Changes at the federal and state levels have led to a period of uncertainty for Oklahoma nonprofits, as historic funding cuts are impacting our organizations’ abilities to plan, budget, staff and ultimately deliver much-needed services to Oklahomans who need us.

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TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

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RECORDING: Federal Tax Policy: What's New and What It Means for Nonprofits | Recorded on July 15

This special edition sector call focuses on the new federal tax policy's impact on Oklahoma nonprofits, with discussions about advocacy efforts and the provisions of the recent tax bill, including both positive and negative impacts on the nonprofit sector. The conversation includes concerns about threats to nonprofits, particularly those working with vulnerable populations, and discussions about foundation funding and potential tax changes, along with information about available resources and support through the Center for Nonprofits.

RECORDING: Advocacy in Action: Charitable Act, Tax Bill and Toolbox for Oklahoma Nonprofits | Recorded on May 27
Downloads: Presentation PDF
The Center is here to bring Oklahoma nonprofits timely, actionable insights in the face of breaking policy news. Join us Tuesday, May 27 at 2 pm as we learn about the federal tax bill, Charitable Act and other pressing issues from Jessica Mendieta, policy expert with National Council for Nonprofits, and roll out hands-on advocacy tools Oklahoma nonprofits can use to make our voices heard on the Hill in Washington, DC as well as here in the heartland. 

HELPFUL RESOURCES

• Find Elected Officials
• Executive Orders Affecting Charitable Nonprofits
• FAQ on Executive Actions Impacting Nonprofits
• Nonprofit Checklist: What to do When Your Government Grant or Contract is Terminated
• Sector Survey Results Spring 2025: A Snapshot of Funding Crisis Effects on Oklahoma Nonprofits

The Center is also available to consult with nonprofits on unique situations or when you need expertise or a helping hand. Click here to make an inquiry about tailor-made consulting for your nonprofit.

IN THE NEWS

• How Government Funding Disruptoins Affected Nonprofits in Early 2025 (Urban Institute 10/25)
• The Federal Government Shutdown Could Compound Financial Insecurity Among Nonprofits (Urban Institute 10/7/25)
• Poll: Voters Want Policymakers to Support Nonprofits in an Uncertain Time (Independent Sector)
• Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits joins national campaign amid federal funding cuts (KOKH 8/7/25)
• Tax Megalaw Upends Charitable Giving (Wall Street Journal 8/4/25)
• Community leaders speaking out as federal cuts target Oklahoma nonprofits (KOCO 5/9/25)
• Oklahoma Nonprofits Brace for Impact as Federal Cuts Slash Jobs, Services
• Oklahoma nonprofits among the casualties of federal cuts
• Taylor: Nonprofits need your time, talents more than ever
• YWCA Tulsa talks millions being slashed from federal funding
• Oklahoma nonprofits face uncertainty amid potential federal funding cuts
• Taylor: For nonprofits, it all comes down to business

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