⚖️ Legal, Tax & Regulatory
IRS Charities & Nonprofits Hub
The federal source of truth for exempt organizations: look up any nonprofit's exempt status with Tax Exempt Organization Search, and find official guidance and tools for filing Form 990.
Pro Bono Legal & Tax Assistance Directory (via Candid)
A locator for free and low-cost legal and tax help for nonprofits, pointing to regional pro bono partnerships and legal clinics across the country.
🔍 Nonprofit Data & Funding Research
Candid (GuideStar + Foundation Directory)
Research nonprofits, funders, and grants in one place: 1.9 million organization profiles and grant data covering billions of dollars in annual funding. Free to register, with paid tiers for deeper access.
Grants.gov
The official U.S. government portal for federal grant opportunities across 25-plus agencies. Create a free account, filter by eligibility and category, and set alerts for new funding that matches your mission.
Earn a Candid Seal of Transparency (our guide)
Our own step-by-step guide to claiming your Candid profile (formerly GuideStar) and working up the Seal of Transparency from Bronze to Platinum, plus how your apps help you get there. We encourage every organization to earn one.
🧭 Governance & Board Training
BoardSource
The leading authority on nonprofit board governance: training, diagnostics, a library of free governance resources, and the well-known Handbook of Nonprofit Governance.
National Council of Nonprofits
The largest network of nonprofits in the country, connecting over 32,000 organizations through state and regional associations. Use their directory to find your own state's nonprofit association.
🛡️ Insurance
Nonprofits Insurance Alliance (NIA)
A nonprofit itself, insuring over 25,000 other 501(c)(3)s nationwide with coverage built specifically for nonprofit operations: general liability, D&O, volunteer accident, and more, at fair, stable pricing.
💻 Technology & Discounts
TechSoup
Donated and deeply discounted software and hardware for eligible 501(c)(3)s and libraries, from major vendors. Free to join; eligibility and pricing tier are based on your organization's budget.
MailerLite Nonprofit Discount
MailerLite, the email marketing tool that connects directly to this platform's Communications features, gives verified nonprofits 30 percent off every paid plan. Apply through their support with proof of your status, such as your IRS determination letter.
Robly Email Marketing
An email marketing platform that is free for verified nonprofits, religious organizations, and community groups (a card is required for verification only). A solid no-cost option if you only need standalone email; it does not connect to this platform the way MailerLite does.
🎓 Fundraising Education & Certification
Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)
The professional home for fundraisers: local chapters, a code of ethics and Donor Bill of Rights, and the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential for career development.
📰 Sector News, Policy & Talent
Chronicle of Philanthropy
The leading news source for the philanthropic and nonprofit world, now itself an independent nonprofit, covering trends, leadership, and the sector's biggest stories.
Nonprofit Quarterly (NPQ)
In-depth analysis and commentary on nonprofit leadership, civil society, and social justice, with a free newsletter covering the issues shaping the sector.
Independent Sector
A national coalition of nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs advocating on policy issues that affect the entire charitable sector, from tax law to civic infrastructure.
Idealist.org
The largest board for social-impact jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities, with over 200,000 nonprofits and community groups posting. Free to browse, and free for organizations to post volunteer listings.