CEO Views: Honoring Black History & Strengthening Our Sector
Black History Month is deeply important to me. Founded by Carter G. Woodson, it’s both a celebration and a…
Understanding and Communicating the Importance of Civil Society
Benjamin Soskis joined Independent Sector in January 2025 as a Visiting Scholar. Here, he’ll explore opportunities to proactively champion…
Our Takeaways from the 2024 Symposium on Public Policy for Nonprofits
In September 2024, Independent Sector (IS) hosted the 13th annual Symposium on Public Policy for Nonprofits alongside the Association…
AI and the Trump Administration: Drill, Baby, Drill
Putting aside each person's personal opinions and political preferences, it is indisputable that the new 119th Congress and President…
CEO Views: The Current Moment
As I mark my two-year anniversary leading Independent Sector, I’m reflecting on the state of the charitable sector and…
DC Download | Stirring the Pot: January’s Blend of Advocacy, Action, and Giving
January is National Soup Month, a celebration of how diverse ingredients come together to create something greater — a…
Takeaways From the 2024 CEO Circle of Color Convening
Just as I was transitioning to my new role as vice president of programs at Independent Sector, I also…
Your Top Five Stories of 2024
Each day, Independent Sector members do good in communities nationwide, and we’ve highlighted the good deeds of some of…
Pursuing Education Equity for All Children
Heart of America (HOA), a new Independent Sector member, works with communities and partners across America to increase equity…
What We Learned in Our Oregon Listening Tour
By Sarah Spangler, Tim Rusk, and Tia Bangura with the Nonprofit Association of Oregon Independent Sector President and CEO Dr.…
CEO Views: A Year of Listening and Action
As we conclude 2024, I’m proud to reflect on the progress we’ve made together as a community of nonprofit…
Preparing the Nonprofit Sector to Meet the Challenges of 2025
Nonprofits play a critical role in American society, contributing to social services, community cohesion, religious and civic life, education,…
DC Download: From Turkey to Tinsel: Congress and the Charitable Sector in Focus
Thanksgiving leftovers may still be lingering in the fridge, but as we shift from the season of gratitude to…
Post Election Resource Guide
Nonprofits' Guide to Engaging Constituents After an ElectionOur democracy relies on ordinary people to ensure that elections are conducted…
Advocacy Spotlight Series: American Alliance of Museums
Advocacy Spotlight SeriesNonprofit Mission: Leveraging Power Through Purpose For many nonprofits, reluctance to engage in policy, advocacy, and elections…
Advocacy Spotlight Series: Vote Riders
Advocacy Spotlight SeriesNonprofit Mission: Leveraging Power Through PurposeFor many nonprofits, engagement in policy, advocacy, and elections is not so…
CEO Views: Post-Election Reflections
This month’s election has reminded me of our nation’s resilience — how we’ve weathered both progress and struggle to…
CEO Views: Celebrating Latinx and Native Leadership
As we honor National Hispanic Heritage Month and Indigenous Peoples’ Day this October, I want to celebrate the Latinx…
DC Download: Making the Sausage: How Congress Shapes the Charitable Sector
October is National Sausage Month, a time to savor the rich flavors and versatility of one of America’s most…
5 Options for Social Impact Organizations Looking to Expand Abroad
By Debra Rainey in Blog onThinking of expanding your organization globally? Aidan O’Neill, General Manager of NGO Services at TopSource Worldwide, an Independent Sector business associa…