Category Archives: Politics

Takeaways from Ways and Means Committee hearing on tax-exempt organizations

By Katy Snyder, JVA Consulting A hearing led by Rep. Charles W. Boustany, Jr. (R-La.), Chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight, was held yesterday to discuss issues related to IRS oversight of tax-exempt organizations. The hearing, which … Continue reading

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What will be the impact of federal budget cuts?

By Lisa Cirincione, JVA Consulting JVA has been closely following the federal budget debates to discern what the impact of cuts on federal agencies’ discretionary spending will be on nonprofits that pursue federal grants and contracts. While things are still … Continue reading

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Ten years of war has repercussions for nonprofit sector, too

By Katy Snyder, JVA Consulting Today marks the 10th anniversary of the start of the war in Afghanistan.  According to CNN, the total death count stands at 2,700 troops; of those, 1,780 were American, 382 were British and 157 were … Continue reading

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Debt ceiling deal has nonprofits wondering what’s next

by Katy Snyder, JVA Consulting When the deal to raise the debt ceiling was signed into law August 2, many were relieved that the U.S. would not have to default on its debts, and nonprofits were relieved that for the … Continue reading

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Election Day Resources

If you’re not sure about where you need to go to cast your ballot or if you don’t know if you’re registered or not, here are some resources that will you help get started.

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Details and dangers of Amendments 60 and 61, and Proposition 101 discussed at community forum

by Collin Lessing, JVA Consulting On October 18, the Young Nonprofit Professional Network (YNPN) Denver hosted Beer and Ballots—an event that looked at both sides of some of the biggest issues facing Colorado voters. The fast-paced event took place at … Continue reading

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Beer and Ballots will discuss Amendments 60, 61 and other topics

By Collin Lessing, JVA Consulting With the November election right around the corner, the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) is hosting Beer and Ballots—a free event that will help attendees make sense of this year’s ballot initiatives and give people … Continue reading

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