http://www.bls.gov/opub/mlr/2016/article/nonprofits-in-america.htm
Provides a statistical picture of the size and growth of the nonprofit sector in the U.S. in the 2007-2012 period. Includes some state-level data for nonprofit employment by selected industries. From the Bureau of Labor Statistics
http://governor.virginia.gov/policy-priorities/grants/
Portal site listing opportunities for grants for individuals, agencies, and organizations from state, federal and private sources. From the Office of the Governor
http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43079.pdf
Analyzes various proposals to restrict itemized tax deductions either through outright repeal or targeted restrictions based on specific goals. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists
http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R42595.pdf
This report uses 2008 data to examine the minimum payout requirement for donor advised funds which, unlike private foundations, are not required to pay out a certain proportion of assets as grants each year. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists
http://www.irs.gov/charities/article/0,,id=249767,00.html
An online search tool that allows users to select an exempt organization and check information about its federal tax status and filings. Also allows for downloading of complete list of three types of tax-exempt organizations. From the Internal Revenue Service
http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d11484.pdf
Reports on the amount and purpose of federal funding awarded, the nature and results of any federal investigations of ACORN, and how agencies implemented provisions prohibiting the award of funds. From the Government Accountability Office
http://www.usip.org/files/resources/Humanitarian_Crisis.pdf
Discusses the loss of effectiveness and increased threats to aid workers resulting from the linking of relief and humanitarian organizations with political and military organizations. Discusses six causes for the post-Cold War politicizing of humanitarian efforts in areas of conflict such as the former Yugoslavia, Afghanistan, Iraq and recently the Arab world. From the United States Institute for Peace
http://www.official-documents.gov.uk/document/cm80/8084/8084.pdf
British government proposals for stimulating charitable donations and volunteer work. Parliamentary Command Paper Cm 8084