Social Sciences & Graduate Engagement Librarian
Nonprofit Guide
The UCF Libraries provide access to a wide range of print and online resources (books/ebooks, journals, and databases) and services. This guide is designed to help you begin locating Nonprofit resources. The primary location for Nonprofit print books is the Downtown Campus Library. Access to online resources is available on the Libraries web site.
Getting Assistance
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Research ConsultationsFor assistance using library research options, identifying relevant resources, or planning search strategies, please check my online calendar to schedule an individual research consultation.
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Ask Us!Our Ask Us online service is available to assist with quick questions and offers some night & weekend hours.
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MyAccount pageThe UCF Libraries provide thousands of online resources that are available to all students, faculty and staff affiliated with the University. For full access to online resources when you are off campus, be sure to use the MyAccount option located at the top right of the homepage at library.ucf.edu After accessing the MyAccount page, click the OpenAthens Login (under Off-Campus Access) to be redirected to the University’s NID log in page. Once you are logged in with your NID, you are ready to start locating online resources!
Nonprofit Associations
American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) " the largest and most prominent professional association for public administration. It is dedicated to advancing the art, science, teaching and practice of public and non-profit administration."
International Society for Third-Sector Research (ISTR) "The Society's mission is to promote the development of high quality research and education internationally on Third Sector related issues, theories, and policies..."
John Hopkins Center for Civil Society Studies A leading source of ground-breaking research and knowledge about the nonprofit sector, social investing, and the tools of government.
National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration "NASPAA's twofold mission is to ensure excellence in education and training for public service and to promote the ideal of public service."
Urban Institute Nonprofit research and statistics through the National Center for Charitable Statistics.