Operating and managing a nonprofit requires establishing a strong, mission-driven foundation, ensuring legal compliance, managing finances through diverse revenue streams, and implementing effective governance by a committed board. Nonprofit operations are the essential, day-to-day activities and functions required to keep the organization running and fulfill its mission.
The National Council of Nonprofits (NCN) along with NAO and other statewide nonprofit membership associations provides nonprofits with the tools, research, and resources needed to operate more effectively, efficiently, and ethically. Below are resources from the NCN “Running a Nonprofit” series.
Administration & Financial Management
Employment & HR
Ethics & Accountability
Fundraising & Resource Development
Governance & Leadership
Governance Policies for Nonprofits
Marketing & Communications
Volunteers
Related Resources:
Board Management – NAO
Technology Resources
Oregon Nonprofit Corporation Handbook: 6th Edition Toolkits – Kay Sohl
2025 Nonprofit Financial Management and Fundraising Toolkit
2025 Board of Directors Toolkit
Nonprofit Operations Guide – Deep Why Design
Nonprofit Operating Models: From Strategy to Results – The Bridgespan Group
Nonprofit Insurance – Nonprofit Risk Management Center
Nonprofit Insurance 101 – Nonprofits Insurance Alliance