Cases in Nonprofit Management
A Hands-On Approach to Problem Solving
(Second Edition)
©2027, 202 pages
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The second edition of Case Studies in Nonprofit Management: A Hands-On Approach to Problem Solving consists of briefly written, story-form original cases that are designed to teach students how to think critically, hone their decision-making skills, and learn to apply leadership and management principles that are essential for any nonprofit professional.
These case studies illustrate the multifaceted challenges of leading a nonprofit, bringing concepts like board and executive leadership, managing people, risk management, AI and technology integration, financial and fundraising strategy, ethics, and advocacy to life. The cases are brief, narrative in style, and easily digestible, compelling students to use critical thinking skills to devise an outcome. They also provide opportunities for students to view situations from the vantage points of multiple stakeholders. These cases can be used for homework assignments, online discussion boards, or as part of an in-class exercise. In addition, the authors have organized the book by topic headings that were most common to prominent nonprofit management texts.
Key Updates to the Second Edition:
These case studies illustrate the multifaceted challenges of leading a nonprofit, bringing concepts like board and executive leadership, managing people, risk management, AI and technology integration, financial and fundraising strategy, ethics, and advocacy to life. The cases are brief, narrative in style, and easily digestible, compelling students to use critical thinking skills to devise an outcome. They also provide opportunities for students to view situations from the vantage points of multiple stakeholders. These cases can be used for homework assignments, online discussion boards, or as part of an in-class exercise. In addition, the authors have organized the book by topic headings that were most common to prominent nonprofit management texts.
Key Updates to the Second Edition:
- Contains 19 new cases along with updates to many of the original ones.
- Includes a cross index that serves the needs of today's instructors and students.
- Reflects the impact of current issues such as artificial intelligence, government funding cuts, work-life balance issues, work-from-home policies, and pay gaps in the nonprofit sector. This is an ideal companion text for any nonprofit management course.
Check out the side-by-side table of contents comparison guide that highlights the differences between the first and second editions.
Pat Libby (Pat Libby Consulting) is a popular speaker, writer, and change management consultant who views her work with third sector organizations through the kaleidoscope of her experiences as a long-time nonprofit CEO, academic, board member, and consultant to innumerable organizations.
Laura Deitrick, Ph.D., serves as the Executive Director of The Nonprofit Institute and Professor of Practice at the School of Leadership and Education Sciences at the University of San Diego.
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“Pat Libby and Laura Deitrick return with a second edition of Cases in Nonprofit Management—bigger and better! Fifty fun and easy-to-read cases, fifty valuable lessons, all in one fantastic volume. It’s what happens when O. Henry-style story-telling meets nonprofits. A perfect supplemental text for any undergraduate or graduate course on nonprofit management and leadership.”
Chao Guo, University of Pennsylvania and President, Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA)
"This book is a fantastic course companion. The cases are accessible, the topics are diverse, and the real-world scenarios presented are sure to spark vigorous discussions."
George E. Mitchell, Baruch College, City University of New York
"The second edition of Cases in Nonprofit Management arrives at a critical time for the sector, providing updated, nuanced scenarios that reflect the realities of nonprofit work. Through engaging problem-solving exercises, Libby and Deitrick empower readers to develop the strategic thinking necessary to drive meaningful social change. A vital resource for those committed to effective mission-driven leadership."
William Brown, Texas A&M University
Praise for the Previous Edition:
“The originality of the work is a huge advantage, as is the fact that they are teaching cases that end without a clear, “best” answer. Finally, the inclusion of issues unique to international nonprofits is a welcome addition and one I have not run across in previous texts.”
Doreen Swetkis, Evergreen State College
“Libby and Detrick have compiled their extensive knowledge of the real issues that face our nonprofit sector to help students glean important lessons from each case. It is refreshing to have such a tool to assist in the education of our future nonprofit leaders.”
Emma A. Powell, Western Michigan University
“Students will appreciate learning through these cases, as they serve as a safe place for pre-service students to test out ideas and solutions to real problems, and allow mid-career students an opportunity to reflect on similarities and differences in their own workplaces, all while tying theory to practice.”
Erin K. Nemenoff, University of Memphis
“This text is an excellent tool to provide students the “critical-thinking” application that is missing from many texts.”
Laurie Taylor-Hamm, California State University, Fresno
“Cases in Nonprofit Management —A Hands-on Approach fills a real hole in the nonprofit curriculum. While good texts are increasingly coming to market, there are few supplemental texts and really nothing else that seeks so clearly to facilitate critical thinking and discussion among students.”
Shelly Arsneault, California State University, Fullerton
“I would have no problem fitting this book into my graduate courses.”
Bonnie Peterson, Valdosta State University
“Having short mini-cases for a broad range of topics that typically get covered in an Introduction to Nonprofit Management class is very useful and fills a long-standing need.”
Stefan Toepler, George Mason University
Chao Guo, University of Pennsylvania and President, Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA)
"This book is a fantastic course companion. The cases are accessible, the topics are diverse, and the real-world scenarios presented are sure to spark vigorous discussions."
George E. Mitchell, Baruch College, City University of New York
"The second edition of Cases in Nonprofit Management arrives at a critical time for the sector, providing updated, nuanced scenarios that reflect the realities of nonprofit work. Through engaging problem-solving exercises, Libby and Deitrick empower readers to develop the strategic thinking necessary to drive meaningful social change. A vital resource for those committed to effective mission-driven leadership."
William Brown, Texas A&M University
Praise for the Previous Edition:
“The originality of the work is a huge advantage, as is the fact that they are teaching cases that end without a clear, “best” answer. Finally, the inclusion of issues unique to international nonprofits is a welcome addition and one I have not run across in previous texts.”
Doreen Swetkis, Evergreen State College
“Libby and Detrick have compiled their extensive knowledge of the real issues that face our nonprofit sector to help students glean important lessons from each case. It is refreshing to have such a tool to assist in the education of our future nonprofit leaders.”
Emma A. Powell, Western Michigan University
“Students will appreciate learning through these cases, as they serve as a safe place for pre-service students to test out ideas and solutions to real problems, and allow mid-career students an opportunity to reflect on similarities and differences in their own workplaces, all while tying theory to practice.”
Erin K. Nemenoff, University of Memphis
“This text is an excellent tool to provide students the “critical-thinking” application that is missing from many texts.”
Laurie Taylor-Hamm, California State University, Fresno
“Cases in Nonprofit Management —A Hands-on Approach fills a real hole in the nonprofit curriculum. While good texts are increasingly coming to market, there are few supplemental texts and really nothing else that seeks so clearly to facilitate critical thinking and discussion among students.”
Shelly Arsneault, California State University, Fullerton
“I would have no problem fitting this book into my graduate courses.”
Bonnie Peterson, Valdosta State University
“Having short mini-cases for a broad range of topics that typically get covered in an Introduction to Nonprofit Management class is very useful and fills a long-standing need.”
Stefan Toepler, George Mason University
