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Find Fulfillment by Creating Your Future
The Advocacy in Action section of this newsletter is dedicated to highlighting inspiring stories of individuals and groups that talk the talk and walk the walk, running innovative advocacy campaigns, collecting and wielding data, and championing the public good in various ways. Tim Delaney, President & CEO of the National Council of Nonprofits for the past 16 years, exemplifies all of these ideals and more. In recognition of his retirement today, NCN staff asked Tim to share some of the lessons he has learned from building the largest network of nonprofits in North America and leading effective advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels and all three branches of government.
What Does the End of the “Chevron Doctrine” Mean to Charitable Nonprofits?
At the end of this year’s term, the Supreme Court rejected a 40-year rule that required judicial deference to the subject matter expertise of federal departments and agencies when interpreting statutory requirements in regulations.
In Praise of Lobby Days
Participating in nonprofit Lobby Days at your state or the U.S. Capitol offer powerful opportunities to advocate for solutions that address community needs.
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