Federal Policy Shifts: Resources to Support You in the Wake of Executive Actions
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Tools to support your planning, grantmaking, and stakeholder communication.
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Civics & History Resources
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In 2026, the United States commemorates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. While the 1976 bicentennial focused on celebrating the nation’s founding, this semiquincentennial will look at the bigger picture of the American experience. This commemoration will explore Indiana's role in the nation’s history, from the actions leading to the revolutionary period until today.
Federal Policy: What Does it Mean for Philanthropy?
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Listen to IPA's all member call regarding federal policy updates.
2025 Legislative Preview
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The IPA public policy team explains what bills related to early childhood education, workforce development, access to broadband, and more will be coming before legislators in 2025.
Policy Issue Brief: Donor-Advised Funds
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On November 13th, the U.S. Department of the Treasury released the first in what is expected to be a series of long-awaited regulations interpreting the statute that codifies DAFs, which Congress enacted in the Pension Protection Act of 2006.
ACE Act Toolkit: Accelerating Charitable Efforts Act
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Toolkit you can use to communicate with their boards, donors, and federal delegation members about the ACE Act.
Education, Advocacy, and Lobbying
This 30-minute presentation discusses the differences between education, advocacy, and lobbying; and what foundations and nonprofits are legally allowed to do.
One More Voice - Increasing Hoosier Civic Engagement
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As Indiana ranks consistently among the bottom 10 states for voter registration, in this webinar you will learn how to engage your networks to further the effort in voter registration, turnout, and civic literacy.
Foundation Advocacy Grants: What Grantees Need to Know
Advocacy efforts, including lobbying, are critically important to the success of many nonprofits. Advocacy by 501(c)(3) organizations is legal, as long as your organization follows the rules. Of course, like other work your organization does, advocacy requires financial support. There are many ways in which you can raise money for advocacy, including fundraising events, membership dues, individual donations, and grants from public or private foundations.
What Tax Reform Means for Nonprofits
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What tax reforms means to nonprofits. This content is for IPA members only.
