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The list below includes some important resources to help
groups advocate for their issues. New and experienced advocates
alike will find inspiration and factual information to help
them further their public policy efforts.
Real
Clout
Real Clout takes readers from the initial "good
idea" stage through the process of assembling all the
resources for a winning campaign. It is used as a resource
in Public Policy Institute activities and programs. A free
copy of Real Clout is available in Adobe Acrobat (pdf)
format.
Lobbying
on a Shoestring (pdf)
The third edition of the classic policy advocacy handbook,
Lobbying on a Shoestring, is available by mail order. View
and print an order
form (pdf), or order
online from MCLE.
Ten
Reasons to Lobby for Your Cause (pdf)
(www.independentsector.org/Nonprofit_Information_Center/information_center.html)
This fact sheet, produced by Independent Sector, outlines
reasons that lobbying is important and necessary.
The Nonprofit Lobbying Guide
(www.independentsector.org/pubs_cart.htm#order)
This helpful guide is not online but can be purchased online
or by calling Independent Sector. View the publications
listing and order form (pdf).
Let
America Speak!
(www.ombwatch.org/article/articleview/399/#RandR)
This list of resources includes guidance for nonprofits on
allowable lobbying practices.
Alliance
for Justice
(www.allianceforjustice.org/nonprofit)
The Nonprofit Advocacy section of the Alliance for Justice's
website offers a wide range of resources specific to increasing
policy advocacy among 501(c)3 organizations.
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