# State Advocacy

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Podcast: [Rules of the Game: The Bolder Advocacy Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rules-of-the-game-the-bolder-advocacy-podcast-744868)
Published: 2025-09-03T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In today's episode, we're focusing on the topic of state advocacy, specifically exploring the vital role that nonprofits play in shaping policy and driving change at the state level, and how that role is increasingly coming under attack. We will discuss some of the landscape nonprofits are currently facing at the state level and provide actionable tips for organizations looking to amplify their impact. And we'll be sharing information about exciting new state resources that are in progress at Bolder Advocacy! Attorneys for this Episode Brittany Hacker Maggie Ellinger-Locke Sarah Efthymiou The Importance of State-Level Advocacy: · State policies have as much, if not more, impact on local communities, than federal policies · State-level advocacy can lead to significant changes in policies around funding, regulations, and services · What are some benefits of state-level advocacy by and for nonprofits? o Can help strengthen community ties and build relationships with policymakers o Can enhance the visibility and credibility of the organization o Can help mobilize supporters and volunteers around key issues o These policy advocacy opportunities really allow nonprofit organizations to engage in some of the nuts and bolts of movement building. Protecting Against State Legislative Attacks on Nonprofits: · "Laboratories of democracy," a1932 opinion by Justice Louis Brandeis. · That vision still holds, states can test bold reforms especially when federal progress stalls. · But some state legislatures are taking aim at civil society. · Today we're spotlighting four troubling trends: donor disclosure laws, "baby FARA" bills, charitable fundraising restrictions, and anti-DEI legislation. o Donor disclosure laws are framed as transparency measures—and in some contexts, transparency…

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