Advocating for a Complete Census Count

As the 2020 Census draws nearer, organizations are mobilizing to ensure the count is accurate. An undercount could result in the loss of representation, as well as deeply impact funding for community service providers across the country.

In Alabama, a group of five nonprofits are collaborating to prevent an undercount. The Alabama Hard-to-Count Collaborative is using advocacy to guarantee that historically hard-to-reach populations are represented accurately. In California’s Central Valley, 501(c)(3) public charities that empower Latinx and immigrant populations have come together to make sure the groups they serve are counted. 

How 501(c)(3) Reproductive Rights, Health, and Justice Organizations Can Hold Elected Officials Accountable for Official Actions​

Public charities play an important role in educating the public about policy issues and actions taken by their elected officials. As part of an advocacy campaign, a nonprofit may want to publicize its views by criticizing or praising an elected public official for their actions. Check out our new resource for more guidance.

Commenting on Candidates’ Statements about Reproductive Rights

Candidates for public office sometimes make statements about abortion and reproductive rights that are incorrect, or with which nonprofits disagree and may wish to set the record straight. How can 501(c)(3) organizations respond to candidates or political parties’ statements on reproductive rights and remain nonpartisan? Check out our new resource to learn more.

New North Carolina Resources

Check out our latest resources for North Carolina, including Voter Registration, Lobbying Disclosure, and Campaign Finance and Ballot Measures.

Public Webinars

Webinars cover our most frequently requested topics. They’re presented by one of AFJ’s attorney-coaches and last approximately 1 hour. You may register online. Workshop registration is $35 per attendee and free for current AFJ members.

All of these workshops come with access to related resources (such as fact sheets and publications), a PDF of the presentation, and a 30-day access to a recording of the webinar. Several workshops are conducted in Spanish. Note: You will need high-speed internet access to participate in these webinars.

Lobbying and Advocacy 101
Friday, September 10 - 2 PM ET

Now more than ever, your community is relying on you to stand up for them. If you think your 501(c)(3) public charity status prevents you from advocating for new laws and policies, think again! Whether protecting the rights of undocumented immigrants, pushing for quality education, or demanding safe communities for everyone, you can legally advocate for public policy and community change at every level of government. Click here to learn more and sign up. 

What Foundations Need Their Grantees To Know
Thursday, September 26 - 2 PM ET

Most 501(c)(3) public charities rely on support from foundations to carry out their programs, but don't always understand the legal rules that govern how foundations can give out money for advocacy activities. Understanding the rules that foundations operate under will help grantee organizations be savvier when it comes to requesting support for their advocacy, and how to describe their work to funders. Click here to learn more and sign up. 

In-Person Workshops

How Colorado Nonprofits Can Engage in Elections
Wednesday, September 18 - 6:30 PM MT - Denver

Join us in Denver for a chance to network with other nonprofits and hear a panel discussion on ways 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5) organizations can engage candidates and voters. Click here to learn more and sign up. 

Counsel, Bolder Advocacy - Northern California

We are seeking a full-time experienced counsel based in our Northern California office, to provide a range of expertise on legal and effective advocacy activities for nonprofits and foundations.The Counsel will facilitate trainings and workshops that broaden advocacy work of funders and social justice organizations across the country. Click here to learn more and apply. 

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