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Greetings, readers!

This week’s Leadership newsletter returns to the chaos unfolding in the nonprofit sector after various executive orders and memoranda by the Trump administration seeking to cut funding and/or crack down on practices and values like diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

First, a new “pulse” survey by the Communications Network finds widespread fear and uncertainty among nonprofits ([link removed]) , leading some to self-censor when it comes to “controversial” language they’ve used on their website, social media, or mission statements.

Next, a new lawsuit ([link removed]) brought by nonprofits challenges the Trump administration’s anti-equity moves, curtailing nonprofits’ right to free speech.

Then, our own Rebekah Barber looks into faith-based nonprofits facing furloughs ([link removed]) in response to federal funding freezes and the shutdown of USAID, stifling refugee resettlement efforts.

Last but not least, a reminder that we’ve started a new fundraising advice column, “Ask Rhea.” ([link removed]) We hope you’ll submit questions ([link removed]) for Rhea to answer.

As always, thanks so much for reading. Please feel free to email me with tips, pitches, and feedback at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) .

Yours truly,
Isaiah Thompson
Leadership Editor, NPQ
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Trump Moves Cause Widespread Fear Among Nonprofits, Survey Finds ([link removed])
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By Isaiah Thompson
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Nonprofits Sue Over Trump’s “Anti-Equity” Orders ([link removed])
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After Trump Orders, Faith-Based Groups See Mass Furloughs ([link removed])
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Trump’s decision has not only led to mass furloughs, it has also made it harder for refugees to receive the critical services they need. Read more… ([link removed])

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Ask Rhea! ([link removed])
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By Rhea Wong
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