Helpful Resources for Nonprofits

Local Resources

Nonprofit Leadership Initiative – Resources and trainings for nonprofit boards and executive leaders. View additional resources, including 2025 Resources for Planning and Preparedness at https://npleadershipfv.org/resources/

(CI)2 – Coaching, mentoring and continuous improvement support for nonprofits in northeast Wisconsin.

CFFVR -List of potential local nonprofit planning consultants, facilitators, and trainers

Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce – Connect Free Membership for nonprofits with 10 or fewer employees, and Employee Friendly Workplace Initiative

Fox Valley Data Exchange – The one-stop-shop for data, covering Calumet, Outagamie, and Winnebago Counties

Imagine Fox Cities – community vision

United Way Fox Cities 211 – 211 is a free and confidential service that connects individuals with thousands of local programs and services. United Way Fox Cities also has a nonprofit job board with opportunities available in Calumet, Outagamie, and Winnebago counties as a free resource for nonprofits and jobseekers.

Outagamie County’s Implementation of American Rescue Plan Dollars

Additional Resources

Candid – Foundation Center and GuideStar joined forces to become Candid, providing data tools on nonprofits, foundations and grants.

Marquette University’s Funding Information Center (updated December 2024)

Wisconsin Arts Board – resources and grants for arts organizations and artists

National Endowment for the Arts – resources and grants for arts organizations and artists

Helen Bader Institute for Nonprofit Management – a list of resources for nonprofits and nonprofit professionals

The Funders Network: Partners for Places Grant Opportunities

The Bridgespan Group: Toolkit “Nonprofit Scenario Planning Webinar – On Demand”

Articles

Article “Making Sense of Uncertainty: Nonprofit Scenario Planning During a Crisis”

Article “Proactive, Not Perfect, Scenario Planning: A Short Guide for Our Times” from NPO Quarterly

Article “Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matter for Nonprofits” from National Council of Nonprofits

Article “Success Factors for a Nonprofit Merger – A Case Study of Big Brothers Big Sisters East Central WI

Article “Creating a Business Continuity Plan for Your Non-Profit”