Can We Share That?

Working in coalition is one of the nonprofit sector's greatest strengths and can be especially powerful during election season. With the midterm elections around the corner, now is a good time for organizations to revisit their plans for election-related advocacy, including voter engagement, candidate education, and issue advocacy. A 501(c)(3) can collaborate with a 501(c)(4) and other nonprofits to advance common goals, pool resources, and build momentum. The key is knowing where collaboration ends and organizational boundaries begin, so allocate resources fairly, document cost-sharing agreements, and make sure each organization operates within the rules that apply to it.  In this episode, we'll explore best practices for 501(c)(3)s collaborating and sharing resources with organizations operating under different tax rules during election season, including how to keep coalition work effective, compliant, and nonpartisan.  Attorneys for this Episode:   Maggie Ellinger-Locke   Sarah Efthymiou  Monika Graham   501(c)(3)s Must Remain Nonpartisan   Internal Revenue Code: 501(c)(3) organizations are prohibited from directly or indirectly <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW268231324