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How can nonprofits implement a strategic public policy agenda to achieve greater impact?

ASU Lodestar Center

Public policy at all levels of government has the ability to threaten the work of all nonprofits (National Council of Nonprofits, 2019). Notably, about 32% of nonprofit funding comes from government contracts and grants. Organizational support is a precondition for successful public policy advocacy. A missed opportunity.

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How World Wildlife Fund Used Segmentation to Activate Social Influencers for Their Cause

Connection Cafe

For nonprofits interested in engaging supporters in online advocacy, this is especially true. government to take action against climate change. Congress makes laws. Identify your social media influencers: WWF used Attentive.ly The Oracle at Delphi told Oedipus “Know thyself!” The Facebook whiteboard video reached over 3.3

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Why All Companies Must Explore the Role of Ethics in Technology

Cloud 4 Good

Salesforce, for example, founded its Office of Ethical and Humane Use to help build and foster a culture of responsibility as it relates to technology use, instilling a strategic framework around product, law, policy, and ethics to ensure the humane use of technology across Salesforce’s many clouds.

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Does Your Nonprofit Need Legal Counsel About Using Social Media?

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Here’s a sampling: Our organization does advocacy around some policy issues. It is an thorough guide for the most common legal, governance, and fundraising compliance issues facing nonprofits. Her writing style is less lawyerly, and well, human. A check list to work through with your legal counsel: 1.)

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How to Start a Nonprofit: 12 Essential Steps for Success

Bloomerang

Consider whether your community has a wide range of potential giving sources willing to help out, including individual donors , corporate sponsors, foundations, and government agencies. Look into relevant laws regarding starting a nonprofit in your community. Look into pro-bono services offered by local bar associations or law firms.

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The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations. 15th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium. Jan 24 - 25.

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Still More Tips for Election Planning

Connection Cafe

PAC activity and communication about endorsements is governed by the Federal Election Commission, and communication is usually limited to people who are considered “members” of the organization. 501(c)4 - Advocate to Congress, legislative bodies and members to influence decisions on policy issues and bills.

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