NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Independent Sector (IS) released the results of a nationally representative survey of nonprofit institutions that found a significant decrease in nonprofit engagement in advocacy and lobbying over the last 20 years.

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Gail Perry Group

MARCH 13, 2025

Building Friendly Relationships with Government Officials: A Smart Strategy for Nonprofits [link] You might not realize it, but your local, state, and federal government officials can be some of your best allies. Many nonprofits dont think about cultivating relationships with government leadersbut they should. Yes, really. Reach out.

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Candid

OCTOBER 7, 2024

It was debating the details of the IRS classification of nonprofits—especially those related to politics. As election season heats up, discussions of “political” nonprofits is likely to continue. But what makes a nonprofit “political,” anyway? What are 501(c)(4) nonprofit organizations?

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Candid

AUGUST 7, 2024

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. nonprofits across the country.

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Community Boost

APRIL 17, 2025

Community engagement is how a nonprofit can grow, rally support, and create lasting change. When nonprofits do engagement right, they build trust and garner support well beyond a single donation. When nonprofits do engagement right, they build trust and garner support well beyond a single donation. What is Community Engagement?

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Grant Writer Team

MARCH 13, 2025

A 501(c)(19) is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS and is missioned to support veterans and military service members. They do this by engaging in lobbying efforts and raising awareness to ensure their voice is heard and their needs are met. Armed Forces to ensure a strong veteran-focused mission.

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Blue Avocado

JULY 17, 2023

Do you feel like your nonprofit is continually facing uphill battles when it comes to legislative advocacy? In our latest article, the author shares eleven insightful strategies to help your nonprofit effectively lobby legislators and make a tangible difference. You're not alone. Let's foster change together - one law at a time.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 23, 2023

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. This webinar talks about how nonprofit leaders can and should fundraise for advocacy. but it’s different.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 24, 2025

These charitable giving accounts, which are established by individual donors but managed by sponsoring organizations, have historically been a source of excitement for nonprofits. DAFs incentivize wealthy donors to give more without creating their own foundations, providing new opportunities for nonprofits to receive large donations.

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Selfish Giving

JANUARY 3, 2012

But is your nonprofit right for Pinterest? Maybe your nonprofit helps needy kids and you have a pinboard called “happy moments” to capture all the great things you’re doing for and with kids. I’ve talked about the benefits of your nonprofit being easily found online. Ask yourself these questions.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Six best practices for small ways your nonprofit can lead great change. It’s a simple act with a big impact—like what many of us do in the nonprofit sector. And just like many other nonprofits, the more you start trying to address this need in your community, the more you realize the issue is a lot bigger than you originally thought.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

While some might not think of labor unions as part of the social sector, they are in fact 501(c)(5) nonprofits and have been included in Candid’s data tools for years. Within the tax code , unions are designated as nonprofit organizations under section 501(c)(5), a designation they share with agricultural or horticultural organizations.

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GiveSmart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Gathering desirable and exciting silent auction items shouldnt cost your nonprofit much money! Look at whats available and see if the person or organization is willing to donate some of their space to your nonprofit. Usually, charity golf outings offer mulligan packs to golfers and teams, limiting how many each team can have.

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DoJiggy

JUNE 18, 2024

Nonprofit organizations play a crucial role in addressing social, educational, and cultural needs in our society. Understanding the different types of 501c nonprofit organizations and how they fundraise can help you choose the right structure for your mission and maximize your fundraising efforts. Here are the most common ones.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MAY 29, 2024

The company's giving patterns showed they supported STEM initiatives and typically supported nonprofits only within a 30-mile radius. I realize many fundraisers want to show or demonstrate or say everything about the nonprofit to the major gift donor. The food bank headquarters was 60 miles away.

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Selfish Giving

JUNE 3, 2011

Nancy had some strong opinions—such as how some agencies are misleading and overcharging their nonprofit clients—that didn’t sit well with some of the people I spoke to during the break. So whether it was listening to presenters in the main ballroom or networking in the lobby, we had some much needed elbow room.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 18, 2011

This year footwear and apparel maker Puma is promoting a cause marketing promotion that benefits Soles4Souls , a nonprofit that provides shoes to poor people around the globe. But the idea could work at a bank, health club, the lobby of a skyscraper or where gym equipment is sold. The hospital has its own marathon day promotion.

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Candid

APRIL 7, 2022

Some run small, volunteer-based organizations; others run major nonprofits. A 2020 Echoing Green study found that nonprofits led by Black women received less funding than those run by white women or Black men. At a recent NDBN Lobby Day on Capitol Hill, White was scheduled to meet with Congressional staffers, along with Goldblum.

