JoNI editors are looking for articles, research papers and thought papers from individuals in the academic or the nonprofit communities to address topics related to community and global issues.  We are looking for submissions that focus on current and/or innovative approaches to help nonprofit leaders improve their impact by integrating the information into practices on the ground. Readership of the journal includes both academics and practitioners. Author(s) are encouraged to write such that the content of the manuscript is accessible to both groups. When applicable, author(s) are encouraged to include a discussion of the practical application of the findings and ideas to nonprofit practitioners.

The JoNI Editorial team is pleased to announce the following topics for its 2023 quarterly issues. We welcome and encourage interested authors to send in their submissions, formatted as noted in the style guide below.

All submissions must be made through Brigham Young University centralized system (link coming soon).

Topics and Timing

Each publication will have a focus topic where JoNI will spotlight relevant submissions specific to that publication. However, we welcome all submissions regardless of the upcoming topic, as long as it relates to areas of interest for the nonprofit sector. Paper’s submitted to JoNI may be held for up to a year for a more relevant issue, with the consent of the author. 

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation (JoNI) is an international, open-access, peer-reviewed journal that publishes research articles and thought papers focusing on community and global issues. JoNI accepts articles on a wide range of issues relating to the fields of community and global issues. Author(s) must submit their manuscripts electronically. JoNI strives to present articles and papers that are both rigorous and concise.  

All correspondence regarding article submissions should be directed to https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/joni/

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation (JoNI) is an international, open-access, peer-reviewed journal that publishes research articles and thought papers focusing on community and global issues. JoNI accepts articles on a wide range of issues relating to the fields of community and global issues. Author(s) must submit their manuscripts electronically. JoNI strives to present articles and papers that are both rigorous and concise.  

All correspondence regarding article submissions should be directed to https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/joni/

Research Articles: As an international, open-access journal, we welcome research papers and articles from diverse perspectives in the areas that impact community and global issues. Submissions may be any length, however, research articles should not exceed 8,000 words (including the main text, references, appendices and endnotes). The submission of a manuscript is an indication from the author(s) that the manuscript has not been published elsewhere and is not currently under review at another publication. 

Thought Papers: We welcome Thought Papers from nonprofit leaders and practitioners on the ground to discuss their experiences and innovative approaches in solving community and global issues. Submissions may be any length, however, thought papers should not exceed 2500 words excluding the references, bios and CVs, which can be added in an appendix to the paper.  The submission of a manuscript is an indication from the author(s) that the manuscript has not been published elsewhere and is not currently under review at another publication.  

Submission Requirements

A submission should include the following:

• Cover Page: Include all authors' names, affiliations, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses. JoNI encourages data transparency and open data, where possible. Also include 3-5 keywords that reflect your article.

• Title Page & Abstract or Overview Paragraph – Each submission should include a title and an abstract or overview paragraph of what the article includes. The title of the article, along with an abstract (between 150-200 words) should appear on the second page of the article, following the Cover Page.

• Main Body – The main body of the text should begin on the third page. This should be the main portion of your submission, which includes compelling details based on research and/or experience. This should also include references to reliable sources and complementary research, if applicable. Visuals can also be included such as charts, images, or graphs. All tables and figures should be embedded in the article where they are referred to in the body text, rather than placed at the end.

• Conclusion – Include a final section that sums your findings and thoughts.

• Appendix – This could include references, bios of authors, or other essential information important to help the readers get a better understanding of your article. 

All submissions, references, citations should be in APA style, Times New Roman 12 pt., single spaced. All images, figures and charts should be placed in the proper location within the text in APA Style and be ready for print. All elements of the submission should be ready for printing and not have a copyright restriction. Document file format should be PDF or Word Document. Submissions that are incorrectly formatted will automatically be returned to the author for revisions, with the opportunity to resubmit. Upon acceptance of an article, the author(s) will receive further instructions on the publication process and initial article formatting for publication. For any questions about the submission process, contact us at submissions@journalofnonprofitinnovation.org.

For further APA Style information, please refer to the following sources:

1. Purdue OWL: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_style_introduction.html

2. Publication manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th ed. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association, 2020. https://apastyle.apa.org/