Philanthropy New York's local public policy issue guide on the idea of Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOTs) for property-owning nonprofits in New York City.
This North Star Fund report illustrates how several national and local funders have worked together to support community organizing and advocacy groups working together in coalition.
Susan Fairchild of New Visions for Public Schools discusses how policymakers and educators are rethinking how to measure what matters when it comes to college and career readiness for New York students.
Panelists discussed the expected effects from what has already passed Congress in January 2013 and whether or not the charitable deduction debate is leading to the neglect of even more important issues in the budget battles likely to be beset us for years to come.
This comprehensive study, based on over 100 interviews, three surveys, three case studies and more, identifies five essential approaches to successful advocacy and analyzes the effectiveness of advocacy on issues facing the entire nonprofit and philanthropic sector.
Many recent proposals for budget and tax reform would change the value of the charitable contribution deduction. This Urban Institute report provides context for policymakers who may be considering one or more of these reforms, as well as for other interested observers.