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CNIS works exclusively with nonprofits to get health/dental/vision and other employee benefit insurance plus D&O, general liability, and more for your organization.
About the California Nonprofit SectorLearn about the depth and breadth of California’s nonprofit sector through research reports including the 2019 edition of Causes Count.
Nonprofit Job BoardHave an opening at your nonprofit or company that works with nonprofits? List your position on the 鶹 Job Board! Members pay half price.
Professional DirectoryFind legal, accounting, or other firms or consultants who can help your organization with specific issues. The Directory also includes Volunteer Centers, who can connect you to services offered for free.
Top Toolkits and Guides
An updated, comprehensive checklist of required state and federal filings, to help 501(c)(3) organizations stay compliant.
A Nonprofit’s Guide to Getting Your First Government GrantAbout 30% of nonprofit funding comes from government; this Guide includes tools, advice, and examples to get your first government grant.
Engage Your Elected OfficialsHow to contact your state and federal elected officials, advocacy guidance, and tools for starting, and sustaining, those conversations.
Guide to Starting a Nonprofit in CaliforniaA step-by-step guide, recorded webinar, and additional resources for Californians looking to start a new nonprofit.