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As we approach a critical election year, understanding the fine line between political advocacy and maintaining your nonprofit's 501(c)(3) status is more important than ever. In my latest blog post, I break down what every nonprofit leader needs to know to navigate this challenging terrain. From safeguarding your organization’s mission to empowering your beneficiaries, this guide is packed with actionable insights. ✅ Learn how to advocate for your cause without risking your nonprofit's status. ✅ Understand the boundaries of cause-related advocacy. ✅ Equip yourself with strategies to engage your community legally and effectively. 📝 Don't let 2024 catch you off guard. Dive into the full article and prepare your nonprofit for what's ahead! https://lnkd.in/dmTEv4jW #NonprofitLeadership #PoliticalAdvocacy #501c3 #NonprofitStrategy #2024Elections #CauseAdvocacy #RiskManagement

The current political moment is a good reminder that nonprofits play a crucial role in shaping public policy and driving social change by amplifying voices, mobilizing communities, and holding power accountable. There are many misconceptions about the role of nonprofits in advocacy. Read our white papers to learn more about your nonprofit can engage in advocacy! https://lnkd.in/g4tPUARt

The multicultural youth GOTV guide that my colleague Henry A.J. Ramos I have been working on has been released! While it is focused on California youth-serving nonprofits, it is mostly transferable to other states. Consult the The Democracy Capacity Project voter assistance guide for your state for supplemental information. The guide is geared towards helping nonprofits turn out young voters of color, but the its recommendations are applicable for GOTV generally. If you work for any nonprofit with a client base, here are two things you can do this year to turn them out to vote: 1. Make sure they are registered to vote! Census data indicates that about 80% of persons who register to vote in a presidential election year actually go out and vote. This is likely because of all the television, radio, and social media messaging that takes place  combined with having just recently having registered. In a sense, new voters in a presidential election year have a GOTV campaign aimed at them from a number of sources. So if you can only do one thing this year, make sure your clients get registered to vote this year. (N.B., we only see this phenomenon during a presidential election year.) 2. If you can only do two things this year, make sure to remind your clients to vote and let them know that their vote matters and they are making a difference! Recent research on voter turnout shows that nonprofit clients are particularly receptive to nonpartisan GOTV campaigns supported by nonprofits they have worked with, and that their turnout rates increase significantly when they are encouraged to vote by those nonprofits. Nonprofit engagement can improve the turnout rates across all categories of voters, and has been shown to make significant improvements in turnout rates for young voters, voters of color, and low-income voters. Improving turnout rates attracts the attention of political campaigns that focus on high-propensity voters. This attention in turn engages voters further and encourages even higher turnout. It’s a virtuous cycle once folks start voting! Make sure to turn out your clients and community to vote this year! #youthvoting #GOTV #nonprofits #nonprofitorganizations #bolderadvocacy #IRPPE #elections

Dive into the action: Recapping Nonprofit Policy Progress in 2023 with 8 Interactive Maps! While federal policy news in 2023 may have been frustrating for nonprofit organizations, there was a lot of activity at the state level. Explore the National Council of Nonprofits' interactive 2023 state-level policy recap. Learn more about how each state addressed: 💰 Tax Policies 📈 Budgets & Spending 👥 Employment 🖋️Government Grants & Contracts Reform 📣 Nonprofit Advocacy Rights 🚀 Additional Nonprofit Policy & Advocacy Topics Get the scoop and see how these new laws could affect your nonprofit: https://buff.ly/4b7XJM2 This handy resource can help your organization plan for action in 2024. Don't miss out – gear up for success today! #NonprofitPolicy #StateLegislation #2023Recap #CommunityImpact 🌱

💥 Nonprofit leaders need to understand how civic engagement, advocacy and lobbying affect nonprofits. Independent Sector reports that the Return on Investment (ROI) in nonprofit advocacy s $115 to $1. Learn how to assure that your organization is a leader in civic engagement and is using these powerful tools. REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/evy6Kf4M 🗓 Mon, Apr 22, 2024 ⏰ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm 

Think nonprofits can't get involved in politics? Think again! There's a lot of misinformation out there about what 501(c)(3) organizations can legally do during election cycles, and it's time to set the record straight. In my latest blog post, I break down the rules and offer actionable steps for nonprofit leaders who want to make a real impact without jeopardizing their status. From voter education to issue advocacy, your nonprofit has a vital role to play in the 2024 election. 📢 Ready to empower your organization? Dive into the full post here: https://lnkd.in/eC7H8jcB #Nonprofits #2024Election #CivicEngagement #NonprofitLeadership #PoliticalAdvocacy #SocialImpact #NonprofitStrategy #Vote2024

The success of implementing advocacy within nonprofit organizations lies in its ability to mobilize communities, influence decision makers and drive policy changes that address systemic issues. By amplifying the voices of those they serve, nonprofits can effect real change and create a more just and equitable society for the future. #nonprofitwork #PulseForGood #innovation #mentalhealthadvocacy

Advocates play a crucial role in the success of any nonprofit organization, acting as the driving force behind its mission and outreach. Having an active network of advocates is one of the key pillars of having a successful nonprofit. If you are a board member, nonprofit leader, staff, or volunteer, join the conversation about advocacy on August 20th at 1pm! Ignite. Inspire. Grow.

Advocacy can accomplish what direct services alone cannot. Used effectively, advocacy can bring attention to legislative gaps, address needed reforms, preserve nonprofit resources, and more. Advocacy encompasses a wide range of activities designed to influence public opinion and policy. Examples include: ✅Public education ✅Grassroots organizing ✅Nonpartisan voter engagement ✅Litigation ✅Coalition building ✅Lobbying Lobbying is a form of advocacy that attempts to influence specific legislation. Nonprofits can, and often should, lobby at all levels of government. The federal government supports lobbying by 501(c)3 organizations through the 1976 Lobby Law and 1990 IRS regulations. Learn more here👉https://lnkd.in/gimRNuqE #FLnonprofits #nonprofits #nonprofitresources #nonprofitadvocacy #FNA #FL #philanthropy

For those that in #nonprofit leadership, #advocacy and #communityengagement is key to any organization's success. The Independent Sector on April 16th is providing a focus group on those subjects. Increase your #socialimpact and #engagement. Click below for more information and to sign up. #nonprofitleadership #professionaldevelopment