Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP)

Great news! ... BREAKING: The Office of Management and Budget has rescinded its memo pausing all agency grants and loans. While we hope this will enable people in Maine communities and across the country to breathe a sigh of relief, this week’s experience is likely a preview of future efforts to delay or restrict funding. Now is the time for nonprofits receiving federal funding to shore up their networks and make contingency plans.

An update: Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans. The administrative stay lasts until Monday afternoon and applies only to existing programs. https://lnkd.in/eevtsdcY

Last night, the Trump Administration announced an immediate freeze of federal grant, loan, and other financial assistance funds as of 5pm today pending review of their compliance with executive orders it has issued in the past week. As of this writing, our partners at the National Council of Nonprofits, together with public health and small business leaders, have just filed a Motion for Temporary Restraining Order in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to block the White House Office of Management and Budget from pausing all federal agency grants and loans. Find more information on our blog: https://lnkd.in/egaMBaap Actions to Take Now: ➡ Draw Down Federal Funds - If you receive federal funds, we recommend drawing down funds before 5pm today. Some funds may already be inaccessible. ➡ Share Your Story - MANP is working closely with local, regional, and national partners to tell the story of the potential impacts of this sweeping action on Maine people and communities should this freeze move forward. If your organization's mission is impacted by this executive order, or any of the other Executive Orders, please complete this brief form: https://lnkd.in/e3-Bxidt This is a quickly moving issue, and we will be keeping our network informed as developments occur.

Reminder that our MindEdge discount for members has been extended through January, so you have a few more days to take advantage of 20% off of courses specifically designed for nonprofit professionals. View available courses here: https://lnkd.in/gau6KqUc

As of January 1, 2025, all charitable nonprofits in Maine are now eligible for sales tax exemption. This means approximately 5,000 organizations across Maine (like yours!) could save a collective $10 million per year. We'll cover everything you need to know during our webinar tomorrow, January 22nd, including: • How the exemption works • Which purchases qualify for sales tax exemption • What steps you’ll need to take to gain the exemption certificate from Maine Revenue Services Register to join us here: https://lnkd.in/eMfSPPVP

Such great conversation at yesterday's Women in Leadership event at USM. Thanks to everyone who attended, and of course to panelists Jacqueline Edmondson, Melissa Boyd, and Jennifer Hutchins.

This is going to be a great conversation tomorrow! Register now to reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/emav3D9n

This Friday! MANP Connects: Telling Our Stories, Shaping Our Impact. Our MANP Connects program is a space to share about opportunities and challenges facing Maine nonprofits and communities, so it seemed like a natural fit to kick off our 2025 gatherings with a session centered on storytelling. Our featured guests place storytelling at the center of their work, and we can't wait to hear from them. This event is free to attend and all are welcome. Please join us! https://lnkd.in/ec8ETzpT

We're looking for our newest teammate to join us in 2025! MANP is hiring a Marketing & Development Manager - an organized, creative relationship builder who will inspire new, continued, and increased support of the organization by building an appreciation for and understanding of MANP’s programs, services, and impact. Sound like a fit for you or someone you know? We'd love to hear from you! You can find the full job description on our website: https://lnkd.in/eBzr5J2A

Our 2025 Nonprofit Day is less than a month away! This is such a great opportunity to tour the State House, network with peers, and connect with legislators to show them what an amazing impact our nonprofits have on the state. We hope you'll join us! Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGfU-nQP