Independent Sector

How can nonprofits remain effective, accountable, trusted, and mission-centered while adapting to profound uncertainty?

That question is at the center of next year's Symposium on Public Policy for Nonprofits, hosted by Independent Sector, ARNOVA, and Nonprofit Policy Forum.

Alan Abramson and Mirae Kim share why the symposium matters now more than ever: https://independentsector.org/blog/why-the-symposium-on-public-policy-for-nonprofits-matters/

Submit your proposal to present: https://independentsector.org/2027-symposium-request-for-proposals/

How could recent tax law changes affect charitable giving by businesses?

New provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could put billions of dollars in charitable giving at risk, potentially impacting workforce training programs, community college partnerships, small business loan initiatives, youth sports, and other local programs that communities rely on.

👉 Learn what's at stake for businesses, nonprofits, and communities: https://independentsector.org/policy/tax-law-changes-business-giving/

▶️ Watch our quick explainer video: https://youtu.be/2Mp2LVgitII?si=BU2P4xBwtvPn5Pu_

Tax Law Changes and Business Giving - Independent Sector Learn how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBA) impacts charitable giving by businesses and how communities could be affected.

🚨 Early Bird pricing for Independent Sector’s National Summit 2026 ends June 30.

Join nonprofit, philanthropic, and corporate giving leaders from across the country for the sector's premier event!

Why attend?
🔹 Practical workshops and training you can put into action right away.
🔹 Meaningful networking with leaders from across the charitable sector.
🔹 Leadership programming focused on governance and strategy.
🔹 Tools to strengthen your workforce, financial resilience, community trust, and advocacy efforts.

Learn more and register before rates increase: https://summit.independentsector.org/

Nonprofits play a vital role in civic engagement activities like voter registration drives. But figuring out how to start can be daunting.

To help inform organizations, Independent Sector, Nonprofit VOTE, Alliance for Justice's Bolder Advocacy program, and the League of Women Voters are launching a monthly email series with practical guidance and best practices for the midterm election season and beyond.

✉️ Sign up for Voices in Action: https://independentsector.org/community/voices-in-action/

"We found our way to Independent Sector through the 2025 National Summit and knew immediately it was a community we wanted to be part of."

We're thrilled to welcome Kaldero as a new member!

See how co-founders Heather Hendy and Vanessa Lynskey are helping organizations leverage technology to support their people and missions: https://independentsector.org/blog/helping-social-impact-leaders-leverage-impact/

Early bird tickets are now available for Independent Sector's National Summit 2026!

🔹 Learn new skills in expert-led workshops and trainings.
🔹 Form lasting connections with nonprofit and philanthropic peers.
🔹 Hear from inspiring leaders that are making a difference.
🔹 Strengthen your organization and the sector.

Join us in Phoenix from October 13-16 for the charitable sector's premier event and don't miss out on a pre-summit intensive. https://summit.independentsector.org/

Nonprofits and philanthropies are deeply rooted in American history, but today’s challenges threaten to disrupt the charitable sector’s critical work.

The 15th Symposium on Public Policy for Nonprofits, hosted by Independent Sector, ARNOVA, and Nonprofit Policy Forum, will explore how nonprofits weather the storm and stay on course through shocks.

✅ Share strategies and ideas with peers by submitting a proposal to present:
https://independentsector.org/2027-symposium-request-for-proposals/

It's not too late to nominate your mentor for recognition at Independent Sector's National Summit 2026!

This October, we're honoring a charitable sector mentor who embodies the ideals of Janine Lee — a beloved leader and advisor who inspired countless individuals throughout her 30-year career.

🏅 Nominate your mentor: https://independentsector.org/community/leadership-awards/janine-lee-mentorship-award/

As we head into summer, what should nonprofits and philanthropies be watching on Capitol Hill?

Learn about upcoming spending bills, legislation expanding charitable giving options for retirement savers, and more in our latest DC Download: https://independentsector.org/blog/dc-download-congress-walking-on-eggshells/