Public charities play an essential role in our democracy by helping their communities understand the needs of often voiceless groups in our society, communicating with government decisionmakers and encouraging civic engagement. But public charities also need to be knowledgeable about the limits the Internal Revenue Code places on the ability of nonprofits to engage in lobbying, the types of advocacy that count towards the IRS lobbying limits, the restrictions on a nonprofit organizations engaging in what is considered political activity, and how to keep their civic engagement work nonpartisan. This workshop will cover Internal Revenue Code rules regarding lobbying and political activity for public charities, as well as the federal Lobbying Disclosure Act. Sign up now, and be prepared to deal with these issues as the election season approaches.
This session is designed for board members, executive directors, communications officers and other nonprofit staff and volunteers responsible for a nonprofit’s public communications.
Registration: Click here.
Agenda:
12:50 p.m. Opening Remarks (for New York City and WebEx participants)
1:00 p.m. The IRS Rules Regarding Political Activity
1:50 p.m. Lobbying and Advocacy—What is the Difference and What are the Rules
2:45 p.m. The Federal Lobbying Disclosure Act—What You Need to Know
3:15 p.m. Adjournment
Program Booklet:
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