Nonprofit Resources of the Week – 11/1/25

Stay informed of the week’s notable events and shared resources with this curated list of Nonprofit Resources of the Week. Notable Nonprofit Posts, Articles, & Other Resources: As Trump talks of designating antifa a foreign terrorist group, experts see danger (Ryan Lucas, NPR) Nonprofits Facing Heightened Scrutiny via IRS Criminal Investigation Prosecutions May Soon Follow […]

State of the Nonprofit Sector – October 12, 2025

I had the opportunity to attend three events this week providing me with perspectives on the current state of the nonprofit sector in light of the federal government’s increased scrutiny of progressive nonprofits and funders and varying state governments’ support of or opposition to the federal government’s actions and rhetoric: 2025 NAAG/NASCO Charities Conference (National […]

Nonprofit Radio: The State Of The Sector (Beginning With AI)

I recently joined fellow Nonprofit Radio contributor Amy Sample Ward (CEO, NTEN) in conversation with host Tony Martignetti about artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, governance, and the general state of the nonprofit sector. Listen to the latest podcast here or on your favorite podcast apps. This year, any conversation about the nonprofit sector finds its way […]

Nonprofit Resources of the Week – 9/27/25

Stay informed of the week’s notable events and shared resources with this curated list of Nonprofit Resources of the Week. Notable Nonprofit Posts, Articles, & Other Resources: Facing Free Speech Threats, Foundations Prepare for Next Volley From the White House (Alex Daniels, Stephanie Beasley, and Ben Gose, Chronicle of Philanthropy) [Ed. This CoP article from […]

Nonprofit Resources of the Week – 8/30/25

Notable Nonprofit Posts, Articles, & Other Resources: DHS moves to bar aid groups from serving undocumented immigrants (Brianna Sacks, Washington Post) [Ed. This dubious prohibition targets nonprofits providing disaster relief funded in part by federal grants and awards. Imagine denying emergency medical relief until a disaster victim proves their immigration status.] Using Generative Governance Principles […]

IRS EO Technical Guide: Disqualifying and Non-Exempt Activities

The IRS recently revised its Exempt Organizations Technical Guide: Disqualifying and Non-Exempt Activities, Inurement and Private Benefit – IRC Section 501(c)(3). Organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (Code) must avoid engaging in impermissible conduct. Such conduct includes providing private benefit and inurement. An otherwise qualifying organization will be disqualified for exemption […]

Nonprofit Resources of the Week – 6/14/25

Stay informed of the week’s notable events and shared resources with this curated list of Nonprofit Resources of the Week. Notable Nonprofit Posts, Articles, & Other Resources: Nonprofits Are Under Siege: Why It’s Time to Get Loud, Get Legal, and Get Moving (May L. Harris, For Purpose Law Group) What To Do Now: How Philanthropy […]

Nonprofit Resources of the Week – 6/7/25

Stay informed of the week’s notable events and shared resources with this curated list of Nonprofit Resources of the Week. Notable Nonprofit Posts, Articles, & Other Resources: Testimony of Diane Yentel, President and CEO of the National Council of Nonprofits Before the House Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency (DOGE) Hearing on “Public Funds, Private […]

Nonprofits and the Draft Tax Bill: Lobbying & Advocacy

Charities – If the status quo is harming your ability to advance your mission consistent with your values, what can you do? What should you do? The first question is a little easier to answer from a legal perspective. But I’ll try to provide a tiny amount of personal insights on the second question at […]