The Center for Nonprofit Advancement works to get our member organizations "at the table" when policy decisions are being made. Acting as a liaison between area nonprofits and regional government agencies and officials, the Center helps to facilitate the flow of information between them.

We advocate on behalf of both our membership and the entire nonprofit community, following local legislation and public policy issues that affect regional nonprofits.

Watch this space -- as well as the Nonprofit Agenda and the Nonprofit Messenger -- for public policy updates.

Join the Town Hall Meeting

In preparation for the 2008 Nonprofit Congress, area nonprofits are invited to attend a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, May 19 from 12:00 to 2:30 p.m. at the University of the District of Columbia. Join us to discuss the issues affecting the sector locally!

File Your 990N in 2008

Starting in 2008 nonprofits with budgets less than $25,000.00 are required to file the new (e postcard) form 990N. If you miss filing this for three years, your nonprofit status will be revoked.

Action Alert: Support Nonprofit Training and Technical Assistance

Show your support for important legislation pending in the Maryland Legislature that will benefit the nonprofit sector by providing support through the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED) for the training and technical assistance that many nonprofits need, especially during their early years.

Join DC Vote and Make a Difference

DC Vote is working to secure full voting rights in Congress for the residents of the District of Columbia. Join their national coalition.

Charitable Solicitation Registration for DC Nonprofits

DC nonprofits that receive funding from either federal, state or local government or private foundation must register as a "Charitable Solicitation" organization along with their Basic Business license.

Coalition Building

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement provides technical assistance on coalition building and relationship building activities for many nonprofit organizations and public policy officials in the Washington area.

Public Policy Values and Principles

Learn about the five basic values and principles that guide the Center for Nonprofit Advancement's public policy work.

Nonprofit Lobbying Yes You Can!

Learn the do's and don'ts of nonprofit lobbying.