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Grant Writing and the Perfect Storytelling

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Consider this story, which has changed state laws throughout the U.S.: Before MADD, there were little to no legal consequences for driving while intoxicated; her organization transformed American attitudes about drunk driving and successfully fought for stricter laws across the country. Start Your Grant Proposal with a Story.

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Litigating a Path to Progress: Nonprofit Advocacy through the Courts

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It was clear that Congress was not going to take up real efforts to reform broken immigration laws. While we knew we couldn’t fix the entire system, we believed we could use the courts to create better laws under which we brought our clients’ cases. Some we litigate ourselves, and some we co-counsel with other nonprofits and law firms.

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Women Rise Up Against War: Rae Abileah of CODEPINK

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CODEPINK rejects the Bush administration's fear-based politics that justify violence, and instead calls for policies based on compassion, kindness and a commitment to international law. Check out our local spotlight with great action photos on our site. to create the foundations of a women’s movement for peace and justice.

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