Rescue a school library. Preserve an endangered species. Support the arts. Whatever it is you want to do to give back to your community, Starting & Building a Nonprofitprovides the kick-start you need. Filled with user-friendly information, practical advice and step-by-step instructions, this book is your guide through the process of getting a nonprofit up and running, and on track to a sustainable future. It covers essential tasks from a nonprofit's start-up to maturity, including filing nonprofit formation documents, strategic planning, building a powerful board, budgeting and fundraising, managing staff, and more. It also offers comprehensive and up-to-date information on developing your nonprofit's presence online, using social media, and fundraising online including crowdsourcing. Starting & Building a Nonprofitgoes beyond paperwork - it addresses the big picture, showing you how to create a solvent, efficient organization that will make a real difference. The newly revised 5th edition has completely updated information on using websites, social media and online fundraising, and updated forms and checklists to help you stay organized.