NFP Lobbying Information
Not for Profits in California CAN lobby!
Changing public policy can be an important part of an agency’s mission for social change, however it is vitally important that agencies embarking on public policy advocacy know applicable laws, limitations and necessary disclosures.
The documents below define lobbying activities and discuss federal and state regulations.
- The California Coalition Against Sexual Assault’s Lobby Guide is a comprehensive document that reviews the legislative process in California, CALCASA’s legislative advocacy, and how you can lobby on behalf of CALCASA.
- The Evolving Advocate is a presentation on leadership, NFP systems advocacy and how lobbying interacts with policy. Click here to down load the presentation.
- Nonprofit organizations have much to contribute to the public policy process and public officials benefit greatly from their expertise. Nonprofits Can Lobby is an excellent overview of federal and state regulations that apply to non-profit organizations.
- Worry Free Lobbying for Non-Profits focuses on how to understand some of the rules surrounding lobbying and on supporting public policy work done by non-profits.
- The National Alliance to End Sexual Violence developed a useful Election Check List. The checklist will help you stay in compliance with the federal laws governing the activities of 501(c)(3) organizations during an election.
- Tip Sheet for Engaging in Political Campaign Activities. 501(c)(3) organizations are prohibited from explicitly or implicitly supporting or opposing any candidate for public office, coordinating messaging with candidates, or appearing to favor/oppose one candidate over another.
