Each organization is different and develops an enterprise for a variety of reasons. Six phases of social enterprise provide a “recipe” that should be adapted to meet your organizational goals and preferences. (p. 37)

Has your organization thought about diversifying its funding base? Have you been told by other funders that you need to diversify your sources of funding? Was one stream you considered social enterprise but you did not even contemplate it as it seemed an overwhelming task?

Shelley Williams takes a thorough look at the pros and cons of nonprofit organizations going into revenue generating endeavors. Using a handy workbook format, she leads the reader through the process of first deciding if business is good for the organization. And then, if it is, she outlines the steps an organization needs to take from start to finish in order to achieve an entrepreneurial operation. Readers will appreciate the no-nonsense, easy to read approach Williams takes with this timely topic. She includes a detailed bibliography for further reference.

© 2005; 105 pages, softcover