Grant Writer Team

AUGUST 7, 2025

Nonprofits play a vital role in shaping our communities, policies, and daily lives. Nonprofits are also prohibited from engaging in political campaigning or endorsing candidates for public office, though they may engage in limited lobbying. Whether you’re a donor, volunteer, or curious community member, it pays to be informed.

Lobbying

The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The 78-page report provides insight into how nonprofit leaders view their role in public policy advocacy and engagement. The Pursuit of Influence follows Independent Sector’s 2023 report, The Retreat of Influence , which filled a 20-year gap in nationally representative data on whether and how nonprofits advocate around public policy.

Policy

Candid

AUGUST 7, 2024

Discussing budgets and policy was uncomfortable for the partner—and not something her nonprofit typically does. Despite working in diverse geographies and issue areas—from environmental justice to workforce development, arts education to grief support—these nonprofits share similar concerns about the risk of engaging in policy advocacy.

Policy

The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 21, 2024

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 In 2023, 79 cases were filed, while 2024 is projected to be 58 cases. million and $2.7

Lobbying

Candid

JULY 8, 2024

Tackling root causes involves year-round voter engagement and policy advocacy. Community organizing fosters deep and broad engagement beyond elections In a healthy democracy, community members have a say in the policy decisions that impact their daily lives both during and between elections.

Policy