IRS Issues New Donor Disclosure Rules

The slow march to clarity on donor disclosure rules for 501(c) organizations has advanced another step in reaction to a Montana District Court ruling in late July. On September 6, the IRS released a proposed set of rules explicitly stating that 501(c)(3) and 527 organizations must continue to report the names of large donors to the IRS. Click here to read more details on this rule.

TODAY! Live with Bolder Advocacy: Yes! Your Nonprofit Can Lobby!
Thursday, September 19 - 4 PM ET/1 PM PT

Join us live on Facebook where we’ll answer your questions about what counts as lobbying, what nonprofits need to know before lobbying, and how your nonprofit can maximize its lobbying limits. Click here to tune in.

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.

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. 

Record Keeping and Reporting for 501(c)(3) Organizations that Lobby
Tuesday, October 8 - 2 PM ET

Once you know your 501(c)(3)’s lobbying limits and what is and isn't lobbying, you need to keep track of your lobbying expenditures so that your organization can report it to the IRS each year on the Form 990. This comprehensive webinar explains how to track your lobbying time and expenses so you know your organization is staying within its lobbying limits. Click here to learn more and sign up. 

In-Person Technical Assistance

Do you have any questions about how your nonprofit can legally engage in lobbying or other forms of advocacy? If so, sign up for a free 30-minute technical assistance session with advocacy coaches.

​San Francisco - Friday, September 20, 10 AM - 12 PM PT
Los Angeles - Friday, September 27, 10 AM - 12 PM PT 

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.

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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