A part of leadership is giving back.  Many leaders in business  also contribute to their communities by serving on non-profit boards and organizations.  

To help in identifying sources of funds for these community based non-profit organizations  the following list of online resources are provided.

Groundspring.org Groundspring.org is a nonprofit, Internet foundation created to facilitate online donations for nonprofit groups working for positive social change. We are committed to using the Internet to link together online donors with progressive organizations who share a vision of healthy communities and a sustainable environment. A Sampling of Non-Profit Support Organizations (fundraising, pledges, etc.) Philanthropy.com Campaign.com Accessint.com Blackbaud.com  (fund raising support) etapestry.com Volunteer-match.org Pledgemaker.com eContributer.com Carebar.com Convio.com NCNB.org Donationdepot Grantstation.com The Chronicle of Philanthropy The Chronicle of Philanthropy is the newspaper of the non-profit world. Published every other week, it is the No. 1 news source for charity leaders, fund raisers, grant makers, and other people involved in the philanthropic enterprise non-profit world The Peter Drucker Foundation for Non-profit Management Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management, founded in 1990, is named for and inspired by the acknowledged father of modern management. By providing educational opportunities and resources, the Foundation furthers its mission to lead social sector organizations toward excellence in performance. The Foundation pursues this mission through the presentation of conferences, video teleconferences, the annual Peter F. Drucker Award for Nonprofit Innovation, and the development of management resources, partnerships, and publications. Community Foundations By State For 50 years, the Council on Foundations has helped foundation staff, trustees and board members in their day to day grant making activities. Through one-to-one technical assistance, research, publications, conferences and workshops, legal services, and a wide array of other services, the Council addresses the important issues and challenges that face foundations and corporate funders. Non-Profit and Fund Raising Organizations Web Sites for Fundraising, Advancement Services and related Organizations National Society of Fund Raising Executives he National Society of Fund Raising Executives (NSFRE), an individual member association, advances philanthropy through education, training and advocacy based on research and a Code of Ethical Principles and Standards of Professional Practice. NSFRE members and affiliates enable people and organizations to better serve diverse communities and Society as a whole Helping.Org Helping.org is an easy-to-use, one-stop online resource designed to help people find volunteer and giving opportunities in their own communities and beyond. With customizable services and comprehensive information, it's never been easier—or more secure—to donate your time, services, or financial support. Helping.org is a partnership between the AOL Foundation and its nonprofit partners who bring specialized expertise and resources to the site. America's Promise The American Red Cross The Benton Foundation The Digital Divide Working Group GuideStar The Independent Sector The National Urban League The Resources for Nonprofits Working Group VolunteerMatch Find a volunteer opportunity in your city or state. Council on Foundations he Council on Foundations is a nonprofit membership association of more than 1,300 grantmaking foundations and corporations. The council's mission is to promote effective and responsive philanthropy Foundation Center Our Grantmaker Information directory comprises three broad categories: links, both direct and annotated, to nearly 1,000 grantmaker Web, sites; highlights and excerpts from the Center's research on foundation giving; and a range of informational materials produced by individual foundations and hosted by the Center as part of its "Foundation Folder" program GreaterGood.Com GreaterGood.com brings together the explosive economic growth of the Internet with the increasing desire to "give back" to the charitable institutions that make our world a better place. Now, you can support the causes you care about by shopping online. GreaterGood.com builds, markets and manages "online shopping villages" for not-for-profit partners' sites, where 5 - 15% of every purchase benefits the not-for-profit's cause. Each online shopping village includes a broad assortment of brand-name merchandise offered by leading Internet retailers, such as Amazon.com, eToys, OfficeMax, J.Crew and Orvis. When you shop at your favorite not-for-profit's online shopping village, you automatically support their mission - at no additional cost to you or the organization. The Grantsmanship Center TGCI was founded in 1972 to offer grantsmanship training and low-cost publications to nonprofit organizations and government agencies.   At first a local project in Los Angeles, TGCI expanded rapidly as word of its alumni's success spread across the United States.  Soon organizations in other cities asked to host TGCI training programs in their own communities.  By 1980, TGCI was national in scope, conducting more than 100 workshops every year.  US Government The Non Profit Gateway Thank you for visiting the NonProfit Gateway. It is designed as a central starting point to help nonprofit organizations access online Federal information and services.  Linked to all Cabinet Departments and many agencies, it contains information about grants, regulations, taxes, and other services as well as information on a wide range of other topics and programs. The National Center for Non-Profit Boards NCNB is the world's largest, most comprehensive publisher of material on nonprofit governance, offering more than 100 booklets, books, videos, and audiotapes. In addition to printed materials, NCNB provides assistance and resources through its Board Information Center, website, and workshops. NCNB's governance consultants work directly with nonprofit leaders to provide customized training designed to meet an organization's needs. Each year NCNB conducts a National Leadership Forum, bringing together 500-600 board members and executives of nonprofit organizations. In 1995, NCNB launched its Global Program, an effort to strengthen the boards of nongovernmental organizations throughout the world through partnerships and capacity building. GiftsinKind Gifts In Kind International was launched thanks to a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment in 1984 with the goal of providing an effective conduit for the donation of products from the private sector to the charitable sector. Today, Gifts In Kind is the recognized leader in the field of product philanthropy and has grown to be the 13th largest charity* in the United States with its world