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Rules of the Game: The Bolder Advocacy Podcast

Bolder Advocacy
Alliance For Justice
Lobbying
Ballot Measures
Nonprofit Advocacy
Bolder Advocacy
Nonprofit Sector
Ballot Measure Advocacy
501(c)(3) Organizations
501(c)(3) Public Charities
IRS
501(c)(3)
Foreign Influence Laws
Voter Registration
Voting Rights Act
Health Care
Disability Rights
Environmental Justice
Labor and Economic Justice
Nonprofit Lobbying
Nomination Advocacy

Nonprofits are important advocates on issues critical to every community, but sometimes the rules and regulations of advocacy can be barriers to entry. In Rules of the Game, Bolder Advocacy attorneys at Alliance for Justice use real examples to demystify these laws to help 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) nonprofits be bolder advocates, whether holding elected officials accountable, educating candidates, e... more

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This week we are talking about 501(c)(4)s, or social welfare organizations. What are the advantages to starting one? How are they different than 501(c)(3)s and other types of nonprofits? And what are the important considerations when determining if a... more

After the Supreme Court wrapped up its latest term, we thought it would be a good idea to revisit the unique opportunities 501(c)(3) public charities have to advocate in favor of or against specific nominations made by the Executive Branch that requi... more

On today's episode, we are breaking down the 2026 state legislative season and how the landscape affecting nonprofit advocacy is shifting across the country. We are recording this in mid-June, and while most states have wrapped up for the year, not a... more

This week, we are diving into the world of philanthropy. We are thrilled to be joined by Matthew L. Evans from the United Philanthropy Forum who will help us understand how philanthropy is evolving to meet this moment and what challenges and opportun... more

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Recent Guests

Matthew L. Evans
Vice President of Advocacy and External Relations, United Philanthropy Forum
United Philanthropy Forum
Episode: How Philanthropy is Meeting the Moment
Brittany Hacker Leonard
Legal professional contributor
Episode: Litigation Update
Jamal Lockings
Dorot Fellow on the Federal Courts Team
AFJ Justice Team
Episode: SCOTUS Term Preview and Advocacy for 501(c)(3)s
Emma Olson Sharkey
Partner, analyzed law group, focusing on non-profit tax, voting rights and campaign finance law
Analyst group (as described in episode)
Episode: Ballot Measures and California Redistricting
Maggie Ellinger-Locke
Senior State Law and Legislative Council, Bolder Advocacy
Alliance for Justice / Bolder Advocacy
Episode: State Advocacy

Hosts

Natalie Ossenfort
Host of Rules of the Game, focused on nonprofit advocacy and legal compliance for 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations.
Susan Finkle Sourlis
Attorney and host focusing on nonprofit law, compliance, and advocacy strategy.
Tim Mooney
Co-host with deep expertise in nonprofit advocacy, elections, and policy implementation.
Victor Rivera
Host with focus on applying advocacy rules to real-world nonprofit campaigns and education.
Brittany Hacker Leonard
Host and attorney focusing on nonprofit governance, compliance, and outreach.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Please go on Colbert or Trevor Noah to discuss DD

    Please get direct democracy out to the public as a way to solve the Left vs Right stalemate. Abortion and Gun Safety will pass w The Peoples vote. Please go out for talk show interviews. We need you!

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    5
    LGM Austin
    United States4 years ago
  • Are you ready to be heard?

    I work for a nonprofit organization and we have used Bolder Advocacy's materials for years. I still learn something new every single time I hear them speak. Bolder Advocacy will help you, and the nonprofit agencies you care about, advance their mission in new and highly effective ways. TY to Bolder Advocacy for this new platform to share important advocacy and lobbying rules. Elevating voices for democracy and change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elevating Voices
    United States6 years ago
  • Great information!

    Thank you for doing this podcast! This information is super helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kellytaft2020
    United States6 years ago

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• Listeners appreciate practical, legally grounded guidance that helps nonprofits stay compliant while being effective advocates.
• Audiences value real-world examples and resources, and praise the hosts for clear explanations and actionable tips.
• The show is seen as a reliable resource for nonprofit staff and volunteers aiming to enhance impact without risking tax-exempt status.

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Ask Us Anything: Voter Registration
Q: How can I engage in voter registration without jeopardizing C3 status?
Maintain strict nonpartisanship in both design and execution, offer services broadly without discrimination, and base targeting on neutral criteria while avoiding any voter influence on voting behavior.
Ask Us Anything: Voter Registration
Q: Why are C3's voter registration activities effective?
C3s leverage deep community trust, provide nonpartisan assistance at touchpoints, and offer education in multiple languages to simplify the process, which increases participation without compromising neutrality.

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Practical, law-informed conversations helping nonprofits navigate complex rules around advocacy, lobbying, and political participation. Episodes commonly cover how 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations can engage in voter education, candidate commentary, ballot measures, and issue advocacy while staying compliant with IRS rules, state campaign finance laws, and Hatch Act considerations. Hosts share concrete guidelines, real-world examples, and tools for governance, disclosures, and documenting activities to avoid implied endorsements. The tone blends tax-law nuance with actionable tips, often featuring guests from legal and nonprofit sectors to translate statutes into workable policies for everyday nonprofit work. Noteworthy is the consiste... more

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