Public Policy & Your Work

There are several ways Nonprofit Network SWWA facilitates nonprofits sharing perspectives, learning, and speak up on public policy .

WASHINGTON NONPROFITS PUBLIC POLICY FORUM

An activity of the nonprofit state association, Washington Nonprofits, monthly phone conferences bring nonprofit leaders from around that state together around issues of public policy interest.  SIgn up here for these calls.  At this point the phone calls are open at no cost to anyone who would like to call in and connect. 

WASHINGTON STATE

Nonprofits doing business in Washington should check out their status, and need to register, with the Secretary of State Charities Program.
Look at the Charities Program website for more information. 

The Charities Program has a new education program that is an important review of issues such as compliance with state tax law, gambling and liquor regulation. 

The Charities Program has published a helpful resource for board members:  Charity and Nonprofit Board Service in Washington State – Quick Guide.  This 10 page PDF booklet can be easily downloaded for board manuals.  Look on the right hand column for this Guide here. 

WASHINGTON STATE CHARITIES ADVISORY COUNCIL

Nonprofit Network Executive Director Jeanne Kojis is serving a second 3-year term to work with the Charity Advisory 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

RESOURCES FOR ADVOCACY

Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest

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