In addition to providing inspirational news and information to our readers, Good Neighbor Stories strives to be a resource to nonprofits and 
anyone seeking to launch their own organization. This page lists resources I’ve come across, as well as links to some informational and inspirational stories I’ve written. I’m adding information to this list as I discover it, and am always open to suggestions.
Good Neighbor Stories is also a resource to nonprofits by providing a free community calendar and opportunities for guest posting. I will also consider all press releases, event stories, photographs and videos sent to me for use on the site.
Articles
“Fundraising Help for Nonprofits”
Blogs
Beth’s Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
Jayne Cravens Blog – covers nonprofits and non-governmental organizations, communications, community engagement, volunteerism, aid and development, and women’s empowerment.
Top Nonprofits – features ideas from the best nonprofits
Books
Measuring the Networked Nonprofit: Using Data to Change the World – By Beth Kanter and Katie Payne
The Networked Nonprofit: Connecting With Social Media to Drive Change – By Beth Kanter and Allison Fine
Nonprofit Management 101: A Complete and Practical Guide for Leaders and Professionals – Edited by Darian Rodriguez Heyman
Giving Back; Discover Your Values and Put Them Into Action Through Volunteering and Donating – Steven P. Ketchpel, Ph.D. Written primarily for potential volunteers and donors, but has great insights for nonprofits.
“Eight Books for Nonprofits to Read…” – link to Beth Kanter’s blog post on suggested books for nonprofits.
Event Calendar
Kindness Calendar – Running list of all the annual national days of service, awareness campaigns, kindness events, etc.
Social Media
Top Nonprofits’ Social Media Posting Guide
Good Neighbor Stories posts from the Social Media for Nonprofits Conference:
How to Use Facebook Effectively
Leveraging Eventbrite’s Free Tools
Nonprofits Must Get Good at Social Media
Support Organizations
Be Social Change Meetup – great monthly meetings and occasional events bringing together people who are interested in making a positive difference.
Silicon Valley SCORE – offers workshops on launching a nonprofit, nonprofit management, funding, etc., as well as free mentoring. Website has resources and templates.
South Bay Blogging for Good – Meetup for anyone blogging about making the world a better place; excellent place to ask questions, receive encouragement.
Storytellers for Good – nonprofit that consults with other nonprofits to help them tell their stories for fundraising and awareness purposes.
Inspirational Examples…
Faith in Action Silicon Valley Rotating Shelter
