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In today's episode continuing our eight-part series, we examine how nonprofits are effectively advocating for environmental justice. We'll analyze practical strategies for building awareness and securing advocacy funding while navigating the regulatory frameworks that govern nonprofit activism. Join us for a clear-eyed look at how organizations are making meaningful progress in environmental protection and climate action.    Attorneys for this episode   Tim Mooney  Quyen Tu  Susan Finkle Sourlis    Shownotes   Current Events / Executive Orders:  • Trump Administration Environmental Rollbacks  • Rescinded EPA's Environmental Justice Screening Tool (EJSCREEN)  • Repealed Biden-era executive orders on Justice40, climate equity, and cumulative impacts assessments  • Reinstated NEPA rules from 2019, reducing environmental review for pipelines, highways, and factories  • Revoked protections for sacred Indigenous lands (e.g., Bears Ears downsizing, drilling leases on Chaco Canyon perimeter)  • Impacts on Vulnerable Communities:  • Halted all EPA funding for community air monitoring programs in EJ-designated census tracts  • Suspended grants to community-based climate resilience projects  • Cut FEMA's BRIC (Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities) equity prioritization language  • Reopened refineries and power plants previously closed for Clean Air Act violations, especially in Black and Latino neighborhoods  • EPA DEI cuts:  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced plans to cancel nearly 800 environmental justice grants, totaling over $1.5 billion, which were intended to support projects mitigating climate change impacts in vulnerable communities .  •  Additionally, the EPA is undergoing a reduction in force, affecting employees in its Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights, as part of a broader effort to realign the agency's mission    ·      Non-Lobbying Advocacy o   Nonpartisan Advocacy 101: 501(c)(3)s cannot support or oppose candidates for public office, but they can… o   Educate the public about issues of importance to your organization. §  Waterkeeper Alliance is holding EPA Admin Lee Zeldin accountable for cuts to PFAS research. o   Hold a rally §  Memphis Community Against Pollution rallied to celebrate a victory for clean water, while turning its attention to a clean air fight against an Elon Musk-owned company's proposed data center. o   Initiate or participate in litigation §  AFJ member Earthjustice has sued the Trump administration's improper withholding of IRA grant funds for projects that included Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grants to install solar panels on small farms. o   Fund Advocacy §  Meyer Memorial Trust funded  41 organizations with EJ awards totaling $6.9 million in 2024 with a focus on frontline and indigenous communities   ·      Lobbying o   501(c)(3) public charities are also allowed to use unrestricted funds to engage in some lobbying activities. o   Tax Code Lobbying 101: Public charities can lobby, but they are limited in how much lobbying they may engage in. §  Insubstantial part test vs. 501(h) expenditure test. §  Under either test, lobbying includes attempts to influence legislation at any level of government. §  Track your local, state, and federal lobbying, and stay within your lobbying limits. o   State/local level lobbyist registration and reporting requirements may also apply when engaging in legislative and executive branch advocacy. o   Ballot measure advocacy (direct lobbying) could also implicate state / local campaign finance and election laws. o   Lobbying wins §  Hawaii just passed a first-of-its-kind climate tax on short-term accommodations to fund defenses against climate change fueled disasters. Sierra Club of Hawaii has been actively lobbying on climate change legislation for years. §  Ballot measure wins (h/t The Nature Conservancy) ·      California: $10 billion climate bond that funds climate resilience, protecting clean drinking water and preventing catastrophic wildfires.  ·      Washington: An effort to roll back the state's Climate Commitment Act was defeated. The CCA provides millions for conservation, climate and wildfire funding, including funding for Tribal nations and at-risk communities. ·      Minnesota: Renewal of the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund for another 25 years. The fund will provide $2 billion ($80 million per year from state lottery proceeds) to protect water, land and wildlife across the state. Resources – ·      Earth & Equity: The Advocacy Playbook for Environmental Justice ·      Public Charities Can Lobby (Factsheet) ·      Practical Guidance: what your nonprofit needs to know about lobbying in your state ·      Investing in Change: A Funder's Guide to Supporting Advocacy ·      What is Advocacy? 2.0  

