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5. Best practices resources

Several resources exist for organizations seeking information about best practices in the nonprofit sector.  The Secretary of State’s Office strongly encourages organizations to consult these resources and incorporate best practices into their organizational culture.

A good first resource is the Colorado Nonprofit Association's Principles & Practices for Nonprofit Excellence in Colorado (third edition).

Other best practices resources include:

Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance - Standards for Charity Accountability

Independent Sector’s Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice

Internal Revenue Service - Good Governance Practices (PDF)

Standards for Excellence Institute - standards of ethics, effectiveness, and accountability in nonprofit governance, management, and operations