FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Useful Links / Additional Resources

Economic Crisis Resources

Continuing the Good Amid An Economic Crisis: Panel Advice
15 Tips for Leadership:Leading through Crisis
112 Fundraising Tips from James Holcomb, CFRE
7 Steps to Managing in Tough Times
Raising Funds in Difficult Times
Jackson Lewis E-subscription Form
Traits of a Good Supervisor

Nonprofit Employment:

Nonprofit Job Hunting Tips
Nonprofit Employment Statistics
Traits of a Good Supervisor
Nonprofit Employment – Online Resources & Articles
Nonprofit vs. For-profit

Reports/Research:

  The State of the Nonprofit Sector in North Texas © 2009
Best Practices in Nonprofit Management ©
Executive Summary – Town Hall Meeting with Mayor Leppert

Starting a Nonprofit:

Forming a Nonprofit Tax-Exempt Corporation in Texas *NEW*
Get Ready Get Set: What You Need to Know Before Starting a Nonprofit
Resources to Explore Before Starting a Nonprofit
Start-Up Kit: Checklist
FAQs on How to Start a Nonprofit

Resources & Samples Documents:

Finding the Right Board for You  *NEW*
Examples of Grant Proposals
Credit Card Security Recommendations
Sample Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Sample Articles of Incorporation
Sample Bylaws - No Formal Voting Membership
Sample Bylaws - With Formal Voting Membership
Sample Operating Budget
Sample Confidentiality Policy
Sample Conflict of Interest Policy
Sample Whistleblower Policy
Sample Employment Contracts
Sample Document Retention Policy
Sample Policy Checklist
Sample Board Member Requirements
Sample Board Binder Packet
Samples - Executive Director Job Description
Samples - Development Director Job Description
Samples - Board Member Position Description

CNM Information:

About CNM
CNM Annual Reports
CNM In the News / Newsletters