The New-York Historical Society : lessons from one nonprofit's long struggle for survival

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The New-York Historical Society : lessons from one nonprofit's long struggle for survival

Kevin M. Guthrie ; foreword by William G. Bowen

(Jossey-Bass nonprofit sector series)

Jossey-Bass, c1996

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Bibliography: p. 237-239

Includes index

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Description

This study analyzes and relates the history of the New York Historical Society. It relays how this nonprofit organization has experienced many scandals in recent years.

Table of Contents

Foreword Part One: Against All Odds: The Story of the New-York Historical Society 1. Crisis in the Headlines 2. The Formative Years, 1804-1920 3. Professionalization and Postwar Expansion, 1921-1959 4. The Turning Tide, 1960-1982 5. New Initiatives and Economic Shocks, 1982-1987 6. Attempting a Turnaround, 1988-1992 7. Retrenchment and the Struggle for Survival, 1992-1994 8. Facing Tough Choices Today Part Two: Analyses and Lessons for Nonprofits 9. The Liabilities of Assets 10. The Difficulties of Nonprofit Financing 11. The Importance of Governance AppAndixes: A. The Original Constitution of the New-York Historical Society B. To the Public C. Financial Analysis: Notes and Tables D.1959 Library Acquisitions Policy E. Presidents, Librarians and Directors of the New-York Historical Society.

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