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501(c)(4)s: Political powerhouses or misunderstood nonprofits? 

Candid

They do, however, face restrictions when it comes to political activity: 501(c)(3)s are only allowed to lobby in very limited circumstances and are banned from most election-related activities other than nonpartisan voter education and registration. When it comes to political activity, 501(c)(4)s can engage in unlimited lobbying.

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How nonprofits can engage in policy advocacy now 

Candid

As a 2023 Independent Sector study noted, only 31% of nonprofits surveyed in 2022 reported engaging in advocacy or lobbying or both in the last five years, and only 25% reported ever lobbying, down from 74% in 2000. Most nonprofits make the same choice.

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NEW THINKING: Blog digest – November/December 2022

Critical Fundraising

Choice quote: “The secrecy enjoyed by DAFs has generated a whole lobbying movement focused on defending so-called donor privacy. And then we get a paycheck and a thank-you note for doing so.” Craig Kennedy outlines his solutions.

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31 Unique Ideas for Small Church Fundraisers

Qgiv

Then, set up booths in your lobby or a common gathering area so your members can peruse goods for sale before or after a Sunday service. Print every story or fun fact out on sheets of paper and display them gallery-style in your church lobby for a set period of time. Adopt-a-mile fundraiser for mission trips. Request Your Demo.

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Unlocking equity by investing in broad outreach and deep community organizing 

Candid

For example, after the 2022 mid-term elections, the faith-based ISAIAH coalition in Minnesota switched gears to policy advocacy and won a sweeping pro-democracy and pro-equity state-level legislative agenda in 2023 that included restoring the voting rights of returning citizens and paid family and medical leave.

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An Essential Guide to Nonprofit Financial Management (Best Practices and Tips)

DoJiggy

Key Elements of Nonprofit Financial Management In 2022, religious, charitable, and social welfare organizations eclipsed 1.49 Avoid supporting political or lobbying campaigns. You also need policies to stay up-to-date with compliance and reporting requirements. million in number. Comply with state tax requirements as well as federal.