On this episode of the Rules of the Game podcast (the third in an eight-part, issue-specific podcast series), we'll discuss recent headlines impacting criminal legal reform advocates and explain how nonprofits can take action with legislative, executive branch, and judicial branch advocacy. From responding to legislative proposals to initiating litigation, nonprofits nationwide are standing up to fight for our rights and critical reforms to our criminal legal system. This episode will highlight their work and provide information about the rules that apply when nonprofits engage in advocacy to ensure due process, protect the rights of the accused, and improve judicial systems. Attorneys for this episode Monika Graham Melissa Marichal Zayas Natalie Roetzel Ossenfort   Show notes ·      Recent Headlines: Legislation, Litigation, and More! o   Legislation: §  Family Notification of Death, Injury, or Illness in Custody Act: Bipartisan legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate. Would require the DOJ to issue guidance on how federal prisons should promptly notify families of incarcerated individuals who become seriously ill or pass away in prison. o   Litigation §  Criminal legal reform advocates scored a win in Michigan recently, when the MI Supreme Court ruled that mandatory / automatic life without parole sentences for 19-20 year olds convicted of murder are unconstitutional. o   Executive Branch Actions: §  Earlier this year, the DOJ froze work on police reform and other civil rights cases. Now, (in the absence of DOJ leadership on these issues), the burden has shifted to local governments to take action. o   Keep on Your Radar: Trump's “Opening Salvo” in His War Against Criminal Justice Reform Starts With This Nonprofit §  The Vera Institute of Justice, a major criminal justice reform nonprofit, had all five of its federal grants—worth about $5 million—abruptly terminated by the Department of Justice under Attorney General Pam Bondi, a key Trump ally. §  Evaluate your funding sources, and make sure you're not overly dependent on any one source.   ·      Non-Lobbying Advocacy o   Nonpartisan Advocacy 101: 501(c)(3)s cannot support or oppose candidates for public office, but they can… o   Educate the public about issues of importance to your organization. §  Equal Justice Initiative recently provided education related to the wrongful incarceration and conviction of black defendants in murder cases. Not only did they report on research from the National Registry of Exonerations that black Americans are nearly 8x more likely to be wrongfully convicted of murder, but they noted that they are also likely to spend more years in prison than wrongfully convicted white people. o   Hold a rally: §  Earlier this year, a coalition of criminal justice reform advocates and nonprofits in New Mexico held a rally to call attention to the reality of mass incarceration and to propose common-sense alternatives to harsh prison sentences. o   Initiate or participate in litigation: §  The Innocence Project (AFJ Member) and other members of the Innocence Network, engage in litigation on behalf of wrongfully convicted persons who can be proven innocent with DNA and other types of evidence. o   Fund Advocacy §  Private and public foundations can support organizations advancing their charitable missions through general operating grants and/or specific project grants, ensuring flexibility and sustainability in pursuit of shared goals.   ·      Lobbying o   501(c)(3) public charities are also allowed to use unrestricted funds to engage in some lobbying activities. o   Tax Code Lobbying 101: Public charities can lobby, but they are limited in how much lobbying they may engage in. §  Insubstantial part test vs. 501(h) expenditure test. §  Under either test, lobbying includes attempts to influence legislation at any level of government. §  Track your local, state, and federal lobbying, and stay within your lobbying limits. o   State/local level lobbyist registration and reporting requirements may also apply when engaging in legislative and executive branch advocacy. o   Ballot measure advocacy (direct lobbying) could also implicate state / local campaign finance and election laws. o   Lobbying win! §  In March, DC Justice Lab, an AFJ member, and several other nonprofits lobbied in support of Maryland's Second Look Act by submitting testimony to the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee. This legislation would permit individuals convicted of certain crimes between the ages of 18 and 25, and have served over 20 years of their sentence, to petition the court to modify or reduce their sentence based on demonstrated rehabilitation. Since the committee's hearing, the Maryland General Assembly has passedthe Second Look Act, which now awaits Governor Moore's signature.   Resources – ·      Justice & Equity: The Advocacy Playbook for Criminal Legal Reform ·      Public Charities Can Lobby (Factsheet) ·      Practical Guidance: what your nonprofit needs to know about lobbying in your state ·      Investing in Change: A Funder's Guide to Supporting Advocacy ·      What is Advocacy? 2.0

Every day we take a breathe to hang out and take break from the work day To hang out and talk about the world of sports and entertainment and specifically CrossFit. Today we talk about the trip so far the AFJ response and whatever cmes up in the Chat

Everyday we take a break from the stressful workday to hang out and talk about the world of Sports, entertainment and specifically podcast.  Today we talk about the weekend of the Masters, watched a few movies, taxes snuck up on me and whatever else we end up talking about.

