Florida Philanthropic Network is a state-wide coalition of Grantmakers working to strengthen philanthropy through research, education and public policy.

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Partner's Program with Todd Boulanger

Partners, please join us on Monday, October 20th for a causal, seaside dinner at Sharkey's on the Beach and on Tuesday, October 21st for a presentation and discussion with Todd Boulanger, Senior Vice President, Cassidy & Associates. Recently named one of "50 Politicos to Watch" by Politico newspaper, a "rising star on K Street" by The Hill newspaper. Mr. Boulanger will share, with our Foundation Partners, an insiders view on the most effective tactics for building influential relationships on Capitol Hill.  He will also provide an analysis of the new tax code and the implications for nonprofits.  Mr. Boulanger is experienced in devising and executing specific legislative strategies and will share with us his knowledge of Members of Congress, their personal staffs, Committees, Subcommittees and how to strategically operate in the complex maze they comprise. Please contact Amanda Schumer for more information.

 

News

Nonprofits Push for Increased Federal Involvement

Nonprofit organizations are a growing economic force, with about one in 10 U.S. workers employed by such organizations and Americans giving upwards of $300 billion a year to charities. Although they are relied on to fix many of society's problems, nonprofit groups often work in isolation and have virtually no strategic coordination with government. [ ARTICLE]

U.S. Senate Creates Philanthropy Caucus

Two U.S. senators have created a Senate Philanthropy Caucus to look at ways to help foundations and charities.
Sens. Charles Schumer, Democrat of New York, and Richard Burr, Republican of North Carolina, sent a letter to colleagues in late July asking them to join the caucus to “support the long tradition of good works by the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors.” [ ARTICLE]