As the 2025 Trump administration continues to wreak havoc, a wave of firings and reassignments among federal employees has sparked concern across sectors. These changes are particularly aimed at civil servants and experts perceived to be out of alignment with the administration’s goals. In response, nonprofits have a vital opportunity to step up in support of affected workers—offering legal aid, employment assistance, mental health services, and more.
This moment calls for a united and strategic effort. Here are key ways nonprofits can assist federal employees facing job loss or retribution.
Across the nonprofit sector, many organizations are increasingly recognizing that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) are not optional ideals—they are mission-critical components of effective leadership and governance. Despite this growing awareness, most nonprofit boards remain racially and socio-economically homogenous. According to BoardSource, 90% of board chairs and 84% of board members are white, and representation of other marginalized communities remains minimal. This stark reality raises a critical question: How can nonprofits claim to serve diverse communities if those communities are not reflected in decision-making spaces? Building inclusive boards is not a one-size-fits-all process, but it is an essential one. Here’s what nonprofits need to know to begin the journey toward equity-centered governance.
In the nonprofit sector, leadership is not merely about maintaining operations—it’s about casting vision, cultivating people, and driving impact. Yet, nonprofit professionals often place their own development on the back burner in favor of the immediate needs of their organizations. While this may seem necessary in the moment, the long-term success of a mission-driven organization depends heavily on the strength, growth, and resilience of its leaders.
If you’re serving in a leadership role—or aspiring to one—prioritizing your professional development is not optional. It is essential. The rewards of investing in yourself ripple outward, strengthening your organization and preparing you for greater challenges and opportunities. Here's how to begin:
Advocacy is a vital tool for nonprofits, but keeping supporters engaged can be challenging. One innovative approach to boost participation and enthusiasm is gamification—the use of game elements like points, challenges, and rewards to encourage advocacy actions. By making advocacy interactive, competitive, and fun, nonprofits can increase supporter engagement and amplify their impact. Here’s how to get started.
Advocacy is a crucial part of the nonprofit sector, allowing organizations to raise awareness, influence policy, and drive social change. However, 501(c)(3) nonprofits must navigate strict legal boundaries to maintain their tax-exempt status while effectively advocating for their causes. Understanding these rules is essential to ensuring compliance and avoiding penalties.
Protests have long been a powerful tool for social change, allowing nonprofits to advocate for their causes and amplify their voices. However, organizing a protest requires careful planning to ensure it remains both effective and compliant with legal regulations. Here’s a guide to help nonprofit organizations safely and legally organize a protest.