Information for Nonprofit
With the nonprofit sector serving such a large and varied population in Michigan, MPPI is working to help nonprofit leaders pool their resources to further the causes they support. Here you will find information on locating government resources, the latest information on important policy issues, and effective ways of making the voice of the nonprofit community heard.
Information About the Government & Policy Issues
Contact and Educational Information for the New Legislative Session
All the new information you need to know for the new legislative session
Government Directory
A listing of Michigan government officials.
Nonprofit Council for Charitable Trusts
Advisory Committee to the Michigan Attorney General
E-mail Updates
MNA's regular public policy update
Public Policy Links
A complete listing of useful links for individuals and organizations involved in public policy.
State Budget
The latest updates on the State Budget process.
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Information About Advocacy
Lobbying Info
Information regarding the rules and regulations, and information about why and how your group should lobby.
Election-Year Advocacy Tips
Information regarding the dos and don’ts for voter and candidate education.
 Advocacy Handbook
A guide to help your organization become effective advocates.
Guide To Getting Good Media Coverage
A guide designed for nonprofit leaders providing key information needed to get media coverage of nonprofit issues, projects and other activities. (link to guide on the publications page)
Advocacy Grapevine
Stories of Nonprofit Advocacy Promoting Best Practices
Statewide Advocates
A listing of statewide organizations that act as advocates for the sub-sectors.
Training Opportunities
MNA offers trainings for nonprofit staff, volunteers and board members on being effective advocates and lobbyists. Please contact Erin Skene at 517-492-2400 to schedule a training, free of charge, for your organization.
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Opportunities for Action
Nonprofit Day
MNA’s annual conference promoting relevent issues and concerns of the nonprofit sector.
MNA Advocacy Action Alert System
Sign-up now to receive action alert e-mails regarding critical public policy issues
Nonprofit Week
This special week is designated to raise the awareness of the services provided and the resources protected by Michigan nonprofits.
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Research
Research Institutions
A listing of institutions that conduct research on social issues.
Economic Benefits of Michigan’s Nonprofit Sector
Presents the first detailed analysis of the economic contribution of Michigan nonprofits.
Spotlight On Applied Research
Short briefs summarizing research on the sector.
Setting the Record Straight on Michigan’s Nonprofit Community
A booklet promiting understanding of the nonprofit sector and dispeling a host of misconceptions about nonprofits.
Giving & Volunteering in Michigan
Highlighting key findings from a survey of Michigan residents on their levels of giving and volunteering.
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