Local Resources for Non-Profit Businesses

Many useful information resources are available on the Internet. But, remember to evaluate any Web site before using it for research.

Professional Non-Profit Associations-
Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)
http://www.afpbroward.org/
The AFP represents more than 30,000 members in more than 190 chapters throughout the world, working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and certification programs.

Florida Association of Non-Profit Organizations (FANO)
http://www.fano.org/
FANO is a leader in Nonprofit Education and Training.FANO hasprovided knowledge and certification through our education and training legacy programs

Center on Nonprofit Effectiveness (C-One)
http://www.c-one-miami.org/ C-One serves nonprofits with information, self-help tools, training and referrals; and joins forces with leading funders to maximizereturn on grant investments.

Center for Nonprofit Management
http://nonprofit.miami.edu/home.php
Center for Nonprofit Management ensures the overall financial stability of nonprofit organizations in South Florida to strengthen their capability to manage for results and enhance their boards' capacity to develop and maintain the mission of their organization.

Non-Profit Coalitions-
South Florida Community Development Coalition
http://www.floridacdc.org/
The Coalition seeks to create a more supportive environment for community-based development in South Florida through policy development and advocacy with local government.

Community Foundation of Broward
http://www.cfbroward.org/cfb/Default.aspx
The mission of the Community Foundation of Broward is to provide leadership on community solutions and foster philanthropy that connects people who care with causes that matter.

Southern Arts Federation
http://www.southarts.org
Launched by the Southern Arts Federation in 2003, ArtsOpportunities.org provides a free forum for arts organizations to post jobs, internships, auditions and other calls for entry to a targeted arts audience.

Early Learning Coalition of Broward County, Inc. http://www.elcbroward.org/Default.aspx
The Early Learning Coalition provides the resources, advocacy, leadership, coordination and oversight for early care and education from birth to school-age and to support access to school-age care to ensure children's success in school.

Broward Coalition for the Homeless
http://www.help4homeless.org/
Coalition to End Homelessness is a leader in coordinating services, educating the community and advocating for the needs of more than 10,000 homeless individuals and families in Broward Co. Florida.

Broward Healthy Start Coalition, Inc.
http://www.browardhsc.org/
Broward Healthy Start Coalition, Inc. was incorporated on February 14, 1992 and is the leader in Maternal and Child Healthcare in Broward County in providing prenatal and infant care services. The Coalition is responsible for the formation and administration of the Broward Healthy Start system, which includes management of subcontracts for quality services to pregnant women and children birth to age three, monitoring services through quality improvement and assurance responsibilities and accountability.

Florida Immigrant Coalition
http://www.floridaimmigrant.org/
Florida Immigrant Coalition seeks equal rights for immigrants and integration into the civic and cultural life of our communities. We accomplish our mission through coordination of immigrant organizations and community education, organizing and advocacy.