IRS Clarifies Rules for Grants to Organizations that Lobby
A letter from the IRS clarifying how foundations can support grantees that engage in lobbying and election-related activities.
Lobbying
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
HARTFORD, CT -- In the January 2018 Giving Voice blog post, CCP President Karla Fortunato reports on CCP's series of programs focused on strategies to strengthen community capacity and democracy.
Lobbying and Advocacy - Code of Ethics for Lobbyists
Presentation given by Peter Lewandowski, Assistant General Counsel, Office of State Ethics, State of Connecticut.
How Can Foundations Engage in Advocacy & Lobbying?
This short article reviews the basics of how foundations can engage in Federal advocacy work, and gives information on when various types of grantmakers can lobby.
Four Important Facts About Lobbying with Foundation Grant Funds
Charity Lobbying in the Public Interest (CLPI) one-page fact sheet provides information about lobbying with foundation grants.
FAQs: Lobbying and Advocacy Issues
Peter Lewandowski, Assistant General Counsel, Connecticut Office of State Ethics, answers Frequently Asked Questions about lobbying and advocacy issues under the Connecticut State Code of Ethics for Lobbyists.