We've Moved!

Our Northern California office has moved! Our new address is 981 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, and you can reach us at 510-444-6070. 

Our Common Quest for Autonomy and Dignity: Reproductive Rights and LGBTQ Equality

This guest blog from the National Center for Lesbian Rights discusses the intersection of reproductive rights and LGTBQ rights in light of the recent abortion bans. Click here to read more. 

Responding to the 2020 Debates

As the presidential debates begin, it is likely that candidates will discuss issues of interest to 501(c)(3)s. How can organizations respond and engage in the conversation? Click here to read more. 

Stop Saying Nonprofits Can’t Lobby: 6 Lessons on How Philanthropy Can Support Grantees to Influence Policy

This piece from Borealis Philanthropy features Bolder Advocacy in its list of tips for supporting grantees engaged in advocacy.  Click here to read more.

Responding to the Call: How to Pursue Legal Advocacy

Foundations have often supported legal advocacy organizations working to establish rights or implement new policies. This piece from TCC Group highlights how our Philanthropy Advocacy Playbook can be a resource for getting involved. Click here to read more.

New Ohio State Law Resources

We have updated our resources for Ohio, including Voter Registration, Campaign Finance & Ballot Measures, Lobbying Disclosure, and a quick reference to see if an action is lobbying or not. 

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

Counsel, Bolder Advocacy

We are seeking a full-time experienced counsel based in our DC 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 not just in D.C., but across the country.  Click here to learn more and apply. 

California Program Coordinator

We are seeking a full-time, experienced Program Coordinator based in our Southern California office, located in downtown Los Angeles, to provide a range of administrative and programmatic support for AFJ’s California’s offices as well as AFJ’s DC headquarters. Click here to learn more and apply. 

Director, Special Justice Initiatives

We are seeking a counsel with 7+ years of experience to serve in the newly created role of Director of Special Justice Initiatives.  In this role, the director will oversee strategic implementation, external partner management and operational decisions as they impact the goals and outcomes of AFJ’s new signature initiative Building the Bench (BtB), as well as play a key role in the strategic development and implementation of other initiatives in the justice arena. Click here to learn more and apply. 

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Toll-free phone number: 866-NP-LOBBY (866-675-6229) 
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Washington, DC 20036

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