Inyathelo houses a specialist resource library aimed at professionals in the non-profit sector and those in the grantmaking sector. The library is stocked with over 1400 books and periodicals as well as pertinent newsclippings and DVDs.
The scope of literature in the library includes topic areas such as:
• General Advancement
• Directories
• Development and social development
• Strategic Planning and evaluating
• Non-profit organisations
• Grantmaking
• Fundraising and sponsorship, and
• Communication strategies for non-profit organisations
Some of the latest books that have been acquired are:
Title: Brandraising: How Nonprofits raise visibility and money through smart communications (190 pages)
Author: Sarah Durham
Publisher: Jossey- Bass in 2010.
In this book Durham covers core issues such as the importance of having a concise organisation profile; using effective and efficient ways of reaching potential grantmakers; having a “hands on” communication approach in order to obtain practical feedback on the impact of your organisation’s programs, fundraising and advocacy.
Title: Philanthocapitalism: How the rich can save the world and why we should let them (292 pages)
Authors: Matthew Bishop and Michael Green
Publisher: A&C Black Publishers Ltd in 2008.
Over the years, the manner in which philanthropists “give” has changed drastically. Philanthropists are now taking a more strategic approach, leaving grantseekers with alot more accountability for their actions. From extensive research and interviews with some of the most influential people in the world, comes a practical guide for today’s grankseekers and a realistic analysis of how we can help our “humanitarians” change the world.
Title: Financial Management for Nonprofit Organisations - Policies and Practices (590 pages)
Authors: John Zietlow, Jo Ann Hankin & Alan G. Seidner
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons in 2007
In today’s society, “contributors” are looking to invest in organisations that can sustain a strong internal control system. In this book Financial Management for Nonprofits, readers are given a range of case studies, checklists, tables and sample policies demonstrating financial concepts. It also offers financial “need-to-knows” such as:
• Managing an organisations financial resources
• Accounting budgets and financial reports
• Short term and long term investing, and
• Risk management
For more information on how to gain access to the Inyathelo Resource Centre, please contact Veronique on veroniquea@inyathelo.co.za
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