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

ASU Lodestar Center

Public policy and the nonprofit sector. 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. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. A missed opportunity.

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Research Friday: Current Status of Arizona's Philanthropic Resources

ASU Lodestar Center

Arizona Grantmakers Forum. Today, we welcome Marissa Theisen of Arizona Grantmakers Forum to discuss findings from the 2010 Arizona Giving Report. Today, we welcome Marissa Theisen of Arizona Grantmakers Forum to discuss findings from the 2010 Arizona Giving Report. Marissa Theisen , President & CEO.

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Ask a Nonprofit Specialist: What does the repeal of Arizona's solicitation law mean to my nonprofit?

ASU Lodestar Center

Question: How have the requirements for charitable solicitation registration in Arizona changed with new legislation? Is this good or bad for nonprofits in Arizona? This should not be confused with the Corporate Annual Report required by the Arizona Corporation Commission , which is still required. Let’s hope.

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'Thanks to Public Allies, I am Now, and Forever, an Agent of Impact'

ASU Lodestar Center

posted by Emma Mones Class 12 Public Ally. Therefore, I took a leap of faith, took “the road less traveled,” and applied for Public Allies Arizona. I’ve had the chance to exercise my public speaking skills, increase my professionalism, and—most importantly—inspire others to do something great.

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[Breaking News] An Extraordinary Funding Opportunity For Nonprofits To Preserve Local Journalism

Bloomerang

Loss of investigative reporting: Investigative journalism, which is often resource-intensive, has suffered in many areas, leading to reduced oversight of local government and institutions. Hope FM in Port Huron, MI and KAWC Colorado River Public Media in Yuma, Arizona.

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Ask a Nonprofit Specialist: Legal protection of control within public charities

ASU Lodestar Center

Question: I am the interested in starting a public charity, and I want to legally protect my influence and ability to control the affairs of the organization. Long answer: Public charities are an IRS designation of organizations that are organized and operated for exempt purposes. How can I do this? Short answer: You can’t.

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Happy Birthday! The Charitable Deduction Turns 100

ASU Lodestar Center

To provide some relief for these steep rates, the federal government provided ways for households to reduce their taxable income. The charitable deduction is a vital nexus between the general public, the nonprofit organizations they support, and government policy. Urban Institute publications. How does the deduction work?

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