Resources for Mission-Driven Organizations

Federal Policy Changes & Executive Orders Impacting Nonprofits

Nonprofits operate in a complex policy landscape, with federal actions shaping funding, operations, advocacy rights, and DEI efforts. The following resources provide analysis and guidance on how recent executive orders may impact nonprofit organizations: 

• National Council on Nonprofits
• Executive Orders Affecting Charitable Nonprofits: A continuously updated chart detailing executive orders that may impact nonprofits, covering areas such as diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, government grants and contracts, and civic engagement. 
• Executive Actions and Their Impact on Charitable Nonprofits: Recording of a webinar held on Friday, February 7, 2025 where attendees learedn more about Executive Orderss, the ones most directly or indirectly impacting charitable nonprofits, and the latest on the legal challenges.
• Effects of Executive Actions on Nonprofits: Complete this form if your organization is experiencing issues with federal funding.
• The Impacts of the Recent Executive Orders on Nonprofits
• CharityWatch | Executive Orders’ Impact on Charities: An analysis of recent executive orders signed by President Trump and their potential effects on nonprofit organizations. 
• Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
• Executive Orders Affecting Nonprofits: A summary of executive orders signed after January 20, 2025, highlighting issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, government grants, and civic engagement. 
• Resources to Navigate Uncertainty: Tangible steps your nonprofit can take to help you navigate these times of uncertainty.

• Alliance for Justice | How Nonprofits Can Fight Back Against Harmful Executive Orders: Guidance on how nonprofits can respond to executive orders, funding freezes, and policy rollbacks without risking their tax-exempt status. 

• Common Good Data | How New Executive Orders May Impact Nonprofits: An overview of executive orders issued since January 20, 2025, and their potential effects on nonprofit operations, particularly in DEI initiatives. 

• Inform USA | Resources in Response to the Recent Executive Orders: A compilation of resources to assist nonprofits in understanding and responding to recent executive orders, including links to official statements and legal analyses.
• CHC | Navigating DEI Changes Under the New Administration: Insights into how recent executive orders may impact nonprofits’ diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, with recommendations for navigating these changes.
• The National Immigration Law Center published a resource guide that provides best practices for public school leaders, administrators, educators, and advocates related to immigration enforcement and student’s rights.

State-Level Policy Changes & Legislative Updates

State governments play a critical role in shaping nonprofit operations, from tax policies to funding priorities. Stay informed on key state-level policy shifts that may impact your organization: 

• Nonprofit Alliance is a unifying voice to promote, protect, and strengthen the nonprofit sector. They share state legislature updates regularly. 

• Nonprofit Champion Newsletter: This newsletter shares federal and state policy changes as it relates to nonprofit organizations. 
• Just Security Litigation Tracker:  This public resource tracks legal challenges to Trump administration actions. 
• Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell Update: AG Campbell Issues Guidance on DEIA Employment Initiatives. 

• Multi-State Guidance Concerning Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Employment Initiatives: DEIA guidance for nonprofits and businesses from several state Attorneys General, including Masschusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell. 

Building Collective Power: Communities of Support

Advocacy and adaptation are strongest when done in community. Nonprofits can find peer support, share strategies, and build power together through these networks: 

National Council on Nonprofits Network: A national directory of nonprofit organizations working together to strengthen the sector. 

Moving Forward Together

As we navigate uncertainty and challenges ahead, TSNE remains committed to providing mission-driven organizations with the resources, knowledge, and networks needed to thrive. We will continue updating this page as new developments unfold. If your organization has insights, tools, or advocacy efforts to share, we invite you to contribute to this collective resource hub. 

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