Fundamentals for Nonprofits

Kinds of Capital

Using the right kinds of capital in the right ways helps nonprofits effectively pursue innovation and experimentation, manage risk, respond to the unexpected, and invest in revenue generating activity. Explore them in this quick guide.

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Resources for building, staffing, funding, and maintaining place-based partnerships

Kinds of Capital

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