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Robert Hilbert Nonprofit Resource Center

This guide provides access to websites and databases containing information and resources for those in the nonprofit sector.

Additional Nonprofit Guides

Candid's Overdrive eBook Collection

Are you familiar with Candid.org?  They are the company that encompasses both Foundation Directory as well as Guidestar. They also have a learning portal where you can create an account and get access to all kinds of learning materials, including eBooks.

The eBook collection through Overdrive that is comprised of titles that are of interest to the nonprofit community, with many of the CFRE.org recommended books for the CFRE exam. You will find titles in both eBook and Audio versions. Access to their digital book collection is free and only requires the creation of a free account. If you are unable to find a title in PPLD's print or Overdrive collection, try Candid's collection!  Another great reason to get a Candid eBook library card number? It can be added to an already established Libby app.  Ask Bridget (BBruch@ppld.org) for more information on how to link both accounts. 

 

   Setting up your eBook account is a two-step process.

    1. Register for a free Candid learning account (link below)

    2. Register for a free Candid Libby Overdrive account (link below)

Grant Writing

If you have never written a grant before, you may find the following resources helpful.

PPLD has numerous books on grant writing both in its physical and eBook collection. Search grant writing books here. Candid's Overdrive eBook collection also has a large collection of books on grant writing.  See box to the left on how to apply for a free Candid Overdrive library card.

Grants - Assessment and Evaluation

Assessment can be required if you are applying for many grants, especially large federal grants.  Here are resources to help you define assessment and evaluation.

Grants - Management

Additional Resources

Additional grant resources can be found at the following websites.