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Nonprofit advocacy: 5 strategies for successful campaigns

Bonterra

What’s the difference between advocacy and lobbying? All lobbying is advocacy, but not all advocacy is lobbying. Lobbying refers specifically to efforts that influence legislation, such as asking a policymaker to vote a certain way. Ready to see what unified advocacy can do?

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Primary School Fundraising Ideas for Every Season | Big Fundraising Ideas

Big Fundraising Ideas

Winter Fundraising (January and February) Why it works: After the indulgences of the holidays, many people are ready for healthier habits. Printer Cartridges & Electronics: Arrange a collection box for used cartridges or small electronics in the school lobby. Ready to amplify your school fundraising success ?

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The 2024 Election: A Grant Writer’s Post Mortem

Seliger + Associates Grant Writing

In early 1981, I went to Washington DC for a NAHRO (National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials) conference and some lobbying on the Hill. If you need help, S + A is tan, fit, and ready to rock ‘n’ roll. Those quaint days of polite but firm political disagreements are long gone, much to our collective detriment.

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Day in the Life of a Fellow

HSF House

I awoke around 7am to get ready and dressed to get ready for the law firm Kesar & Co who specialize in prison law. I got a peach iced tea and a chocolate croissant and sat with a couple fellows until it was time to head to the lobby of our apartment to meet up with the group to commute to the law firm.

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Measure What You Value: Designing a Values-based Performance Appraisal System

Blue Avocado

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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Is Your Organization Following 501(c)(3) Donation Rules?

DoJiggy

Limitations on Political Activities – A scientific research institute that does not participate in political campaigns or lobbying. Ready to enhance your donation management practices? Nonprofit Status – A charitable organization that uses all of its donations to support homeless shelters and food banks.

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Types of Nonprofits: A Comprehensive Guide

Qgiv

Political organizations: Political nonprofits engage in advocacy, lobbying, and political activities to influence legislation and public policy. Ready to get started? This type of organization usually supports various initiatives by distributing grants to nonprofits aligned with their mission.