Not-For-Profit Know-How
Understand your responsibilities and lead with confidence
$40.99
- Paperback
324 pages
- Release Date
16 December 2025
Summary
The not-for-profit sector thrives on passion and purpose, but even the most dedicated leaders need more than good intentions. Managing a charity, membership organisation or community enterprise carries the same legal responsibilities, challenges and risks as any business.
Not-for-Profit Know-How is your practical guide to building a compliant, ethical and sustainable organisation. Packed with real-world insight, it demystifies complex legal and governance res…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781781339589 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1781339589 |
| Author: | Kirstie York |
| Publisher: | Rethink Press |
| Imprint: | Rethink Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 324 |
| Release Date: | 16 December 2025 |
| Weight: | 342g |
| Dimensions: | 21mm x 140mm x 216mm |
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Critics Review
‘Kirstie has cracked the code for not-for-profit success, distilling years of experience into clear, practical guidance. In four parts and twenty-four chapters this book shows you how to build firm foundations, work effectively with people, manage day-to day operations, govern ethically and lead with confidence.’
—Mary Collin, business coach and professional speaker, and Founder President, Professional Speaking Association (Midlands)
‘In the vast forest of instructional books, occasionally an oak tree of real achievement emerges. This is such a book: a companion for all those who aspire to contribute to the socially responsible world of charity and humanistic concern for others. Let it guide your personal journey.’
—Tony Drury, founder, Earn Your Health CIC
‘When you work in the not-for-profit sector, you need to wear many hats and learn skills that your “day job” did not train you for. This book is an essential reference guide for those who need to know their “unknowns”.’
—Tracy Andrew, Director T&D Consulting
‘Essential reading for anyone working in a UK not-for-profit.’
—John Field, Director, RapportTech
‘What a valuable read! Irrespective of whether you are just starting to plan a new not-for-profit enterprise or have been running one for several years and simply wish to update your skills and methodology, this book can provide the answers you need. It is clearly written, by someone with broad, varied experience who still maintains a passion for assisting and educating those people who have the heartfelt wish to enrich the lives of many, while bringing benefit to all.’
—Paul Gardner, retired business owner, Avonside Design
Kirstie York
Kirstie York is the CEO of Cygnul Limited, which offers complete remote office services to not-for-profits, charities and professional membership associations. She began working with not-for-profits in 2011, first in membership services and rapidly progressing to become a trusted advisor to the board. Kirstie’s mission is to support not-for-profits in balancing their passion-driven work with the day-to-day demands of operations and organisational structure. Her one-to-one mentoring has evolved into short, practical training courses and a vibrant membership community.
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