Every Sunday  night Jamie, Carolyne, and Scott look at the week that has passes and the week that is about come in the CrossFit Space.  Tonight we are going to open the phone lines, we are going to talk about the mess that are the requirements of the semi-finals for age-groups but will also be in play for the elites.  We talk about what happened with the AFJ, we have out first conflict between the WFP and CrossFit Games Season, and some athletes are choosing WFP. Plus ash Carolyne and Jamie some questions.

  For regular listeners of the pod, you may recall that we've discussed fiscal sponsorship in past episodes. Fiscal sponsorship is a great way for a new charitable organization to work with an existing 501(c)(3) to get up and running (including engaging in important advocacy) whether waiting to receive its own IRS tax-exempt status or not. Today, we're going to look at this topic form a different point of view – that is, from the fiscal sponsor's perspective. On this episode, we'll chat about considerations fiscal sponsors should keep in mind when engaging in, and when supporting projects engaging in, advocacy. And we're very happy to be joined today by Josh Sattely from Social Impact Commons.    Attorneys for this episode  Sarah Efthymiou  Melissa Marichal Zayas  Victor Rivera  Josh Sattely, Social Impact Commons    Shownotes  Overview of fiscal sponsorship   Our focus today is on 501(c)(3)s, but fiscal sponsors come in different forms, including 501(c)(4)s  There are different types of fiscal sponsorship, but the two most common are:  Model A (Direct/Comprehensive): Project operates within sponsor's organization.   Model C (Grant Relationship): Sponsor collects donations and grants funds to the project.  Why Advocacy Matters for Fiscal Sponsors   Enhances impact, credibility, and systemic change.  What type of advocacy is allowed under fiscal sponsorship?   Lobbying: Direct vs. grassroots lobbying.  Non-Lobbying Advocacy: Educational activities, voter engagement, rulemaking, corporate influence, litigation.    What are some of the Key Concerns for Fiscal Sponsors Engaging in Advocacy?   Differentiating advocacy, lobbying, and political activity.  Compliance and reporting at state/federal levels.  Best practices for educating projects on compliance:  Use existing resources like AFJ.   Discuss advocacy/lobbying expectations early.    Case studies of advocacy in action:   Network to Abolish the Death Penalty  Lift Louisiana, a fiscally sponsored project of Tides Center    Common Misconceptions About Advocacy & Fiscal Sponsorship   Overly conservative approaches due to funder restrictions.  Misunderstanding grant/lobbying reporting obligations.    Options for Projects Wanting to Go Beyond 501(c)(3) Limits   Form a 501(c)(4) or partner with an existing one.  Consider PACs or for-profit structures.    Key Takeaways  Stay engaged in advocacy but ensure compliance.   Push back on unnecessary funder lobbying restrictions.   Don't overlook state/local advocacy.   Consider existing (c)(4) partnerships before starting a new one.    Resources Social Impact Commons  Fiscal Sponsorship: 6 Ways To Do It Right by Gregory Colvin  Rules of the Game Podcast: Fiscal Sponsorship 

