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A Beginner’s Guide to Lobbying for Nonprofits

Blue Avocado

The Context: Nonprofits steer clear of lobbying for many reasons having to do with knowledge, experience, and stigma. The post A Beginner’s Guide to Lobbying for Nonprofits appeared first on Blue Avocado. For example, many nonprofit leaders don’t know that […].

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Are 501(c)(4) Organizations Eligible for Grants?

Grant Writer Team

Unlike 501(c)(3) charities, these organizations can engage in lobbying and political advocacy if related to their mission. These 501(c)(4) organizations may accept unlimited corporate and personal donations and are often used to engage in lobbying activity, issue advocacy, or political activity.

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Health Nonprofits Spending Millions Lobbying

The NonProfit Times

Four nonprofit healthcare organizations were the top spenders when it came to lobbying Congress for healthcare policy changes. The American Hospital Association (AHA) was the top spender on lobbying during the second quarter at $6.46 The post Health Nonprofits Spending Millions Lobbying appeared first on The NonProfit Times.

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What is a 501(c)(19) and How Do They Benefit Our Veterans?

Grant Writer Team

Armed Forces are highly trained in logistics, engineering, and crisis management. They do this by engaging in lobbying efforts and raising awareness to ensure their voice is heard and their needs are met. To qualify, at least 75% of its membership must consist of current or former members of the U.S. Furthermore, members of the U.S.

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[Webinar] Fundraising for Advocacy and Advocacy Organizations

CauseVox

Larry Kaplan, a nonprofit consultant who has an extensive background in advocacy, political campaigns, nonprofit management and fundraising, is well-versed on the similarities and differences. Fundraising for Advocacy and Advocacy Organizations is the same as fundraising for Service and Project Providers. but it’s different.

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

DoJiggy

Managing a nonprofit organization has its unique challenges. Nonprofits demand more from managers, especially when it comes to finances. Nonprofit financial management requires greater transparency and increased contingency planning of your budget. You have more than a few boxes to tick to comply with the IRS and other agencies.

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How Nonprofits Can Positively Impact Climate Change on Blog Action Day 2009

Tech Soup

Unless your nonprofit or library is also running a power plant, I suspect you can do little other than lobbying your representatives to affect number 1; however, you have it within your power (pun intended) to reduce your energy use. These features are the ones that automatically turn off your monitor and put your computer to sleep.