Application Lobbying Policy 
Candid
JUNE 4, 2025
At a time when new organizations are seeing significant delays in the review of their 501(c)(3) applications and when we need fresh approaches to solving challenges, fiscal sponsorship can play a crucial role. Fiscal sponsors in the United States currently steward over $2.6 billion, supporting an estimated 40,000 distinct projects.
Grant Writer Team
APRIL 3, 2025
Furthermore, it is vital to read and re-read your grant application before submission to guarantee the grant-maker receives a compelling proposal from your organization. Unlike 501(c)(3) charities, these organizations can engage in lobbying and political advocacy if related to their mission. What makes a 501(c)(4) Unique?
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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.
Sharpshooter Communications
AUGUST 13, 2021
link] I saw this on an application recently and thought, “Well, that’s easy.” They are allowed to lobby as a primary activity but they cannot support political candidates. Yeah, there was no lobbying involved there. It’s a simple question for grant seekers in the US: What is your organization’s tax status?
DoJiggy
MARCH 5, 2024
Non-discrimination Policy An essential criterion for many 501(c)(3) organizations, especially those in educational settings, is the adoption of a non-discrimination policy. This policy must apply to the organization’s hiring practices, clientele services, and membership criteria, ensuring inclusivity and fairness.
DoJiggy
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
You also need policies to stay up-to-date with compliance and reporting requirements. Other examples of internal controls include: Requiring team members to log out of applications or computers when not using them. Write policies and processes that encourage oversight, control, and transparency. million in number.
Blue Avocado
JULY 16, 2024
Some organizations spend millions of dollars on outside consultants to develop and publicize their values — you may see them in fancy plaques or posters in the lobbies of their buildings and emblazoned on company literature. On the other side of the spectrum are values we signpost with everything we’ve got.
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