Our Top Resources of 2019

In 2019, the Bolder Advocacy team worked to deliver the resources you need to be the boldest advocate you can be. From the census to elections to IRS disclosures, we covered the major challenges and opportunities facing nonprofits and foundations. Our tools like The Connection and ACT! were used by thousands, and our coverage of the latest in advocacy news helped you stay informed all year. Here are the top resources and blogs of 2019.

Maximize your Nonprofit’s Influence by Resolving to Advocate in 2020!

Are you looking to amplify your nonprofit’s voice? Are you tired of standing silently by while our government takes actions that affect your community and clients? If so, then make 2020 the year that you commit to stepping up your organization’s advocacy game by becoming an active public policy player. Here are 10 resolutions to get you started.

Taking a Stance on Articles of Impeachment and the Senate Trial

Now that the House of Representatives has approved two articles of impeachment, and all eyes are on the Senate trial of the President, it’s worth revisiting how a 501(c)(3) public charity can take a stance on the impeachment. Read more. 

Consider Bolder Advocacy in your end-of-year giving!

Your support helps us create more resources for our unique program, which strengthens the voices of the nonprofit community. The requests for our advocacy resources will continue to grow across the country as the election and census approach in 2020. Support our work today. 

In-Person Events

Building Power: Fueling Activism in 2020

Join Alliance for Justice and California Community Foundation on January 13, 2020 for “Building Power: Fueling Activism in 2020” at the California Community Foundation Joan Palevsky Center to celebrate the role of philanthropy in advocacy and mark five years of Bolder Advocacy in Southern California.. 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.

Texas Lobbying Disclosure Rules for 501(c)(3) Organizations
Tuesday, January 7 - 2 PM ET

Nonprofits can safely, legally, and effectively engage in state-level advocacy and lobbying work in Texas, but they need to understand what rules apply to their lobbying activities under Texas state law, in addition to federal tax law. This training is designed for all tax-exempt organizations doing work in the state of Texas. Click here to learn more and sign up. 

Lobbying and Advocacy 101
Tuesday, January 21 - 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. 

Live with Bolder Advocacy

Live with Bolder Advocacy: California Edition!
Thursday, January 9 - 12 PM PT

Does your nonprofit advocate for or against ballot measures in California? Then join us for our next Live with Bolder Advocacy: California Edition! We'll answer your questions about how your nonprofit can navigate California's laws and regulations to advocate boldly in 2020. Click here to learn more.

Manager, Foundation Advocacy

We are seeking a Manager, Foundation Advocacy to conceptualize and implement a variety of outreach and educational programs for foundations and philanthropy-serving organizations to expand their investment in advocacy at the foundation level and among their grantees. To learn more and apply, click here.

Program Coordinator

We are seeking a program coordinator to join our Bolder Advocacy team in the Washington, DC office. This individual will provide a wide range of administrative, technical, and programmatic support activities to advance the program’s activities. 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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