Resources

Understanding County Health Services in California: A Brief Overview

"Understanding County Health Services in California: A Brief Overview" summarizes the  responsibilities and services provided by county health departments.Read more »

Non-Profits and Advocacy Activities: Resources on What's Okay and What's Not

As public agencies contemplate collaborations with nonprofits, it may be helpful to keep in mind that nonprofits typically exist to make the world a better place.  To do this, they sometimes engage in advocacy activities. 

The following resources help local agencies understand the parameters under which nonprofits operate.Read more »

Assessing a Nonprofit's Financial Health: Understanding Form 990's

The Internal Revenue Service requires 501(c) nonprofit organizations to file a "Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax" on Form 990.  Prepared annually, form 990s can provide local agencies considering collaborations with nonprofis a sense of a given nonprofit's financial health and governance practices.Read more »

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Local Agencies and Nonprofits Partner on Purchasing

U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance™ (“U.S. Communities™”) is a nationwide purchasing cooperative. Open to local and state public agencies, school districts (K-12), higher education and nonprofit organizations, U.S.Read more »

Key Steps in Creating a Partnership or Collaboration

Partnering with other organizations or agencies is essential to maximize your efforts at enrolling children in no- or low-cost health insurance or for any other joint efforts. Thinking of the relationship as a partnership rather than a contract will enhance the success of the effort. Learn steps that will help create a successful endeavor.Read more »