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Nonprofit News Roundups. Nonprofit Advocacy. And probably more.
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Good news roundup: Things to make you feel hopeful this week
Hi everyone, I am on a plane heading to New York to speak at the Nonprofit New York conference, and Wi-Fi is very spotty, so apologies for the poor grammar and coherence.
If you’re free next week, jo...
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November 13, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Nonprofit News Roundup: Are Funders Doing Enough to Help Beleaguered Nonprofits? @chronphilanthropy.bsky.social
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Are Funders Doing Enough to Help Beleaguered Nonprofits?
Foundations are providing more emergency and unrestricted grants; however, most nonprofits surveyed said the response was not enough.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Nonprofit News Roundup: Are Funders Doing Enough to Help Beleaguered Nonprofits? @chronphilanthropy.bsky.social
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Many people in America are a single missed paycheck away from needing support from their local food banks. A prolonged shutdown will deepen the strain.
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October 1, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Many people in America are a single missed paycheck away from needing support from their local food banks. A prolonged shutdown will deepen the strain.
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One of the federal programs that will be harmed shortly after the shutdown begins, is Women, Infants and Children (WIC). WIC, a signature nutrition program that serves 6.5 million low-income moms and babies.
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#nonprofits #governmentshutdown
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#nonprofits #governmentshutdown
Government Shutdown Threatens Nonprofits’ Ability to Serve Communities
The federal government is expected to shut down at midnight after Congress and the White House failed to reach a bipartisan agreement on a continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government open and fu...
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September 30, 2025 at 8:20 PM
One of the federal programs that will be harmed shortly after the shutdown begins, is Women, Infants and Children (WIC). WIC, a signature nutrition program that serves 6.5 million low-income moms and babies.
www.councilofnonprofits.org/pressrelease...
#nonprofits #governmentshutdown
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#nonprofits #governmentshutdown
The Household Food Security Report provides yearly data on the lack of access to adequate nutrition for low-income Americans, and helps shape policy on how to combat food insecurity and hunger.
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USDA cancels survey tracking how many Americans struggle to get enough food
The Department of Agriculture said it will end a longstanding annual food insecurity survey. Experts say the move will obscure the effects of recent changes that will lead to people losing food aid.
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September 23, 2025 at 6:31 PM
The Household Food Security Report provides yearly data on the lack of access to adequate nutrition for low-income Americans, and helps shape policy on how to combat food insecurity and hunger.
www.npr.org/2025/09/22/n...
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As part of a wave of protests against the administration of Donald Trump, an old tradition of Labor Day marches had a revival. And it’s not a moment too soon. nonprofitquarterly.org/it-is-good-t... @steve-npq.bsky.social
“It Is Good to Be with Family, Movement Family”—Labor’s on the March - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
As part of a wave of protests against the administration of Donald Trump, an old tradition of Labor Day marches has a revival. And it’s not a moment too soon.
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September 4, 2025 at 3:28 PM
As part of a wave of protests against the administration of Donald Trump, an old tradition of Labor Day marches had a revival. And it’s not a moment too soon. nonprofitquarterly.org/it-is-good-t... @steve-npq.bsky.social
On one hand, attack the Johnson Amendment and on the other there's a directive to the Attorney General to investigate whether federal grant funds are being used to illegally support lobbying activities? Which hand should we be watching in this slight of hand game. #nonprofitsky #nonprofits
Use of Appropriated Funds for Illegal Lobbying and Partisan Political Activity by Federal Grantees
MEMORANDUM FOR THE ATTORNEY GENERAL SUBJECT: Use of Appropriated Funds for Illegal Lobbying and Partisan Political Activity by Federal Grantees By
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August 29, 2025 at 1:39 PM
On one hand, attack the Johnson Amendment and on the other there's a directive to the Attorney General to investigate whether federal grant funds are being used to illegally support lobbying activities? Which hand should we be watching in this slight of hand game. #nonprofitsky #nonprofits
Let's not be numb to this.
UPDATE: At least two children, ages 8 and 10, were shot and killed and at least 17 more people, including 14 children, were wounded during a back-to-school mass at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis.
Schools & churches should be sanctuaries of safety for children, not where they go to die.
Schools & churches should be sanctuaries of safety for children, not where they go to die.
BREAKING: A gunman opened fire at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, while preschool classes were in session during the first week of school. Early reports indicate multiple victims, including children.
August 27, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Let's not be numb to this.
More often than not, I've been feeling like: 'WHAT IS IT ALL FOR?' It's a defeatist attitude that I don't care for... the fact that I'm not alone in feeling this way helps. Thanks @nonprofitaf.bsky.social.
“Be in nature: Go for a nice long hike in the forest. Leave your phone behind. Walk backwards so nobody can trace you. Learn to forage for roots and berries. Befriend forest creatures for company. Stay in the forest a few years until things get better.”
How to stay motivated when everything is on fire and you look and feel like crap
Hi everyone, I just got back from a whirlwind summer in Japan and Vietnam, where I—and I didn’t think this would happen again for me—fell in love. With not having to work. Long walks on the beach—with...
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August 19, 2025 at 5:04 PM
More often than not, I've been feeling like: 'WHAT IS IT ALL FOR?' It's a defeatist attitude that I don't care for... the fact that I'm not alone in feeling this way helps. Thanks @nonprofitaf.bsky.social.
