Members
- Nonprofit Hiring Toolkit, The Bridgespan Group
- Sample Job Descriptions for Members of Boards of Directors, Free Management Library
- How to Run a Board Meeting, Guide created by Board Effect
- How to write Mission & Vision Statements (free AI tool), Megan Anhalt, Whole Whale
Leadership & Management
Effective leadership and strong internal operations are essential to building resilient, high-performing nonprofits. Our resources support everything from team development and strategic planning to financial management and organizational culture.
Featured Resource: NPP Job Board
Looking to build your team or take the next step in your nonprofit career? The NPP Job Board connects organizations with talent and provides flexible posting options for full-time, part-time, and contract roles. Learn more here.
Additional Resources
- How to Conduct A Chief Executive Performance Assessment in 10 Steps, BoardSource
- Sample Nonprofit Executive Director Position Description, The Moran Company
- Shaping the Future of Your Organization: A Strategic Planning Guide for Nonprofit Leaders, BoardSource
- Merger and Alliance Toolkit, La Piana Consulting
- Mergers, collaborations, and strategic alliances, Council of Nonprofits
- ServErie
- Sample Volunteer Coordinator Job Descriptions, Society for Human Resource Management, HR Council (Canada), JobHero
- The Value of Volunteer Time, Independent Sector
- Volunteer Feedback Form, Nonprofit Hub
- Core Areas of Nonprofit Finance, Self Assessment Worksheet - Nonprofit Finance Fund
- Business Planning for Nonprofits, National Council of Nonprofits
- Fiscal Sponsorship for Nonprofits, National Council of Nonprofits
- Budgeting: A 10-Step Checklist, Propel Nonprofits
Marketing & Communications
Clear, compelling communication is key to advancing your mission. Our marketing and communications resources help nonprofits strengthen their messaging, elevate their brand, and connect more effectively with their audiences.
Featured Resource: Canva Catchall
Need help bringing your ideas to life? Our Canva Catchall sessions offer hands-on support to help you design social media graphics, flyers, and more — so you can create polished, professional materials with confidence. Learn more here.
Additional Resources
- Canva for Nonprofits
- Design Basics for Nonprofits, ebook created by Ellen Kehl, former Associate Director of The Nonprofit Partnership. Update: May 2019.
- Nonprofit Sample Employee Social Media Policy Template, Bloomerang
- 7 Keys to an Effective Social Media Ambassador Program, Nonprofit Tech For Good
- Nonprofit Toolkit, Firespring
- Nonprofit Tech for Good
- Top Social Media Management Tools for Nonprofits to Simplify Multi-Account Management, Whole Whale
- Building an Effective Nonprofit Public Relations Strategy, LSU Online
- Communicating During a Crisis, Nonprofit Risk Management Center
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Building a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization requires intention, reflection, and action. Our DEI resources help nonprofits assess where they are, identify opportunities for growth, and take meaningful steps forward.
Featured Resource: Organizational Diversity Census Workbook
Gain a clearer picture of your organization with this interactive workbook—designed to help you collect, visualize, and understand your internal demographics while comparing them to the community and national data. Download here.
Additional Resources
- The Nonprofit Partnership's DEI Pledge
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Policy Template, Bloomerang
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Nonprofit Bylaws, NEO Law Group
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity, BoardSource Resource Library
- Why diversity, equity, and inclusion matter for nonprofits, National Council of Nonprofits
Can't find something? Please don't hesitate to reach out to us via the Nonprofit Help Desk with any questions!
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What Our Client Say
The Nonprofit Partnership is the premier resource for nonprofits in our area. Their staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and accessible. The online resources & educational sessions are informative and provide help conveniently. Whether you're starting out in the nonprofit sector, or have been working for decades, the NPP helps keep you up to date & relevant.
LEEANN KRAHE, CTRS
Director of Activities & Volunteer Services
Pleasant Ridge Manor & The Friends Forever Volunteers
With so many non-profits in Erie County, it is great to have resources and collaboration available through the Erie Non-Profit Partnership. I have attended several of the Nonprofit Partnership Day Seminars and I look forward to the content each year. With changes in policy and technology trends, it is also nice to have access to learning opportunities throughout the year. It is really nice to have a centralized organization to assist with our varying needs. Thank you!
MAUREEN RIZZO
Director of Development – Brevillier Village
Each of the (many) trainings that I have attended through The Nonprofit Partnership over the past… years has provided a valuable resource for professional development opportunity for staff and Board Members to the overall benefit of our organization [the Foundation for Sustainable Forests]. NPP trainings are focused, relevant and on-point for the needs of a small non-profit organization such as ours.
ANNIE SOCCI, PhD
Executive Director – The Foundation for Sustainable Forests
What Our Client Say
The Nonprofit Partnership is the premier resource for nonprofits in our area. Their staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and accessible. The online resources & educational sessions are informative and provide help conveniently. Whether you're starting out in the nonprofit sector, or have been working for decades, the NPP helps keep you up to date & relevant.
LEEANN KRAHE, CTRS
Director of Activities & Volunteer Services
Pleasant Ridge Manor & The Friends Forever Volunteers
With so many non-profits in Erie County, it is great to have resources and collaboration available through the Erie Non-Profit Partnership. I have attended several of the Nonprofit Partnership Day Seminars and I look forward to the content each year. With changes in policy and technology trends, it is also nice to have access to learning opportunities throughout the year. It is really nice to have a centralized organization to assist with our varying needs. Thank you!
MAUREEN RIZZO
Director of Development – Brevillier Village
Each of the (many) trainings that I have attended through The Nonprofit Partnership over the past… years has provided a valuable resource for professional development opportunity for staff and Board Members to the overall benefit of our organization [the Foundation for Sustainable Forests]. NPP trainings are focused, relevant and on-point for the needs of a small non-profit organization such as ours.
ANNIE SOCCI, PhD
Executive Director – The Foundation for Sustainable Forests