Public Policy & Your Work

Changes in state regulation, speaking up for you at the Congressional level

WASHINGTON STATE

Beginning January 1, 2010, registering and renewing with the Washington Secretary of State Charities Program includes the filing of additional financial information for many groups.  Look at the Charities Program website for more information.  We will have keep you informed through our website and newsletter. 

WASHINGTON STATE CHARITIES ADVISORY COUNCIL

Nonprofit Network Executive Director Jeanne Kojis has been appointed to a second 3-year term to work with the thirteen member Council charged with helping the Secretary of State identify:
•Training and educational needs of charitable organizations;
•Model policies related to governance and administration of charitable organizations in accordance with fiduciary principles;
•Emerging issues and trends affecting charitable organizations.
Jeanne welcomes your interest in and suggestions for the Council and is happy to meet with you to share ideas. 

NONPROFIT SECTOR AND COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS ACT

Information at:
• National Council for Nonprofits
• Independent Sector
• Congresswoman Betty McCollum’s website.

RESOURCES FOR ADVOCACY

Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest

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