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Can Nonprofits Escape Corporate Capture?

NonProfit Quarterly

At the same time, within this austerity framework, nonprofits increasingly fill holes in sectors ranging from education to healthcare to journalism to social services that we depend on the most and that have been receiving less and less government support. Nonprofits are a feature of tax law and corporate governance laws. JH: I agree.

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Sponsorship v. Donations: The Drawbacks and Benefits

NonProfit Hub

Sponsorship is usually tied to an event or program that has production value and requires a significant investment of time and energy. The “benefit” can be anything from promotion as the title sponsor of an event, for example, or simply a meal and entertainment at that same event. ” Where’s the reciprocity?

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How Guarantees Can Advance Community Development and Racial Equity

NonProfit Quarterly

While many foundations screen their endowment investments based on environmental, social, and governance factors, only a few optimize their investment strategies for mission impact. Even when a guarantee is called, foundations may be able to categorize the payment as a charitable contribution.

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Sponsorship v. Donations: The Drawbacks and Benefits

NonProfit Hub

Drawbacks of Corporate Sponsorships While great for driving support and increasing visibility, corporate sponsorships also have their challenges: Sponsorships are usually tied to an event or program with production value and require a significant investment of time and energy.

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Is The Generosity Decline Real? What To Do!

Bloomerang

Tax incentive reductions have led to fewer taxpayers making itemized charitable contributions. You can’t control what services the government provides, or does not provide. The more you focus on helping, the more others will want to help you – and you’ll feel better too , which means positive energy all around.

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Commentary: The Stakes in Washington For Nonprofits In 2025

The NonProfit Times

Ways and Means Chair Jason Smith (R-MO) and other tax-writing Republicans devoted significant time and energy investigating various corners of the tax-exempt sector. There’s no better time than now for the sector to get to work in Washington, D.C. ** Geoffrey Paul is senior government relations associate at Integer in Washington, D.C.

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