This extensive list provides a range of free resources to support nonprofit organizations across various areas.
- Fundraising and Grant Opportunities:
- Foundation Directory Online: A comprehensive database of grantmakers and grants.
- GrantSpace: Offers webinars, tutorials, and resources on grant-seeking and fundraising.
- Google for Nonprofits: Provides access to Google Ad Grants, Google Workspace, and other tools for nonprofits.
- NonprofitReady: Offers free online courses on fundraising, grant writing, and nonprofit management.
- DonorSearch: Provides free resources for prospect research and donor identification.
- Nonprofit Management and Governance:
- BoardSource: Offers free tools and resources on board governance and leadership.
- Nonprofit Risk Management Center: Provides free guides and tools for managing risks and liabilities.
- National Council of Nonprofits: Offers a wide range of resources on nonprofit management and advocacy.
- Blue Avocado: An online magazine with free articles and resources on nonprofit leadership and management.
- VolunteerMatch: Connects nonprofits with volunteers and offers free resources on volunteer management.
- Marketing and Communication:
- Canva: A free graphic design tool for creating marketing materials and social media graphics.
- Mailchimp: Provides a free email marketing platform for nonprofits with up to 2,000 subscribers.
- Hootsuite: Offers a free social media management tool for scheduling and monitoring social media posts.
- Google Analytics: Provides free website analytics to track website traffic and visitor behavior.
- Buffer: A free social media scheduling tool for managing multiple social media accounts.
- Technology and Productivity:
- TechSoup: Provides discounted and donated software, hardware, and services to nonprofits.
- Google for Nonprofits: Offers access to Google Workspace tools like Gmail, Drive, and Calendar.
- Trello: A free project management tool for organizing tasks and collaborating with team members.
- Slack: Offers a free communication platform for team collaboration and messaging.
- Zoom: Provides free video conferencing for meetings and webinars.
- Learning and Capacity Building:
- Coursera for Nonprofits: Provides access to free and discounted online courses from top universities.
- Khan Academy: Offers free educational resources and courses on various subjects.
- edX for Nonprofits: Provides access to free online courses from leading universities.
- Nonprofit Tech for Good: Offers free webinars and resources on nonprofit technology and social media.
- Nonprofit Learning Lab: Provides free webinars and resources on nonprofit leadership and management.
Please note that availability and specific features of these resources may vary