Every day we answer questions from nonprofits about how they can be the most effective advocates they can be while staying legal. On this edition, we answer some of your questions as we get ready for a big year of advocacy!   Attorneys for this Episode Brittany Hacker Monika Graham Tim Mooney   How can a grantmaking organization effectively fund advocacy efforts while adhering to IRS regulations and maximizing impact?      •           Transformative Impact of Advocacy Funding:              •   Supports movements that change policies and empower communities.              •   Advances social justice, environmental protection, and human rights.      •           Key Grant Types for Advocacy Support:              •   General Support Grants:                     •              Not earmarked for specific purposes, providing grantees flexibility.                     •              Can indirectly support lobbying without triggering taxable expenditures, provided no explicit agreement ties the funds to lobbying activities.                     •              Past lobbying by a grantee does not disqualify funding unless explicitly linked to lobbying in the grant agreement.              •   Specific Project Grants:                     •              Designated for specific projects and can include lobbying within the project's scope.                     •              Total grants for the same project must not exceed the non-lobbying portion of the grantee's budget.      •           Legal Considerations for Grantmakers:              •   Private foundations must ensure grants avoid taxable expenditures by following IRS rules for general and specific project grants.              •   Public foundations and charities have more flexibility in funding lobbying but must adhere to lobbying limits under the “insubstantial part test” or “501(h) expenditure test.”              •   Earmarked lobbying funds count toward lobbying limits for both grantmaker and grantee, effectively “double-counting” expenses.      •           Maximizing Advocacy Support:              •   Utilize safe harbor rules like specific project grants to contribute meaningfully without violating IRS regulations.              •   Take a look at AFJ's Project Grant Rule Hub and more for additional resources.   Our organization (we're a (c)(3)) works to combat climate change and we have some deep concerns about the nominee for EPA. Our board isn't sure if we can oppose the nomination or not – is this like the election where we can't support or oppose the candidate? ·      Bad news… the EPA Admin nominee has super questionable takes on climate change. ·      Good news… you can oppose his nomination if you choose ·      This is different than elections where you can't, because the law views the vote on his nomination is a legislative act ·      Counts as lobbying depending on how you do it ·      Check out episode 45 where we talk about nomination advocacy from the perspective of SCOTUS, but the rules are the same   We've heard a lot about the new administration coming after non-profits that may oppose their policy plans. What can we do to prepare and should we be worried?   ·      This is a valid fear for activists in the progressive movement ·      HR 9495 and threats from legislation ·      Rep. Billy Long as nominee for Commissioner of the IRS ·      Lobby for or against pending legislation, confirmations of cabinet positions ·      Plan for personal attacks: train volunteers and staff, know the law, have a communications plan to respond, take care of your staff     Resources   Rules of the Game #45 – Supreme Court Nomination Advocacy Revisited Rules of the Game #109 – Politically Motivated Attacks  

Live from the Experience Stage at TYR Wodapalooza in Miami. Wex hosted a panel with Brent Fikowski of the PFAA (Professional Fitness Athletes Association), Ed Blanch from the AFJ (Association of Fitness Judges) and Joshua Hicks the Safety Advisor for the PFAA and Safety Director for TYR Wodapalooza.They talked about the governance and professionalism in the sport. We also discussed the roles of the PFAA and AFJ and how they work together with safety to insure fair play and safety. In this conversation we also talked Brent Fikowski into getting back onto the competition floor as a Judge.

Today we talk about Wodapalooza and how it ended.  Who made a name for themselves going forward and So much more.  Brooke Wells appears on a swimming podcast and does a pretty descent job explaining what CrossFit is and why it is easier because of the variety.  Plus whatever else comes up from you the audience or us in our Catch Up.

