Research on Nonprofits Websites

Free service with information on the programs and finances of more than 600,000 American charities and nonprofit organizations, up-to-date news stories on philanthropy, and resources for donors and volunteers.

A nonprofit charity watchdog organization that helps donors make informed giving decisions.

Guide to help donors make intelligent charitable giving decisions. Offers financial ratings of thousands of American nonprofit organizations and charities.

Studies issues in philanthropy, with a focus on non-profit advocacy groups, their funding sources, their agendas, and their impact on public policy.

CPNS has objectives in each of Teaching and Learning, Research, Technology and Community Service. The CPNS site has a wealth of information relevant to philanthropy and nonprofit studies and includes hundreds of useful links to resources world-wide.

Studies not-for-profit, philanthropic, or “civil society” organizations in the United States

Academic center studying philanthropic institutions and nonprofits

Magazine covering best strategies for nonprofits, foundations, and socially responsible businesses

The Bridgespan Group is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps nonprofit and philanthropic leaders in the hard work of developing strategies and building organizations that inspire and accelerate social change.

Provides tax forms and requirements for non-profit organizations. Includes status checks, resources, education, workshops and seminars.

In April 2013, the IRS released structured data culled from the tax returns of almost 616,000 tax-exempt organizations. Use this database to find organizations and see executive compensation, revenue, expenses, and 990 tax filings going back as far as 2001.

Provides financial information on U.S. non-profit organizations involved in lobbying and political contributions.

Regulates the administration and affairs of registered UK charities. Site gives detailed advice and policies on charitable activities, with a searchable database of UK charities.