(WASHINGTON, December 3, 2025) – On December 2, 2025, Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) and Congressman Danny K. Davis (D-IL) announced the launch of the bipartisan Philanthropy Caucus to highlight and enhance the impact of nonprofit work and philanthropic giving in local communities.
The bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus serves as a forum to highlight and enhance the impact that the nonprofit sector and philanthropic giving have on local communities. The Caucus promotes policies that strengthen America’s communities and the philanthropic and charitable sectors by supporting and expanding tax incentives for charitable giving, protecting the ability of foundations, individuals, and businesses to give back, and advancing public–private partnerships that empower and drive local impact. The Caucus also seeks to inform and advance a deeper understanding of the contributions, work, and role of foundations in communities across the country for Members of Congress and their staff.
“Utahns are known for investing in our communities, serving our neighbors, leading the nation in volunteerism, and topping the charts for charitable donations. Giving back is something inherent to Utah’s culture, and I have worked to bring these values to policymaking to support those who are uplifting others,” Congressman Moore said. “On this Giving Tuesday, I am excited to launch the Congressional Philanthropy Caucus to emphasize the immeasurable impacts local nonprofits and philanthropic organizations have on communities across the country.”
“Philanthropy and charitable giving represent the best of American generosity,” Congressman Davis said. “I know the critical role that charitable foundations and nonprofits play in helping people and communities as assistance-providers, economic engines, and employers. I am proud to co-lead the Philanthropy Caucus with Rep. Moore to advance policies to expand philanthropy and strengthen nonprofits to help communities across this nation thrive.”
“Philanthropy is an essential component of America’s charitable sector, and the bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus will play a vital role advancing policies to boost charitable giving, support the nonprofit workforce, preserve the sector’s independence, and more. Now more than ever, our nation needs legislators who are educated about and mobilized around policies that help nonprofits and foundations make an even greater impact in their communities. Thank you to Representatives Blake Moore and Danny Davis for their work championing the charitable sector. Independent Sector looks forward to continuing our work with them and their colleagues through this Caucus,” said Dr. Akilah Watkins, President and CEO of Independent Sector.
View Rep. Moore’s full release for more information.
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