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MNN affiliate Hirsch Roberts Weinstein published an article on the impact of The One Big Beautiful Bill Act. From new #tax breaks to expanded benefits, tougher #immigration enforcement, & #Medicaid work requirements, this is a must-read for employers.
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August 18, 2025 at 1:55 PM
MNN affiliate Hirsch Roberts Weinstein published an article on the impact of The One Big Beautiful Bill Act. From new #tax breaks to expanded benefits, tougher #immigration enforcement, & #Medicaid work requirements, this is a must-read for employers.
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Let’s get it together for nonprofits. 🔥
This Sunday is National Nonprofit Day. Flood the feeds with your impact, your wins, your why. Tag #NonprofitsGetItDone #NHNonprofits and let’s make some noise. nonprofitsgetitdone.org
This Sunday is National Nonprofit Day. Flood the feeds with your impact, your wins, your why. Tag #NonprofitsGetItDone #NHNonprofits and let’s make some noise. nonprofitsgetitdone.org
August 15, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Let’s get it together for nonprofits. 🔥
This Sunday is National Nonprofit Day. Flood the feeds with your impact, your wins, your why. Tag #NonprofitsGetItDone #NHNonprofits and let’s make some noise. nonprofitsgetitdone.org
This Sunday is National Nonprofit Day. Flood the feeds with your impact, your wins, your why. Tag #NonprofitsGetItDone #NHNonprofits and let’s make some noise. nonprofitsgetitdone.org
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🚨 STATEMENT on Trump’s Attack on D.C.: Banishment is Not a Solution to Homelessness.
Serious leaders must reject Trump's approach & invest in implementing real solutions at scale 🔽
Serious leaders must reject Trump's approach & invest in implementing real solutions at scale 🔽
August 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM
🚨 STATEMENT on Trump’s Attack on D.C.: Banishment is Not a Solution to Homelessness.
Serious leaders must reject Trump's approach & invest in implementing real solutions at scale 🔽
Serious leaders must reject Trump's approach & invest in implementing real solutions at scale 🔽
Researching the Johnson Amendment and coming to an understanding of what the religious broadcasters are demanding makes me want to scream. I did, in fact, scream.
#johnsonamendment #protectnonprofitintegrity #taxchurches
#johnsonamendment #protectnonprofitintegrity #taxchurches
August 13, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Researching the Johnson Amendment and coming to an understanding of what the religious broadcasters are demanding makes me want to scream. I did, in fact, scream.
#johnsonamendment #protectnonprofitintegrity #taxchurches
#johnsonamendment #protectnonprofitintegrity #taxchurches
Big changes to federal grant rules. A new EO gives political appointees more power over approvals, oversight & early terminations — plus possible cuts to indirect cost recovery. Nonprofits: know what’s at stake. Learn more-->>
#Nonprofits #FederalGrants #Advocacy
#Nonprofits #FederalGrants #Advocacy
Nonprofit Champion | August 11, 2025
Nonprofit Champion edition for August 11, 2025
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August 11, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Big changes to federal grant rules. A new EO gives political appointees more power over approvals, oversight & early terminations — plus possible cuts to indirect cost recovery. Nonprofits: know what’s at stake. Learn more-->>
#Nonprofits #FederalGrants #Advocacy
#Nonprofits #FederalGrants #Advocacy
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy asked experts to share books, movies, podcasts, and TV shows that will help you think differently about what divides us — and how to find solutions.
The results? Check out the list, and let us know what you'd add to it: phlnthrp.com/45iwxYM
#TheCommons
The results? Check out the list, and let us know what you'd add to it: phlnthrp.com/45iwxYM
#TheCommons
34 Summer Books, Movies, and Podcasts to Mend America’s Divisions
Those working to bring America together — advocates, foundation chiefs, experts, and more — recommend fiction, nonfiction, podcasts, plays, movies, and even an Owen Wilson TV show.
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August 6, 2025 at 2:03 PM
The Chronicle of Philanthropy asked experts to share books, movies, podcasts, and TV shows that will help you think differently about what divides us — and how to find solutions.
The results? Check out the list, and let us know what you'd add to it: phlnthrp.com/45iwxYM
#TheCommons
The results? Check out the list, and let us know what you'd add to it: phlnthrp.com/45iwxYM
#TheCommons
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August 7, 2025 at 6:21 PM
If you care about the future of community services, public trust, and the role of civil society—read and share this.
Nonprofits get it done. Let’s make sure they can keep doing it.
#Nonprofits #SocialImpact #Advocacy #nonprofitsgetitdone
Nonprofits get it done. Let’s make sure they can keep doing it.
#Nonprofits #SocialImpact #Advocacy #nonprofitsgetitdone
A Quiet War Is Targeting America’s Nonprofits—Most Don’t See It Coming
Trump’s return has sparked a wave of nonprofit shutdowns, funding freezes, and civic collapse. Here’s what’s happening—and five ways the sector can fight back.
www.forbes.com
August 8, 2025 at 4:20 PM
If you care about the future of community services, public trust, and the role of civil society—read and share this.
Nonprofits get it done. Let’s make sure they can keep doing it.
#Nonprofits #SocialImpact #Advocacy #nonprofitsgetitdone
Nonprofits get it done. Let’s make sure they can keep doing it.
#Nonprofits #SocialImpact #Advocacy #nonprofitsgetitdone
August 8, 2025 at 1:59 PM