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…
A Statement on the Federal Grant Freeze
By Nina Ford in Press Release onThe Trump administration's order to freeze federal grants threatens to undermine the essential health and safety of the communities…
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…
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…
The Case for Partnership
By Nina Ford onIndependent Sector shares recommendations with the incoming Trump Administration on partnership between the charitable sector and the federal government.
We Oppose H.R. 9495
By Nina Ford in Press Release onJoint statement from Council on Foundations, Independent Sector, National Council of Nonprofits, and United Philanthropy ForumThe Council on Foundations,…
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…
Fearless Foundation: Lawsuit Summary and Resources
By Debra Rainey onOctober 3, 2024The First Amendment right of people and organizations to give according to their values — including to…
DC Download: From Olympic Glory to Congressional Action: Harnessing Summer Momentum for Lasting Change
As we move from the excitement of the Olympics through the annual August congressional recess and into the bustling…
As Fearless Foundation Settles Case, Council on Foundations, Independent Sector Encourage Funders to Continue Giving in Line With Values
By Nina Ford in Press Release on(WASHINGTON, September 12, 2024) – The Fearless Fund and Fearless Foundation announced a settlement yesterday with the American Alliance…
DC Download: Navigating Deep Water
Every summer, as Shark Week captures the nation's imagination with tales of the ocean's most formidable predators, Congress finds…
DC Download: Sweetening the Deal
June is National Candy Month and Independent Sector celebrated by working with Congress to sweeten the deal for the…
Data Privacy and Artificial Intelligence Resources for Nonprofits
By Nina Ford onData privacy considerations and how they intersect with developments in artificial intelligence (AI) should be critical concerns in an…
As Court Rules Against Fearless Foundation, Council, Independent Sector Stand by Commitment to Funders’ Right to Give in Line With Values
By Nina Ford in Press Release onFearless Foundation Grant Program for Black Women Will Remain Halted While First Amendment Case Is HeardWASHINGTON – The Council…
DC Download – May 2024
As nations across Europe debated and voted on who should be crowned the winner of the annual Eurovision song…
What does the new DOL overtime eligibility rule mean for nonprofits?
Editor’s Note: A U.S. district court struck down this rulemaking on November 15, 2024. The following information was accurate…
2024 Presidential Candidate Engagement
By Debra Rainey in Policy Brief onEngaging candidates on issues important to our organizations and communities during election season is a powerful way to ensure…
DC Download – April 2024
By Debra Rainey in Blog onThe calendar may be creeping toward silly season, but legislators in Washington are still finding ways to get things…
Building Stronger Nonprofits by Building Nonprofit Voices: Launching Our 2024 Presidential Candidate Questionnaire
By Debra Rainey in Blog onThe world of electoral politics — and especially presidential politics in 2024 — can feel entirely removed from our…
DC Download: March 2024
By Debra Rainey in Blog onIt’s March Madness! And in addition to all the action in Washington, D.C., I hear that there are a…