Advocacy and Public Policy Resources

General Guidelines

Nonprofit organizations are allowed to do advocacy and lobbying, although there are some restrictions.

• Nonprofit Advocacy is NEEDED– National Council of Nonprofits
• Beyond the Cause: The Art and Science of Advocacy

Getting Started

• Bolder Advocacy: Philanthropy Advocacy Playbook
• NCN: Everyday Advocacy – Basics, Tools, and Evidence That It Works

Advocacy Tips

• Independent Sector: Beyond the Cause – The Art and Science of Advocacy
• MASSCreative: Nonprofit. Organizations & Advocacy

Lobbying

Confused about Massachusetts lobbying requirements and if you might need to register as a lobbyist? The following information will help.

• MCN Advocacy and Lobbying Guide
• Lobbyist Registration and Reporting System – Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth
• NonProfitPro: Lobbying 101: 6 Tips on Advocating Without Trouble

Contact Information

• State Senators/Representatives
• US Representatives
• MALegislature.gov: Find a Legislator in Massachusetts
• Library of Congress: Find a US Congress Member

Other Advocacy and Public Policy Resources

• The Public Policy Institute
• Nonprofit VOTE

Have a question? Please email info@macouncilofnonprofits.org.

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