It's officially 2025, and nonprofits across the country are diligently preparing for upcoming legislative sessions, a presidential transition, and other critical advocacy initiatives. The Alliance for Justice Bolder Advocacy team is here to help when questions arise about nonprofits' ability to engage with government officials and pursue policy change. In the meantime, we've also compiled a list of our Top 10 nonprofit New Year's resolutions to help your organization ready itself for 2025 and beyond.    Attorneys for this Episode  Monika Graham  Victor Rivera Labiosa  Natalie Roetzel Ossenfort     Level-up Your Social Justice Advocacy  Check out our new Advocacy Playbook series for an overview of the laws and regulations that apply to 501(c)(3) public charities when they engage in lobbying and election season advocacy.   Resources designed specifically for advocates working in key issue areas:  Environmental Justice  Criminal Legal Reform  Gender and Reproductive Justice  Labor and Economic Justice  LGBTQ+ and HIV Communities  Health and Disability Rights  Racial Justice and Immigrant Rights  Democracy and Voting Rights    Conduct an Advocacy Check-up  Our new Advocacy Check-Up: Nonprofit Self-Assessment is designed to help your 501(c)(3) public charity assess its overall compliance with federal and state advocacy-related tracking and reporting requirements and to identify opportunities for you to build your organization's advocacy capacity.   The goal is to ensure that your nonprofit is aware of the opportunities for advocacy allowed by the tax and election laws that govern lobbying and election-related activity by tax-exempt organizations.    Brush-Up on State Law with Bolder Advocacy's Practical Guidance Series  Lobbying: Working to impact legislative or executive branch policy at the state-level? State lobbying disclosure rules may apply to your work.  Be aware of changes to the law that might have taken effect in the new calendar year.  Voter Assistance: Do you know what it means for your 501(c)(3) to remain nonpartisan, but also want to learn about state rules related to voter engagement activities?  Take the time to learn how to safely register voters, engage in line-warming activities, and more.    Take Stock of Your Nonprofit's Capacity to Evaluate Your Advocacy  Consider the data you already collect.  Track media and policy developments related to your work.  Make use of free tools and resources:   User's Guide to Advocacy Evaluation Planning  Data Playbook  When the Best Offense is a Good Defense: Understanding and Measuring Advocacy on the Defense    Amplify Your Impact with Text and Robocall Campaigns  Using text messaging or call campaigns to interact with your community and supporters? If so, it's time to brush up on the federal and state rules related to robocalling and robotexting campaigns.  Coming soon! Updated 2025 Robocalling guide containing details about consent requirements, mandatory disclaimers, and more!    Advocate for Key Appointments in New Executive Administrations  In the coming months, new administrations at the federal, state, and local level will appoint individuals to many positions that could impact your nonprofit's policy priorities. Your organization can help ensure the appointment of individuals whose values align with your mission and the needs of the communities you serve.  Keep in mind that advocating for or against nominees that require a legislative body to confirm the nomination is generally considered lobbying. On the other hand, making recommendations for positions that do not require legislative approval is not lobbying for tax code purposes.    Be Prepared to Defend Your Nonprofit and Its Work  Ensure that your legal house is in order by conducting an advocacy check-up (see Resolution #2).  Prepare and train your staff and volunteers in how to respond to potential threats that may arise in-person and through social media.  Assess your online systems for potential gaps in cyber security.  Check out our factsheet: Tips for Nonprofits: Preparing for the Possibility of a Politically Motivated Attack    Educate the Public about the Legislative Process. Introduce communities and  constituencies to the legislators who represent them. When community members  meet legislators face-to-face and discuss the issues that affect their everyday lives, not only do legislators receive the information they need to represent their communities, but those communities are empowered to invest more heavily in the outcomes of policy debates, giving them a stronger hand in their own future.  Conduct research and produce relevant resources that reflect the real story of your community and its needs.  Educate the community on the issues that matter most to your organization.  Host educational conference where people can gather, network, share information, and plan for the future.  Conduct leadership training to provide individuals with the skills needed to be spokespersons for potential policy reform.     Work Together. Join forces with other nonprofit organizations to maximize advocacy, share resources, and harness power in order to more effectively drive real and lasting policy change.  (Podcast) Working Together: Affiliation and Coalition Basics  (Guide) Coalition Checklist  (Guide) The Connection: Strategies for Creating 501(c)(3)s, 501(c)(4)s, and Political Organizations    Become an AFJ Member  The strength of Alliance for Justice is rooted in our membership of nearly 140 organizations that share a commitment to an equitable, just, and free society.   Throughout the 40+ years of AFJ's history, our members have been at the forefront of defending our communities' constitutional rights and building power across the progressive movement to fight for social justice.  Benefits include:  Priority access to Bolder Advocacy resources and special members-only training events  Free public webinar and on-demand webinar registration  Cutting edge research on judicial nominees  And more!  

