Independent Sector-Commissioned Research Finds Significant Decrease in Nonprofit Advocacy
By Nina Ford in Press Release onResearch report reveals critical need for nonprofits to use their advocacy voice through public policy process(WASHINGTON, July 18, 2023)…
Value of Volunteer Time
By cguevara onThe Current Estimated National Value of Each Volunteer Hour Is:$31.80Download State-by-State DataLearn About the MethodologyVolunteers in the United States…
BLS Data Letter
By Natalie Van Maerssen in Blog onRead the LetterOn April 12, 2023, 6 organizations representing the breadth of the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors wrote to…
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Tools & Resources
By Kristina Gawrgy onThe Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program is a vital tool in helping the nonprofit sector attract, retain, and…
Determining Nonprofit Impact on Civic Engagement
By Kristina Gawrgy in Blog onNonprofit organizations have been described as the backbone of American democracy. They define and drive political responses to many…
“I need you to trust me.”
By Kristina Gawrgy in Blog onBy Jeff MooreAs a parent of a certain age, with a son of a certain age, I have heard…
Legislation Introduced to Give Nonprofits a Seat at the Table
By Kristina Gawrgy in Blog onWe are thrilled to announce that Reps. Betty McCollum (D-MN) and Fred Upton (R-MI) have today introduced the “Nonprofit Sector…
Hundreds of Nonprofits Applaud Nonprofit House Bill
By Kristina Gawrgy in Press Release onIndependent Sector collaborated with lawmakers on bill to strengthen the ability of the nation’s nonprofits to better serve communities(WASHINGTON,…
Needed by April 29: Research and Practice Proposals for a More Equitable Nonprofit Workforce
By Independent Sector in Blog onPractitioners and academics: Pour yourself a “cup of ambition” and submit a proposal for the 11th annual Nonprofit Public…
Independent Sector CEO Joins Nonprofit Leaders to Testify Before Senate About Charitable Giving and Communities
By Independent Sector in Blog onIn a rare hearing before the U.S. Senate Finance Committee about charitable giving and nonprofits, Independent Sector President and…
Democracy in Action Even Under Threat
By Independent Sector in Blog onTo date, 2.5 million people have fled Ukraine, making this “the fastest growing refugee crisis in Europe since World…
Nonprofit Seat at the Table: Placing Equity at the Core of Policymaking
By Independent Sector in Blog onSince its inception, the nonprofit sector has served as the bridge between government and community – a role that…
DC Download February 2022
By Independent Sector in Blog onRoses are red, violets are blue, another government shutdown is adverted, so, what is new? If you’ve been too…
Nonprofit and Trade Association Coalition Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Employee Retention Tax Credit Reinstatement Act in Senate
By Independent Sector in Press Release on(WASHINGTON, February 11, 2022) – A coalition of over 70 organizations representing a variety of charitable nonprofits and trade…
New Year, New Nonprofits: How Understanding Their Birth Helps Create a More Vibrant Sector
By Independent Sector in Blog onIn 2022, we can look forward to having another 50,000 to 60,000 nonprofits joining the sector! We must emphasize…
Research Round Robin: January 2022
By Independent Sector in Blog onEach month Independent Sector collects research with broad social sector relevance to share with you. January’s research contains important…
New Poll: Voters Want Nonprofits to be Engaged and Resourced
By Dylan Fitzgerald onOn December 16, 2021, Independent Sector released public polling results reflecting the views of registered voters on a wide…
Nonprofits Build Connections During the Holidays and Year-Round
By Independent Sector in Blog onOverlooked communities are the heart and focus of our Independent Sector members, and they continue to be disproportionately affected…
Two Nonprofits Join to Form Social Current
By Independent Sector in Blog onIn October, Independent Sector member Alliance for Strong Families and Communities announced it had joined together with the Council…