Beyond the Letter: Smarter Advocacy in Tough Times
In today’s political climate, blasting out letters can seem inadequate. Smart advocacy means more strategy: relationships, coalitions, tailored messages, and even the media—to cut through the noise. When lawmakers know you, when allies coordinate, and when your story hits headlines, your voice becomes impossible to ignore.
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When D.C. Stops, You Don’t: Advocacy Prep for a Government Shutdown
A government shutdown isn’t just D.C. drama — it directly impacts nonprofits and the people we serve. From connecting with district staff to sharing stories with the media, now is the time to prepare. Advocacy is your best defense — and your most affordable one.
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How to Incorporate Advocacy Strategy Into Your Nonprofit’s Board Retreat
If advocacy is central to your mission—or should be—your board retreat is the perfect place to sharpen your strategy. A guided session can help your board define what advocacy success looks like, identify your superpowers (expertise, data, stories, supporters), and clarify their role in resourcing it. A few hours now can set your organization up for years of impact.
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They Trust You. So Speak Up.
New research shows nonprofits are the most trusted institutions in America—more than government, media, or business. That trust isn’t just a compliment—it’s a call to lead. If your community believes in you, it’s time to speak up, show up, and advocate for the change they deserve.
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Where Is Your Nonprofit on Its Advocacy Journey?
Not sure where your nonprofit stands on its advocacy journey? This quick quiz helps you identify your strengths, uncover your advocacy superpower, and get practical tools to build power and influence—no policy degree required.
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Small But Mighty: How Smaller Nonprofits Can Engage in Advocacy
Even the smallest nonprofits have big advocacy potential. By leaning into their advocacy superpowers—expertise, local data, stories, and mobilized supporters—and bringing those strengths to coalitions, small organizations can punch above their weight and shape policy in powerful ways.
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From Policy Staff to People Power: Overcoming the Engagement Gap
Many nonprofits assume policy staff can handle advocacy—but policy and advocacy require different skills. Policy experts often get stuck in jargon and details that don’t inspire action. To bridge the gap, organizations must translate policy into plain language, engage staff and board, and frame messages differently for lawmakers and advocates. This blog shares practical tips to turn policy expertise into people power.
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