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How nonprofits can engage in policy advocacy now 

Candid

In June 2024, Florida governor Ron DeSantis vetoed $32 million in state funding for nonprofit arts organizations. As I discussed next steps with a nonprofit partner—like educating their community about the impact of this loss of funding—concerns about engaging in “political talk” emerged. Most nonprofits make the same choice.

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Thinking About Funding Think Tanks

The NonProfit Times

Husock does offer a caveat regarding lobbying activities. As a rule, independent think tanks do not take formal policy positions as an organization, in part because of restrictions, in the United States at least, on lobbying on the part of nonprofit tax-exempt organizations,” Husock wrote.

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PTO Spending Ideas: How Can PTO Funds Be Used?

DoJiggy

They want to build a school playground or fund scholarships for new students. Are there inappropriate ways to spend PTO funds? In this blog, we’ll explore PTO spending, how PTO funds can be used, what purchases are appropriate, and some important considerations to keep in mind when allocating funds.

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Crafting Effective Tours with a Major Gifts Strategy

The Fundraiser Coach

Align impact with donor values or corporate social responsibility ideals Since the food bank doesn't fit neatly into the usual funding goals of this company, I agreed this was an important opportunity (but the "one bite at the apple" moved the team into a scarcity mindset). Here were my suggestions to make it more strategic.

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PUMA Runs Wicked Fah with Marathon Cause Marketing

Selfish Giving

But the idea could work at a bank, health club, the lobby of a skyscraper or where gym equipment is sold. We recently partnered with LevelUp , a Google-funded company, which has launched the first local deal site that drives loyalty and brings in new customers who keep coming back again and again.

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What Are the Different Types of 501c Nonprofit Organizations?

DoJiggy

They are restricted in their lobbying activities and are prohibited from political campaign activities. Examples : schools, churches, animal shelters Fundraising :: Donations : The primary source of funding, often encouraged by the tax-deductible nature of contributions.

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How Lessons Learned From Fighting Food Insecurity Can Help Your Nonprofit

Blue Avocado

After many years of lobbying and hard work, the GSA was passed, enabling all parties to help people. The more intensive your partnership is, the more information you need on your partners (especially if there’s any kind of funding involved). Interested in getting involved in lobbying, for example?