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New Advocacy Resource for Coalitions
Alliance for Justice’s Bolder Advocacy program is pleased to release our new guide, Advocacy Resource: Coalition Checklist. Working in coalition is a cost-effective way for groups to create lasting change and achieve common goals, yet questions often arise about how to do so effectively.
Wondering what is OK to put in advocacy evaluation reports to funders?
Evaluating nonprofit advocacy work to influence policy often raises questions for nonprofits, and for outside evaluators when they are present. It’s important to get credit for the advocacy work that’s been done, but no one wants to raise flags about lobbying and other activities that might make funders or nonprofit board members nervous. It’s not always clear to those doing evaluations how generous the Federal rules for advocacy work are.
The State of the Union and You - Bolder Advocacy
Thinking about watching tonight’s State of the Union and wondering whether and how your organization can respond? If the President mentions an issue core to your mission, can you comment? The answer is YES: 501(c)(3) organizations may speak out and hold government officials accountable for their actions.
Who is a candidate? - Bolder Advocacy
With the 2018 midterms coming up, Bolder Advocacy has already been hearing from nonprofits that want to be engaged and involved in the democratic process. With that in mind, here are a couple of reminders going into the season: First, a 501(c)(3) organization is prohibited from engaging in partisan political activity. This means 501(c)(3) organizations cannot support or oppose candidates for public office and they must remain nonpartisan.
Bolder Advocacy Releases New Resource on Lobbying - Bolder Advocacy
Has your organization just started to engage in lobbying? Are you wondering how you can be most effective when lobbying your representatives? Bolder Advocacy has a new resource for organizations that are new to lobbying. Amplify Your Voice: Lobbying Do’s and Don’ts offers tips and suggestions on how to prepare for your lobbying visit, what to expect, and how to make the most of your time. Most lobbying visits are short—perhaps only 15 minutes or less.
California Ballot Measures: What’s On The Ballot And What Can Nonprofits Do About It?
Written by Sarah Hunter, with contributions from Shyaam Subramanian and Sara Matlin This November, Californians will get the chance to vote on seventeen state-wide ballot measures, including eliminating the death penalty, legalizing marijuana, and tightening gun control. Voters in many local jurisdictions will also see additional measures on their ballots. Nonprofits can play a crucial role in the outcome of these ballot measures.
Responding to the 2016 Debates
This election cycle’s presidential debates could see record-breaking viewership with all of the major networks broadcasting the debates, and several other sites live streaming them. AFJ has seen an increase in the number of questions from nonprofits during the nominating conventions and earlier primary debates, and interest is only growing as we draw closer to election day.
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