headquarters in Alexandria, VA, and affiliates in Canada and the United Kingdom. In 1998, Gifts In Kind distributed about $300 million in quality products to the charitable sector. Resources for Social-Service Organizations GrantsNet is a tool for finding and exchanging information about HHS (Department of Health and Human Services) and selected other Federal grant programs. It is part of the much-publicized national movement toward providing government resources to the general public in a more accessible and meaningful manner. Rethinking Schools Rethinking Schools presents special collections of articles on hot education issues, including vouchers, the future of teacher unions, and the ongoing struggle over creationism versus evolution. Charter Schools A charter school is: A public school An autonomous entity that operates on the basis of a contract between the individual or group organizing the school and its sponsor, such as the local school board Exempt from many district, state, and union regulations and requirements. Responsibility for decisions about the students' education Held accountable for student performance. Nearly 1,200 charter schools are operating in 34 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. President Clinton has set a goal of 2000 charter schools by the year 2000. US Department of Education Charter Schools Site Charter School Research Web Site Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement (CAREI) at the University of Minnesota Hudson Institute - Educational Excellence Network State Charter School Contacts State School-to-Work Contacts National Charter School Resource Organizations Additional Organizations with Charter School Resources Home School Yellow Pages Information about home schooling resources in your area. Notice of Funding Opportunities Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs) are announcements that appear in the Federal Register, printed each business day by the United States government, inviting applications for Federal grant programs. Related School Policy Issues Resegregation in American Schools Beyond the Rhetoric of Charter School Reform Fairest   ResponsibilityInc.com ResponsibilityInc.com is a comprehensive resource of best practices for corporate responsibility. News, tools, and case studies to strengthen the business case. Netmom Recommends and lists web sites for families. EdPoint Helps parents support their kids' education using technolgy. Cyberspace for Parents and Kids A librarians' guide to the internet for parents and kids. Childrens Partnership A  guide to parenting in the world of technology. Safe Kids Covers internet filtering software and internet safety issues. Kidsource Provides education and health care information for parents. From Now On Designed for teachers but parents might find it insightful. George Lucas Education Foundation Offers examples of learning with technology. LearnNow LearnNow's mission is to build local institutions of high achievement -- specifically public community academies focused on math, science, and technology.  In collaboration with community based organizations and educators, LearnNow prepares students to become successful college students and leaders in the 21st century's "knowledge economy." EDS EDS develops solutions for complex business issues. We exist to make everybody's life simpler. Sometimes that means getting all the players in an organization on the same technology platform, and sometimes that means helping a company become a bona fide electronic business. Or it might mean operating a data center or analyzing business processes to remove unnecessary steps TestU TestU gives every student access to the highest quality SAT preparation available today. Enroll now, and start studying! There's no obligation, not even advertising to view. Democratizing education by giving everyone the best SAT prep is our Gift to America. NEA   What is the National Education Association? Our history and purpose -- who we are and what we do. Learn more about the 2.5 million men and women working in schools and colleges across the United States to help all students achieve. US Department of Education Information for Students and Parents Explore the COOL database to find college or career training and compare programs, costs, and academic requirements at more than 9,000 postsecondary schools.The Financial Aid for Students home page is your guide to information about grants, loans, work-study, and tax credits for education and how to apply for them. Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) quickly and easily, right on the Web. If you are filing a paper application, you can use the Federal (Title IV) School Code Search to look up the codes for the colleges that you are considering, so that you can list them on the FAFSA. If you are thinking of attending a school that participates in the Direct Loan Program, visit the Direct Loan Web Page for Students to calculate your repayment costs, get loan counseling, or look up account information. Both FFEL and Direct Loan borrowers can consolidate their loans into one easy payment with Loan Consolidation. If you have a defaulted loan, the Guide to Defaulted Student Loans can help you get out of default. Special Initiatives The OSFA Customer Service Task Force is transforming OSFA--come be a part of this exciting and bold initiative! Visit CSTF Web site to follow our activities. You can also send us your ideas and suggestions on how OSFA should change in order to deliver better service and products to our customers and partners. Let us hear from you - the change is beginning now, but can only succeed with your participation! The Office of Student Financial Assistance Programs, government's first performance-based organization, is responsible for the management of the Department's aid programs. The Direct Loan Program simplifies the loan process for students and schools, while reducing program costs. Access America for Students is the U.S. Government-wide initiative to deliver electronic, web-based services from government agencies and organizations to postsecondary students. We are taking a lead on this initiative and are developing and testing services related to web-based student financial aid. Project EASI was one of the initial collaborative efforts among members of the Higher Education community and the U.S. Department of Education to dramatically transform the delivery of student aid. We invite you to visit the Project EASI Archives to access the library of technical documents that we delivered between 1996 and 1999. Information for Financial Aid Professionals Professionals at institutions, banks and other lenders, guaranty agencies, and others working in the field of financial aid will want to bookmark the "IFAP" site, an electronic library containing technical publications, regulations, and policy guidance on the administration of the Student Financial Assistance Programs.