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Unions and their role in the social sector

Candid

National unions tend to deal with overall strategy, and frequently provide programs and resources for the locals. Unions finance these activities largely with direct dues from members. . million on lobbying. . Locals tend to deal directly with members, handle contract negotiations, and conduct on-the-ground organizing.

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Grant Professionals as Advocates

Grant Professionals Association

As grant professionals, we embody these ideals when we research the issues and collaborate with executive, programmatic, communications, and finance staff at our organizations to gather the details necessary for a strong proposal and organize them into a call to action for the funder.

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

DoJiggy

Nonprofits demand more from managers, especially when it comes to finances. Your nonprofit needs to manage its finances responsibly to be prepared for these thin donation times. What are your current finances, and where do you expect to be next quarter, next year, and the following five years?

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A Guide for Private Foundations: Tax Exemption and 990-PF Filing Requirements

Blue Avocado

Similarly, involvement in lobbying activities by private foundations is also limited. Consequences of Failing to File Form 990-PF Failing to file Form 990-PF returns can result in serious consequences for both your organization’s finances and its overall status.

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Nonprofit Board Member Onboarding: 12 Things to Cover

Qgiv

Consider having a separate session to discuss your organization’s finances. Do your best to make this an educational opportunity for your own finances and nonprofit finance in general. The finance discussion could be your most important ever in your new board member training.

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Fundraising Coupling: Fiscal Sponsorship Under Section 501c4

The NonProfit Times

lobbying), and may engage in limited electioneering or political activity. For example, the Section 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor may require guarantees that the funds disbursed are not used for lobbying. Section 501(c)(4) organizations are subject to different tax rules than Section 501(c)(3) organizations.

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Marketing Your Summer Camp: 5 Successful Strategies

Fundly

Camp directors and staff members plan activities, manage camp finances, fundraise , maintain camp facilities and equipment, and more. For example, if several of your campers attend the same church, you might reach out to this church and ask if you can provide them with promotional camp pamphlets for their front lobby.