As we've talked about on previous editions of the pod, advocacy includes a wide array of different options to help change things for the better in our communities. One of the more important, but less discussed methods, is litigation. On this episode, we dive into the role litigation plays in nonprofit advocacy, its treatment under the law, and things to think about if your nonprofit is looking to use this tool for good.   Lawyers for this episode Natalie Ossenfort Tim Mooney Quyen Tu   Litigation as an advocacy tool (citizen suits, appeals, amicus briefs etc.) Treatment under tax law Relation to charitable purpose Not lobbying under 501(h) or insubstantial part definitions Not limited by IRS / Tax Code Spectrum of engagement Example: Letter of Support signed by over 225 organizations in support of the Fearless Foundation (currently under legal attack for a program that supports the funding of black female entrepreneurs) Example: In 2018, Alliance for Justice and Council on Foundations filed a joint amicus brief in the case of Parks Foundation vs. Commissioner of Internal Revenue arguing for a narrow interpretation of what it means to “express a view on specific legislation” when determining whether a nonprofit's activities constitute lobbying. Example: Lambda Legal focuses on litigation in support of LGBTQ+ rights and individuals living with HIV/AIDS. They represent clients in cases involving discrimination, marriage equality, and transgender rights, participating in all stages of litigation. Currently representing AFJ member PFLAG in a Texas case. Example: Clean Water Act citizen suits suing polluters for discharges without a permit – we'll talk more about this specifically later Standing: must show harm to the organization or members of the organization Publicly supporting (or opposing) another organization's litigation Amicus briefs Representing clients Litigating as a plaintiff (citizen suits, standing) Things to think about The law (who are the experts in relevant area of law?) The courts (judges matter!) - For more check out AFJ's federal and state court resources on our website. Capacity (internal or external) Staff and resources (funding and time) Reputation with funders, members, public In-house or outside counsel Media impact and PR Insurance (not sure if this is too deep in the weeds?) Examples Lawsuits typically target government agencies, industrial polluters, and corporations to enforce existing environmental laws Clean Water, Clean Air Act, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Safe Drinking Water Act Litigates claims of actual innocence made by individuals convicted of serious crimes in Texas. Example: Former client, Johnny Pinchback, wrongfully convicted of sexual assault of two teenage girls in Dallas (proven innocent via DIA testing) and formally exonerated via post-conviction habeas corpus litigation Stories of clients like Johnny led to increased public awareness of wrongful convictions and even legislative reforms Earthjustice (AFJ member) + Waterkeeper Alliance Legal Services Corporation & regional public interest law; Legal Aid at Work, Legal Aid Association of CA, CA Women's Law Center, Tzedek Innocence Project of Texas (member of Innocence Network, which is also home to AFJ Member, Innocence Project) Resources Issue Advocacy: Why Courts Matter State Courts Hub AFJ Database of reports on federal judges and judicial nominees

Two weeks ago, the creation of the Association of Fitness Judges (AFJ) was announced. The non-profit organization's purpose is to legitimize and professionalize the judging in the sport of functional fitness, particularly in CrossFit competitions.Brian and PC are joined by AFJ President Edward Blanch and Vice President Jules Seroskie and go into further detail on how the AFJ plans to reach its goals, their association with the PFAA and how others can get involved.AFJ websiteAFJ InstagramVisit us on our website at bfriendlyfitness.comConnect with us on Instagram BFriendly on Instagram Brian on Instagram PC on Instagram Chad on Instagram Subscribe to the weekly B.Friendly Fitness DigestDelivered to your inbox every Friday Morning!https://bfriendlyfitness.ck.page/ Support us on PatreonSupport us on Patreon so we can continue to bring you amazing analysis and coverage unlike any other!https://patreon.com/user?u=92646813

On this episode, we're going to talk about funding… More specifically, how your nonprofit can raise dollars from private and public foundations to support your advocacy work. We're joined on this episode by Emily Harting, AFJ's Director of Foundation Relations.     AFJ Team Members on This Episode:    Emily Harting, Natalie Ossenfort, Victor Rivera         Introducing Emily Harting     Tips for Groups Working to Identify Potential Foundation Partners:  Start with path of least resistance – review foundation websites.  Find out who funds your organization's allies (groups whose work you admire).  Connect with board members to assess their networks and seek out their advice.  Review your organization's history of foundation funding and consider reapproaching former funders.    Other Avenues for Foundation Research:  ProPublica (free access)  Instrumentl  Candid    Foundation Outreach Recommendations:   Make the job of the foundation program officer as easy as possible. Show them clearly and succinctly the connection between the foundation's priorities and the work of your organization.   It's always best to use a connection if you have one (i.e. board member or ally).  Send an email introduction explaining your organization and how you think it aligns with the funder's priorities.  If your organization issued a report, is in the news, or is hosting an upcoming event, you can use that to prompt outreach to a potential funder.    Best Practices When Preparing for a Meeting with a Potential Foundation Partner:  Brief your staff, internal participants.  Create a “POP” Agenda.  Purpose (of meeting)   Outcome (desired results)  Process (rough outline of who speaks when and about what)  If it's an in-person meeting, plan to have some organizational materials ready.  If possible, also have resources ready to send following the meeting to continue to build communication/relationship.   Proposal Process:  Understand foundation proposal guidelines and preferred templates (if any).  If they don't have a template or provide guidelines, best to build a general template including:  Intro paragraph with funding request ($$ and purpose: program/GOS);   A brief overview of who your organization is and its history;   A description of your programs and recent work you've done;   Conclusion reinforcing your request.   Connect your work to the foundation's mission to demonstrate shared priorities.  Write clearly.  If the foundation has a proposal submission portal, submit your application early in technical issues arise.  Be prepared to provide a budget, proof of your 501(c)(3) status, recent audited financial statements or 990s, a board list with affiliation, a staff list, etc.    What About General Operating Support (GOS)?  Funders usually start with a project grant, but some will give GOS outright.  Remember to keep the funder up-to-date on progress throughout the grant period and share work products (resources or reports, videos, testimonials etc).   Report on the grant as requested, when requested, and with the materials requested.   Your nonprofit is more likely to receive GOS after you have built a trust-based relationship with your funder.    Other Practical Tips:  Remember that both you and the funder are hoping your organization is a match: they want their funds to support great work!   Program officers are people. You'll achieve the best results when you have a trusted relationship with each other.  Ask your program officers for advice and thoughts on your strategy and programs.  Don't be afraid of your funder. If you run into a challenge, tell them. They might able to assist you in overcoming it.   Keep your funder in the loop. Don't be afraid to toot your own horn!   Play nice in the sandbox.   Be real and be realistic.     Resources:  Bolder Advocacy Project Grant Rule Hub   Foundation Advocacy Grants: What Grantees Need to Know   Advocacy by Public Foundations – podcast episode  Advocacy by Private Foundations – podcast episode  Grants for Nonprofits | Instrumentl  Candid | Foundation Center and GuideStar are now Candid - Also check out their physical offices where you can get assistance and resources for FREE in New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; Cleveland, OH; or Williamsburg, VA.         

