Giving Thanks to 2019’s Outstanding Nonprofit Advocates

At Bolder Advocacy, we are thankful for all the nonprofits that have diligently advocated on behalf of their communities in 2019. Whether speaking out on behalf of DREAMers and asylum seekers, standing up for access to affordable housing, or defending against voter suppression tactics, organizations across the country have taken their advocacy to the streets, the courts, and legislators to courageously advance their missions. Check out these recent success stories.

Twitter to Hit Muffle on Advocacy Ads and 501(c)(4)s

In response to larger criticism leveled against social media companies taking foreign money for paid advertisements that influence American elections, Twitter announced a major change to its advertising policy that overcorrects so substantially that it outright bans many environmental, public health, and civil rights organizations from being able to target their messages. Click here to read more.

A Victory for Nonprofit Volunteers

The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals recently struck down a Missouri Ethics Commission decision that imposed the same registration and filing requirements on an unpaid volunteer for a small nonprofit as the largest corporate lobbyists in the state This ruling is a victory for nonprofits that rely on volunteers in their efforts to advocate for social change. Click here to read more.

In-Person Events

Nonprofits in California’s Central Valley: Join us for a full day of practical tips to learn how to engage policymakers, candidates, and voters while remaining nonpartisan. This intensive training in Fresno on December 3 is designed as a primer or refresher for 501 (c)(3) staff and volunteers. Learn more and sign up!​

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
Tuesday, December 3 - 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! Click here to learn more and sign up. 

Advocacy and Community Organizing: Evaluation and Capacity Building
Thursday, December 17 - 2 PM ET

!It’s crucial for advocates and organizers to have a keen understanding of organizational capacity so that they can act quickly when opportunities arise. Alliance for Justice’s free capacity assessment tools – ACT and PowerCheck – are designed to help organizations, groups, and coalitions become more nimble, strategic, and resilient while carrying out their missions. Click here to learn more and sign up. 

Lobbying 201: Recordkeeping and Reporting for 501(c)(3) Organizations that Lobby in Texas
Tuesday, December 17 - 2 PM ET

Once you have a basic understanding of the IRS definitions of lobbying and how to determine your organization’s lobbying limits, you will need to track your lobbying expenses to be able to accurately report to the IRS and (where applicable) state and local agencies. This webinar will help Texas organizations with recordkeeping and reporting. 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.

Los Angeles - Friday, December 13, 10 AM - 12 PM PT 

We are pleased to announce that we are opening a new office in Houston!

In recent months, demand for our services has increased dramatically in Texas, prompting the decision to open a secondary office in Houston.  Our new Houston office will address the needs of the region’s diverse nonprofit population by providing bilingual assistance and training to local nonprofits, helping them to amplify the voices of their communities and constituents. We are now hiring a counsel position to staff the Houston office. To learn more and apply, click here.

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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