In general, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations may engage in lobbying and other advocacy activities, including election-related activities, within certain limits. The lobbying and election resources on these pages to learn more about what you can and cannot do as you engage in advocacy.
Lobbying Rules
Learn about the limits on how much lobbying a 501(c)(3) can do, and whether an organization that does federal lobbying needs to register with Congress.
Election Resources
Learn what your organization can do to get involved in elections and how nonprofits are working to help all citizens express their opinions in the 2008 elections.
Challenges to Nonprofit Advocacy
Learn about recent court and legislative challenges to nonprofit advocacy rights.
Advocacy Headlines
Last Updated: July 1, 2008
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