Growth of the Sector
There were more than 800,000 registered nonprofits in the U.S. in 2000, employing more than 10 million people.
Using real-life examples and offering practical tips, this guide outlines the reasons why nonprofit organizations of all sizes should engage in advocacy to help change laws, influence funding and improve service delivery to their constituents.
Nonprofit organizations are uniquely positioned to give voice to the voiceless--their constituents whose needs are often overlooked or misunderstood. Engaging in advocacy work in any form--from organizing a letter-writing campaign, a march on city hall or more in-depth lobbying efforts--can be daunting, but it is vitally important for organizations to find ways to engage with public officials in order to help affect lasting change.