President Trump Issues Executive Order Seeking Changes to Federal Election Processes (and Inaccurately Describing Law on Lobbying by Nonprofits with Federal Funds)
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OMB Pause on Federal Grants to Nonprofits
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Last updated: February 25 at 8:12 p.m.
2024 Election Tip of the Week: Voting Locations and Processes May Have Changed in Western North Carolina
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The North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) and NC General Assembly have approved several changes to voting rules in the 25 counties in western North Carolina most affected by Hurricane Helene. Among other things:
2024 Election Tip of the Week: Make a Plan to Vote Early
Date posted: 09/19/2024
Early Voting is a great option for many North Carolinians for several reasons:
Election Tip of the Week: Stay Nonpartisan in Your Election-Related Activities
Date posted: 09/12/2024
501(c)(3) nonprofits are prohibited from engaging in partisan political activities. This nonpartisanship requirement is particularly relevant in the period leading up to an election when many charitable nonprofits are engaged in (legal) voter registration, voter education, and get-out-the-vote work. Whether your nonprofit is engaging in election-related activities or just providing your usual programs and services, it is essential that your organization avoid activities that appear to support or oppose particular candidates for office or political parties.
2024 Election Tip of the Week: Plan Now to Give Your Staff Paid Time Off To Vote This Fall
Date posted: 09/05/2024
Plan now to give your staff paid time off to vote during elections or volunteer in nonpartisan election-related activities.
Election Tip: Get Free (and Really Helpful) Resources from You Can Vote
Date posted: 08/21/2024
Learn about free, user-friendly, and nonpartisan voter education resources from You Can Vote.
Answers to Common Questions About Nonprofits and the 2024 Election
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Answers to common questions about what types of election-related activities North Carolina nonprofits can and can’t do.
2024 Election Tip of the Week: 501(c)(3) Nonprofits Can Engage on Ballot Measures
Date posted: 08/14/2024
Guidance for North Carolina nonprofits about advocating for or against state constitutional amendments and other ballot measures.