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The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Because think tanks often influence public policy – for nonprofits and commercial entities – funders often seek to invest in them. Husock does offer a caveat regarding lobbying activities. A full copy of the report is available here: [link] The post Thinking About Funding Think Tanks appeared first on The NonProfit Times.

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Tech Soup

JULY 21, 2014

This is the first of a three-part blog series I have prepared pertaining to the Federal tax aspects of tax-exempt organizations, more commonly known as nonprofits. I spent the last 18 years of my career examining nonprofit organizations of different types. Tax Resources for Nonprofits. Charitable Organizations and the IRS.

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Gail Perry Group

MARCH 13, 2025

Building Friendly Relationships with Government Officials: A Smart Strategy for Nonprofits [link] In this time of drastic governmental funding cuts, many nonprofit leaders are wondering whether and how to be in touch with their elected officials. They may be making funding decisions that impact your nonprofits mission!

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 15, 2009

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. Lower the amount of electricity we consume.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

This information can then be used both in your organization's lobbying efforts and to empower your donor-base. This webinar is appropriate for nonprofits and libraries interested in geocoding and legislative matching. Questions addressed during this webinar include: What does Azavea's Cicero API do?

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DoJiggy

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

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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Sharpshooter Communications

AUGUST 13, 2021

Here is a simplified version of the MOST COMMON TYPES of nonprofit designations. Dana’s plain English: It’s a legit nonprofit that gets most of its operating revenues from donations - not fees for service - and doesn’t have investments that pay dividends. Dana: It’s a nonprofit that exists only to support another nonprofit.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 3, 2009

I’m thrilled that I’ve successfully navigated the Russian interface here in the hotel lobby to be able to log in and post on my blog! I’m here to teach a class at the NGO Masterschool for Nonprofits this week and will be sharing some with you, my readers, about what fundraising is like in non-communist Russia.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 28, 2012

These donated access points and controllers offer a number of benefits to your nonprofit, library, or foundation. Also: Brocade hardware can help address WiFi overload in high-use environments, like conference rooms, auditoriums, classrooms, and lobbies.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

In my previous post, we walked through the basics of what a network is, and how one could benefit your nonprofit. You can wirelessly connect desktops, laptops, and printers to your network with hardware from the Brocade Donation Program or develop your nonprofit's wired and wireless network with hardware from the Cisco Donation Program.

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Qgiv

MARCH 5, 2024

Understanding the different types of nonprofits and their IRS classifications is crucial if you’re looking to make a positive impact in your community by starting a nonprofit. The diverse amounts of nonprofits play a vital role in addressing societal needs and helping their communities. What is a nonprofit organization?

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Nonprofits rely on donations and unless you are independently wealthy and able to self-fund your organization, you’ll need to share with folks a request for donations. Listen, starting a nonprofit is NOT a “build it and they will come” activity. Your nonprofit is just the conduit for donors to accomplish their philanthropic desires.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2017

Effective storytelling means nonprofits can reach more people, touch more hearts, and create bigger impact. TechSoup's NetSquared meetups will bring local nonprofits free digital storytelling workshops in more than 40 cities between August and October. The world is better when nonprofits can better tell their story.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 28, 2024

A recent State of the Sector webinar on Advocacy in Nonprofit Organizations in my community led to reflection on how opportunities to be an advocate present themselves in my career as a grant professional. I came away with a fresh perspective on how grant professionals advocate for the causes, populations, and organizations they serve daily.

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Critical Fundraising

MARCH 7, 2023

Lobby for training to be put in place if it is not provided. Lobby organisations at Levels 1 and 2 to make relevant structural changes. Level 3 – individual Attend relevant training/workshops etc. especially if you are a man. Confront non-inclusive behaviours.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Walk-a-thons are a staple of schools and nonprofits all over the country. 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. Similar fundraisers are popular with nonprofits, too. Hold a work-a-thon. But work-a-thons are a little different.

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Selfish Giving

APRIL 29, 2020

For example, just plug in, oh, I don't know.how about Hobby Lobby. One of the best and easiest things your nonprofit could be doing right now is content curation and becoming a thought leader on social media. Three lessons on how your nonprofit can spread SGN! The Business Roundtable is a joke. ?? ?? Marketing Your Cause 1.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2022

Matt Hugg, President and Founder, Nonprofit.Courses – He’s the author of the Guide to Nonprofit Consulting, and teaches nonprofit management at several universities, via the web, and in-person in the United States, Africa, Asia and Europe. What’s a Nonprofit? Let’s begin. Your Mission. Discuss that too.

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The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 7, 2024

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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