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> Resource Centre > Recent Acquisitions Resource Centre Recent Acquisitions l Find Books and Other Resources l Book Lists l Become a Member l Special Collections l Recent Acquisitions January 2011 The charismatic organization : eight ways to grow a nonprofit that builds buzz, delights donors, and energizes employees. The authors discuss a framework that allows organizations to go beyond quick fixes and fundraising strategies to a broader paradigm that encompasses community and organization building. The book provides numerous examples of how successful nonprofits have made the shift to charismatic organizations, as well as action steps that all organizations can take to perform better. Chicken soup for the volunteer's soul : stories to celebrate the spirit of courage, caring and community. This book speaks of dedicated volunteers who never have time to put the value of their work into words. It’s a great collection of heartwarming stories that both celebrates the heroism of volunteers and reveals the joy their actions can generate. Each of these stories is a testament to the power of volunteerism. Community-based volunteer management : a quick reference guide for rural community and economic development leaders. Prepared by Thom Anderson. Macomb, IL : Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs, 2004. 58 p. The complete book of by-laws for not-for-profit corporations in Canada. A reference guide for those who are writing by-laws for the first time, for those who wish to amend existing by-laws and for those who simply wish to better understand the nature and function of organizational by-laws. The book is accompanied by a CD-ROM which contains text examples that can be selected and adapted. Fundraising mistakes that bedevil all boards (and staff too) : a 1-hour guide to identifying and overcoming obstacles to your success. The book addresses some recurring mistakes that board members, volunteers, and staff make when raising money. It can work as a short guide for board members and staff alike. Leading the way to successful volunteer involvement : practical tools for busy executives. Practical tools for executive and management staff, whether paid or volunteer, to help them plan, think through and implement what their organization truly wants from volunteer involvement. Included are practical worksheets and real-life examples. The networked nonprofit : connecting with social media to drive change. This book shows nonprofits a new way of operating in our increasingly connected world: a networked approach enabled by social technologies, where connections are leveraged to increase impact in effective ways that drive change for the betterment of our society and planet. Policy development. Policy is the mechanism by which the board of directors ensures that their decisions are implemented throughout the organization they govern. Johnstone’s publication gives an overview of different aspects of policy development, including examples. Understanding governance : what every board needs to know. Each organization must address its particular reality and to develop its own model, based on its mission and its current initiatives. This book discusses the fundamental precepts that underlie the work of all not-for-profit organizations. It suggests ways for directors to define how their organization will work, and offers practical tools and processes for directors to use as is or to adapt as necessary. Volunteer administration : professional practice A book that is based on the five Core Competencies detailed in the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration – ethics, organizational management, human resource management, accountability, and leadership and advocacy. It will be required reading for all Certified in Volunteer Administration candidates. Consultants and trainers may also find this book helpful as a core reference on which to base their work, and to share with clients. Volunteer management : mobilizing all the resources of the community. This is a book about volunteering, and about how organizations and government agencies that provide community services can make use of the time and talents of community volunteers. For additional resources and/or more information, please contact Volunteer Manitoba’s Resource Centre at: (204) 477-5180, ext. 223 or email linda.horodecki@volunteermanitoba.ca .
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