We are excited to be joined on this episode by a former colleague and guest from NGOsource, Shyaam Subramanian. NGOsource is helping to streamline the international grantmaking process and ease both restrictions and reporting requirements for international grant awards by making equivalency determinations. NGOs (or international nonprofits) that receive grants through this process are better able to build collective power and address issues faced in their communities.   Not only are we excited about this topic, but we're excited to have Shyaam back on this show. You all might remember him from earlier pod episodes... recorded back when Shayaam was Senior Counsel for AFJ's Bolder Advocacy program.  Shyaam and his colleagues work with US donors and NGOs to determine if an international nonprofit is organized and operated like a U.S. public charity. This process is called an equivalency determination or ED. NGOs that receive an ED can receive general support from U.S. private foundations and donor-advised funds, and potentially use the funds for more types of advocacy activities, including lobbying or legislative campaigns.    Attorneys for this episode Natalie Ossenfort Leslie Barnes    Guest Shyaam Subramanian, Legal Counsel at NGOsource     Shownotes Key concepts in Grantmaking  What is an Equivalency Determination (ED)?  What options does a funder have if an NGO does not receive an ED?  A brief overview of ED requirements  NGOsource's repository model and collaboration with Council on Foundations  Impact stories  Resources NGOsource – all about equivalency determinations, newsletters, and more  Can A Private Foundation Make a Grant to  Non-Public Charity  International Advocacy & Lobbying Podcast  Responding to the Ukraine Crisis: What Nonprofits and Foundations Need to Know   

On this episode, we present another edition of advocacy in action focusing on the work our colleagues at Alliance for Justice are tackling around Supreme Court ethics. This has been a topic we've championed for decades, but recent events have underscored how important a topic it continues to be. We're happy to have a special guest to guide us through the ins and outs of the topic, AFJ and AFJ Action President Rakim Brooks.    Lawyers for this Episode Leslie Barnes Rakim Brooks Tim Mooney   Shownotes A SCOTUS Code of Ethics ·      Why doesn't the Supreme Court have an ethical code like other entities? ·      How would an ethics code address recent troubling developments like Justice Alito leaking the Hobby Lobby opinion, or determining how Justice Thomas could sit for cases involving the insurrection given his wife's role in January 6th? ·      Is an externally enforce code better than the proposed internally enforced code the Court has considered? ·      What is AFJ's position?   Congressional Oversight ·      Legislative committees overseeing SCOTUS ·      Likelihood of legislation ·      How advocacy on this subject is impacted by the rules ·      Impeachment as an option in certain cases   Ethics and the Bigger Picture ·      Ethics and recent erosion of fundamental rights and politicization of SCOTUS ·      Progressive Constitutionalism   Resources Supreme Court justices discussed, but did not agree on, code of conduct, Washington Post (February 9, 2023).  Supreme Court Weighs Ethics Code as Critics Push for Change, New York Times (February 9, 2023).  AFJ Letter to House Judiciary Committee  

