The Complete Guide to Getting a Grant . By Laurie Blum. John Wiley and Sons, l996. Clarifies the idea of sponsorship, particularly for individuals looking for grants which are awarded to institutions only. Describes the many kinds of projects and programs for which institutional sponsorship is appropriate, the types of sponsors to approach, and how.
Advice is practical, current, and comprehensive.
By Gregory L. Colvin. Especially useful for those with a temporary project or needing for other reasons an institutional framework for an activity or program for which starting a nonprofit organization is either wasteful or inappropriate. By Ted Nichols. Extremely thorough compendium on the subject. Covers advantages and disadvantages of a nonprofit corporation, requirements in establishing one, tax exemptions, types of nonprofits, and organizing plans.