Summary

Working for nonprofit organizations offers the chance to build a successful career while making the world a better place or extending a helping hand to those in need. Nonprofit groups have become widespread in recent years, and many of them employ the same types of workers who can be found at for-profit companies. But the ins and outs of the nonprofit world can be very different, especially since many nonprofit groups rely on donations and government grants to keep them operating.

Nonprofit Organizations is essential reading for anyone who wants to establish a career in this field. Featuring behind-the-scenes information, including an overview of the current state of nonprofits, a breakdown of careers that are available, tips, and fast facts, this useful new resource covers the full scope of this industry and is ideal for readers looking to jump-start their career.

Specifications

Index. Box features. Resources.

About the Author(s)

Ann Morrill is a writer and editor living and working in Louisville, Colorado. Before becoming a writer and teacher, she coordinated volunteers and taught health classes for Spanish speakers in nonprofit organizations in New Mexico and California. She has written three reference books for Chelsea House, edited Spanish and reading textbooks for many educational publishers, and written articles on parenting and conservation issues for newspapers and magazines. She also teaches Spanish classes and volunteers for a local nonprofit health clinic in its Reach Out and Read Program.