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​A nonprofit Swiss Army knife: How fiscal sponsorship works to help advance shared goals

Candid

Fiscal sponsorships also enable existing nonprofits to collaborate by pooling and administering funds toward a shared goal. This, at scale, might begin to address the imbalance of power over policy between the nonprofit sector and the corporate sector, which pours immense resources into lobbying for their business interests.

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Are 501(c)(4) Organizations Eligible for Grants?

Grant Writer Team

However, funding is always a concern. Read on to learn about how to secure funding for your cause and find the perfect grant writer to help you do it. Securing funding for your cause requires time, strategy, and a strong grant proposal. Connect you with experienced grant writers dedicated to helping you secure funding.

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Nonprofit vs. not-for-profit: Definitions and differences

Bonterra

Nonprofit vs. not-for-profit organizations Where nonprofits serve a broad purpose for the public good with funding from donations and grants , not-for-profit organizations serve a smaller community or member base and are primarily funded by membership dues and fees.

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NPO Leaders Walking An Advocacy Tightrope

The NonProfit Times

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.

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How nonprofits can engage in policy advocacy now 

Candid

In June 2024, Florida governor Ron DeSantis vetoed $32 million in state funding for nonprofit arts organizations. As I discussed next steps with a nonprofit partner—like educating their community about the impact of this loss of funding—concerns about engaging in “political talk” emerged. But they don’t have to.

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Thinking About Funding Think Tanks

The NonProfit Times

Think tanks are known for their research functions, but their public information and policy change roles are equally vital parts of their operations. Because think tanks often influence public policy – for nonprofits and commercial entities – funders often seek to invest in them.

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Fundraising Coupling: Fiscal Sponsorship Under Section 501c4

The NonProfit Times

The sponsor, in turn, makes available to the project the funds raised for the project. lobbying), and may engage in limited electioneering or political activity. For many reasons, particularly for donors motivated to fund advocacy work, donations to a social sponsor may be an attractive option.