Advocacy & Public Policy Flashcards
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A nonprofit receives a federal grant. Which restriction typically applies to how the nonprofit may use those grant funds for lobbying?
Answer: Federal grant funds may not be used for lobbying activities
Federal law generally prohibits the use of federal grant funds for lobbying, though organizations may use other funds for permitted advocacy.
Which type of alliance brings together nonprofits, businesses, and government agencies around a shared policy goal?
Answer: A cross-sector coalition
Cross-sector coalitions unite organizations from different sectors—nonprofit, private, and public—to advance a common policy objective.
A nonprofit wants to release a research report to influence a state budget debate. Timing the release to coincide with budget committee hearings is an example of:
Answer: Strategic use of the policy window
Timing advocacy activities to align with key legislative moments capitalizes on policy windows when decision-makers are most receptive.
When a nonprofit says it is using 'narrative change' as an advocacy strategy, it is primarily trying to:
Answer: Shift the dominant stories and frames through which the public understands a policy issue
Narrative change advocacy seeks to alter the cultural stories and mental frames that shape how people think about and respond to a policy issue.
A nonprofit board member asks whether the organization can publish a voter guide ranking candidates on policy issues. The safest approach for a 501(c)(3) is to:
Answer: Publish a nonpartisan guide presenting all candidates' positions on issues without recommendations
A strictly nonpartisan voter guide that presents all candidates' positions equally, without endorsements or ratings, is generally permissible for 501(c)(3)s.
Which of the following is an example of 'inside game' lobbying strategy?
Answer: Briefing a legislative aide one-on-one with research and data
Inside game strategies involve direct, private interactions with policymakers and their staff, leveraging relationships and expertise.
An advocacy organization uses 'constituent stories' in its legislative meetings. The primary purpose is to:
Answer: Make abstract policy impacts concrete and emotionally resonant for legislators
Personal stories from constituents humanize data and help legislators understand the real-world impact of policy decisions.