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 AFJ members. You will need high-speed internet access to participate in these webinars. 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. California Ballot Measure Advocacy by 501(c)(3) Organizations Tuesday, July 23 - 2 PM ET This free webinar is a timely chance for your 501(c)(3) to learn how it can engage in California state and local ballot measure work for the upcoming election, what kind of reporting is required, and compliance pitfalls to avoid. Click here to learn more and sign up. Election Season Advocacy Rules for Texas Nonprofits Tuesday, July 23 - 2 PM ET Election years provide a great opportunity for public charities to highlight issues and interact with candidates and the voting public. However, public charities cannot support or oppose candidates, and must avoid engaging in electioneering and other partisan activity. This webinar will highlight some common pitfalls and provide suggestions and tips for avoiding them. Click here to learn more and sign up. Más Sabio y Más Audaz: Normas para Activismo No Partidista para las Organizaciones Comunitarias Thursday, August 8 - 2 PM ET Sus voces son fundamentales al proceso de cambio comunitario. ¿Pueden criticar a una candidata? ¿Tienen derecho de halagar a un político? Y ¿cuáles son los derechos y deberes de las organizaciones comunitarias buscando sacar el voto? Dejen de dudar y aprendan sobre el poder del personal y voluntarios de las organizaciones 501(c)(3) de involucrarse en asuntos de elecciones. Mas información aquí. Rules of the Game for 501 (c)(3)s: Elections Tuesday, August 20 - 2 PM ET Elections are important opportunities to educate and engage voters and the community at large. Although 501(c)(3) organizations cannot support or oppose candidates for public office, there are many activities they can participate in during election years. This training covers the federal tax law rules regarding electoral activities for 501(c)(3)s. Click here to learn more and sign up. In Person Workshops Combating Voter Suppression: How 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) Nonprofits Can Work Together Friday, July 19 - 9 AM ET - Atlanta, GA This training in Atlanta, GA will feature a stellar lineup of speakers discussing how 501(c)(3)s and 501(c)(4)s can effectively join forces. Click here to learn more and sign up. Gearing Up for 2020: Election Advocacy for Southern California Nonprofits Wednesday, August 21 - 9 AM PT - Los Angeles Join us for a full day of practical tips to learn how to engage policymakers, candidates, and voters while remaining nonpartisan. This intensive training is designed as a primer for staff and board members of 501(c)(3) public charities. Click here to learn more and sign up. In Person Technical Assistance Los Angeles Thursday, July 18 - 10 AM PT San Francisco Friday, July 19 - 10 AM PT |