Managing for Accountability: Preserving the Public Trust in Public and Nonprofit Organizations

THE ACCOUNTABILITY ENVIRONMENT OF PUBLIC AND NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Accountability Concepts and Controversies: Historical Precedents and Contemporary Trends Preserving the Public Trust: The Challenge of Accountability TOOLS FOR MANAGING ACCOUNTABILITY A Strategic Managing Approach: Core Principles Scanning the Accountability Environment Conducting an Accountability Audit Clarifying Strategic Accountability Issues CASE STUDIES OF ACCOUNTABILITY CHALLENGES: EXAMINING TACTICAL AND STRATEGIC APPROACHES A Cautionary Tale: The Orange County Investment Fund Proactive Accountability: The Sum One for Kids Project Conclusion: Leadership for Accountability Special Resource Section: Accountability Worksheets.