• College of Lake County - Associates in Applied Sciences Degree (Human Services Focus) 
• College of Lake County - Professional Development Courses in a variety of subject areas
• IUPUI Lilly Family School of Philanthropy - Professional Development Courses
• North Park University & University Center of Lake County - Degree Programs in Nonprofit Management; Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP)
• North Park University - School of Business and Nonprofit Management and Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management
• Northwestern Kellogg - Center for Nonprofit Management Programs
• University Center of Lake County - Certificate Programs and Professional Development Courses
• University of Wisconsin-Parkside - Introduction to Nonprofit Management
• University of Wisconsin-Parkside - Certificate in Nonprofit Management

Achieving Excellence In Fundraising - This book is a big textbook and includes every fundraising topic you could ever want to learn about. 

Donor Centered Fundraising and Donor Centered Leadership 

The Aspen Institute https://www.aspeninstitute.org/
The Aspen Institute is an educational and policy studies organization based in Washington, DC. Its mission is to foster leadership based on enduring values and to provide a nonpartisan venue for dealing with critical issues.

The Bridgespan Group https://www.bridgespan.org/
The Bridgespan Group is a global nonprofit organization that collaborates with mission-driven leaders, organizations, and philanthropists to break cycles of poverty and dramatically improve the quality of life for those in need. The organization focuses in four broad fields: education, children, youth and families, public health and global development.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy https://www.philanthropy.com/
The Chronicle of Philanthropy is an independent news organization that has been serving leaders, fundraisers, grant makers, and others involved in philanthropy for more than 25 years. It offers a robust advice section to help nonprofit workers do their jobs as well as one of the biggest listings of career opportunities.

The Collective Impact Forum https://collectiveimpactforum.org/
This is the place for those practicing collective impact to find the tools, resources, and advice they need. It’s a network of individuals coming together to share experience and knowledge to accelerate the effectiveness and adoption of collective impact.

Forefront https://myforefront.org/
Forefront is the nation’s only statewide membership association for nonprofits, grant makers, public agencies, advisors and allies. The organization provides education, advocacy, thought leadership and facilitates collective action around issues that are important to its members and to the sector.

FMA Fiscal Strength for Nonprofits http://fmaonline.net/
FMA exists to build a community of individuals with the confidence and skills to lead organizations that change the world. Private and public foundations with diverse portfolios and needs repeatedly call on FMA to strengthen their grantees, improve their grant making capacity and increase the financial management knowledge of their staff. Nonprofit organizations–from start-ups to legacy agencies—depend on FMA to offer advice and capacity building services when facing challenges or significant decisions.

Free Management Library http://managementhelp.org/
The Library provides free, easy-to-access, online articles to develop yourself, other individuals, groups and organizations (whether the organization is for-profit or nonprofit).  The site includes links to free training resources, job banks and an extensive index of topics and links to relevant nonprofit and for-profit resources.

GuideStar http://www.guidestar.org/Home.aspx
GuideStar is the world's largest source of information on nonprofit organizations.

Joan Garry Consulting  https://www.joangarry.com/
Joan Garry provides consulting services for executive directors, board leaders, and fundraisers. Through her experience in many different nonprofit roles, she shows nonprofit leaders how to build a powerhouse board, create an impressive and sustainable fundraising program, and how to be a compelling public face of your nonprofit.

The National Council of Nonprofits https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/
The National Council of Nonprofits produces and curates tools, resources and samples for nonprofits. View the most recent additions, browse by category or tag or search for the specific information.

Nonprofit Learning Lab https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/
The Nonprofit Learning Lab (NLL) is a national nonprofit that connects, supports and develops individuals seeking to lead the nonprofit sector.

Nonprofit Quarterly https://nonprofitquarterly.org/
Nonprofit Quarterly is an independent nonprofit news organization that covers nonprofit related issues, specifically, public policy and philanthropy.

Nonprofit Technology Network http://www.nten.org/
NTEN is a membership organization of nonprofit technology professionals who share a common goal of helping nonprofits use all aspects of technology more effectively.

The Nonprofit Times http://www.thenonprofittimes.com/
The Nonprofit Times provides breaking news and analysis on nonprofits: charities, associations, medical groups and religious organizations.

Philanthropy News Digest http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/
A service of Foundation Center, Philanthropy News Digest provides a variety of resources including the latest news in philanthropy, current grant opportunities and job postings.

Stanford Social Innovation Review www.ssir.org/topics/category/nonprofits_ngos
Stanford Social Innovation Review provides innovative ideas to help leaders of nonprofits and nongovernmental organizations work more effectively.

The Storytelling Non-Profit http://www.thestorytellingnonprofit.com/
The Storytelling Non-Profit provides consulting, training and coaching to help non-profits around the world articulate their impact to donors in a new way, using narrative techniques to generate greater personal interest and accountability, thereby improving their fundraising success.

The Tamarack Institute http://www.tamarackcommunity.ca/
The Tamarack Institute equips people with the skills, knowledge, resources and connections you need to make lasting change in your community.

TCC Group http://www.tccgrp.com/
TCC Group is a mission-driven consulting firm that collaborates with leaders to solve complex social problems.

Professionals in Development Network http://widn.org/
Professionals in Development Network (formerly Women in Development North) is dedicated to advancing development professionals through education and networking.

Young Nonprofit Professional Network http://www.ynpn.org/
The Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) activates emerging leaders by connecting them with resources, people and ideas. YNPN’s Chicago network strengthens the nonprofit community by providing professional development, resources and networking opportunities for young professionals.

AI Resources: 

Candid- To bot or not to bot: Using generative AI in grantwriting

The Chronicle of Philanthropy- A.I as a Fundraiser Gamechanger

Evolve- 3 Things I Learned From ChatGPT About Fundraising in 2024