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Influencing Public Policy in the Digital Age
Learn about the best practices for nonprofits as they navigate digital advocacy.
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The Connection
Learn about best practices for affiliated organizations and the role 501(c)(4) organizations play in our democracy.
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Maximizing Your Advocacy
This guide helps nonprofit leaders maximize their advocacy by granting unused lobbying capacity from a (c)(3) to a (c)(4).
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Nonpartisan Advocacy in Partisan Times: How Foundations Can Support and Engage in Election Season Activities in Texas
While 501(c)(3) organizations have wide latitude to engage in issue-based advocacy and get-out-the-vote activities, both public and private foundations should be careful not to support or oppose candidates for public office. This co-branded guide with Philanthropy Advocates provides an overview of how foundations can interact with voters, candidates, and their grantees during an election year by engaging […]
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Practical Guidance: Virginia Nonprofit Voter Assistance
How state or local regulations may apply to your existing or proposed Get Out the Vote work...
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Practical Guidance: New Mexico Nonprofit Voter Assistance
How state or local regulations may apply to your existing or proposed Get Out the Vote work...
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Practical Guidance: New Hampshire Nonprofit Voter Assistance
How state or local regulations may apply to your existing or proposed Get Out the Vote work...
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Practical Guidance: Maine Nonprofit Voter Assistance
How state or local regulations may apply to your existing or proposed Get Out the Vote work...
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Practical Guidance: Illinois Nonprofit Voter Assistance
How state or local regulations may apply to your existing or proposed Get Out the Vote work...
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Practical Guidance: Georgia Nonprofit Voter Assistance
How state or local regulations may apply to your existing or proposed Get Out the Vote work ...
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Practical Guidance: California Nonprofit Voter Assistance
How state or local regulations may apply to your existing or proposed Get Out the Vote work...
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Practical Guidance: Pennsylvania Nonprofit Voter Assistance
How state or local regulations may apply to your existing or proposed Get Out the Vote work...

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Types of Organizations

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