Resources List

A resource for putting ideas into action in your community

Collection of resources and guides about activism, organizing and campaigning

Information and resources for starting a B Corp

Information guide on B Corps and how to start one

B Corp basics, requirements/steps for certification, how they differ from C corps and nonprofits

Interactive online tool to help calculate the benefits of recycling electronics

A great place to find out more about the materials you accept

A financial management resource guide for new nonprofit organizations

Resource for finding accountants and finance professionals who work with nonprofits

A guide for helping create your organization's budget

A list of resources for financial policies for nonprofits, financial literacy, and more

A resource for building a case statement for your organization

Guide for how nonprofits can explore the benefits of digital fundraising, including how to structure campaigns and best practices for online fundraising

How to build a fundraising plan

Resources for expert, NYS-specific, nonprofit legal advice

Free membership, courses and guides for marketing for nonprofits

Information about identifying different aspects of your market and what that means for your business plan

A guide to setting up and maintaining an effective social media presence

How to developer a contact list that will help you spread the word about your Community ReUse Center with local media outlets

Nonprofit public relations information/resources

Carleton College's research hub including glossary, news site and publisher for material salvage information

National network of building professionals committed to material reuse

National nonprofit advancing the recovery, reuse, and recycling of building materials

NYS collaborative network for reuse related to construction materials

Learnings and Tips from seven reuse centers

Recycling and reuse resource database

National nonprofit working to increase awareness of and access to reuse

Online database and CDD directory

Resource created by women driving circular innovation

Information from the IRS on how to apply for tax-exempt status

Information about registering a charity with New York State

Is your Community ReUse Center's name available? Search here to find out if there are any other businesses with similar names already registered with New York State

Guide from National Council of Nonprofits for starting a nonprofit

Tips on creating a powerful mission statement

Google's services for nonprofit organizations

Microsoft's services for nonprofit organizations

Resources for free and low-cost software for nonprofits