Independent Sector

We've received fantastic session proposals for Independent Sector's National Summit 2025 and we're so excited about the programs we'll be offering in Atlanta from October 27-29! But we know more people want to get involved, so we're extending our deadline for session submissions to Friday, April 11. https://lnkd.in/etejq96n Why should you present at the summit? ?? Join a distinguished community of thought leaders driving sector transformation. ?? Share your expertise with an engaged audience of decision-makers. ?? Contribute to strengthening sector-wide capacity and knowledge. ?? Network with peers and potential collaborators. ?? Receive special recognition and speaker rates to the summit.

What happened in the nation’s capital this month? In the latest edition of DC Download, learn about the executive order on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, a bipartisan bill seeking retirement fairness for nonprofit and public sector workers, and more.

Join us on Thursday, April 3 for a timely webinar on advocacy in the nonprofit sector! Heather MacIndoe, Héctor Malvido, and Kristin Hurdle will discuss how nonprofit leaders are engaging in advocacy, share ways to align advocacy with organizational values, and offer insights into the evolving landscape. Register to watch:?https://lnkd.in/eBnhfFbt

How should nonprofits and philanthropies talk about the work they’re doing? We’ll be diving into this question at the 14th Symposium on Public Policy for Nonprofits, co-hosted with ARNOVA and Nonprofit Policy Forum. If you have ideas about assessing and communicating the sector’s impact, submit a proposal to present at the symposium! https://lnkd.in/eTFh7giM

Independent Sector, ARNOVA, and Nonprofit Policy Forum are looking for submissions for our 14th Symposium on Public Policy on Nonprofits! This year's theme is "Breaking Through the Noise: Assessing and Communicating the Impact of Nonprofits and Philanthropy." How we measure and talk about the impact of the charitable sector is more important than ever. We hope folks have interesting ideas and info to share!

Help support our mission to strengthen the charitable sector! We are looking for college and graduate students who are passionate about public policy, advocacy, fundraising, communications, and related fields. Apply for our internship program: https://lnkd.in/e6Qac_ph

Tomorrow at 3:00 PM ET, our President and CEO Dr. Akilah Watkins will share insights from her National Listening Tour! See what we learned from our members and partners in Chicago, New York City, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Dallas, Seattle, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Washington, DC, and virtually: https://lnkd.in/e5XWnypU

Executive orders can’t change the law—the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program covers all 501(c)(3) nonprofit workers. It’s a vital tool for recruiting and retaining public service professionals. We stand with the PSLF Coalition in opposing any effort to undermine it. Public service workers deserve the support they were promised.

Are you an Independent Sector member? Join us on March 27 to learn about the latest policy developments in Washington, DC and the potential impacts on the charitable sector. ?? Register to watch the Monthly Policy Update: https://lnkd.in/e43Vfdh8 ? Not a member? Join us: https://lnkd.in/eGUaxS2b

Join other nonprofit and philanthropy leaders in building collective power. This October, nonprofits, foundations, and corporate giving programs are connecting in the #ATL for Independent Sector's National Summit 2025. We're thrilled to welcome a community of leaders that are driving progress locally and throughout the nation. Want to play a part in the summit? Please submit a session and contribute your expertise on key topics like equitable community development, workforce development, transformative philanthropy, financial health, community engagement. ? Learn more about submitting your proposal or becoming a reviewer: https://lnkd.in/g9h3KDNQ