1 fille sur 5 subit des violences sexuelles avant l'âge de 18 ans. 40% des viols ou tentatives de viols concernent des mineures de moins de 15 ans. De ce constat très inquiétant, Dominique Sigaud a fait un état des lieux des fœticides, infanticides, atteintes sexuelles sur les enfants, mariages d'enfants ou encore meurtres d'honneurs dans le monde. Mais ne croyez pas que la journaliste et grand reporter soit partie dans des contrées très reculées pour témoigner de la condition d'être fille dans le monde d'aujourd'hui. Elle a choisi 4 pays : l'Inde, les États-Unis, l'Égypte et la France. C'est donc une soirée choc, informative, une réelle prise de conscience que nous vous proposons pour briser les silences et tabous qui nous entourent chaque jour. Dominique Sigaud a reçu le prix AFJ 1996 pour son travail sur le Rwanda et le grand prix de la Société des gens de lettres pour l'ensemble de son œuvre. « Les violences faites aux filles sont des désastres individuels et collectifs. Pour que nous y mettions fin, encore devons-nous les désigner. C'est à quoi humblement, je m'attelle, avec d'autres, pour qu'on ne puisse pas dire à leur sujet Je ne savais pas ».

We're happy to share Scott's interview with Rhiannon Firth about her recent book, Disaster Anarchy: Mutual Aid and Radical Action. You can get the book at a discount using the code “firth30”, on the Pluto Books website or you can get a digital read for free, linked in the shownotes. Rhiannon's: facebook; twitter; email. Transcript PDF (Unimposed) – pending Zine (Imposed PDF) – pending Next Week… Next week, we'll likely share our recent chat with Tom Wetzel on his anarcho-syndicalist / libertarian socialist tome Overcoming Capitailsm (AK Press, 2022). Patreon followers will get early access to this chat as they very occasionally do to author interviews, alongside other gifts and the satisfaction of supporting our transcription efforts. Want in but don't want to have a Patreon? Check out tfsr.wtf/Support for merch and other methods to donate and help keep our transcription and operating costs afloat. Thanks! Announcements Sanctuary Park Defendants Statement A Statement from the Aston Park Defendants in Response to APD's January 11th Press Release -January 14th, 2023: "On Wednesday, January 11th, 2023, Asheville Police Department (APD) issued a widely circulated press release stating that 120,000 lbs of “trash” were removed from two “vacant” homeless encampments in West Asheville. We believe that this press release is part of an ongoing misinformation campaign by the City of Asheville to justify evicting encampments, fracturing communities of care, and broadly criminalizing unsheltered homelessness without creating real solutions. APD claims that the two camps were vacant, but admits that over the course of two weeks, they forced the people living there to leave. “Services” were offered to the people displaced, but were limited to rides, sharing information about local shelters, and helping people register for a housing list with a months-to-years long wait for placement. We question the utility of these services to people who are chronically homeless and unsheltered. According to the city of Asheville's 2022 Point in Time count, 232 (36%) of people without housing were unsheltered, defined as “sleeping outside or in other locations not suitable for human habitation.” These people are criminalized with trespassing laws and ordinances restricting camping. Yet, limited capacity and other barriers to shelter access often leave people with no other choices. When people camp together in larger groups, they are able to share resources and build community. Providing these camps with basic waste disposal and sanitation services would eliminate the health risks used to justify their removal. Instead, people camping are blamed for these conditions, then forced to relocate with only what they can carry. Tents, shelters, and other necessities must be left behind, and are relabeled “trash.” APD, city government and anti–homeless businesses use this, coupled with overblown and misleading claims about violent crime in camps, as justification for displacing unsheltered people again and again. Since the 11th, APD evicted two more camps in East Asheville, just ahead of a cold front bringing ice and snow. Camp evictions in February and December of 2021 under similar conditions sparked widespread public outrage. Despite this, conditions for people living unsheltered have mostly remained unchanged. Misinformation about “litter” and crime, alongside unfulfilled promises of long-term solutions, have redirected public attention from ongoing violence. Not only are camp sweeps violent, they are an ineffective and expensive strategy for managing unsheltered homelessness. There are more humane, longer-term and lower-cost alternatives. More on this, along with other updates, coming soon. In the meantime, check out our website, avlsolidarity.noblogs.org, for more information including links to sources cited for this statement. Please share and spread the word! Solidarity & Love, The Aston Park Defendants" Asheville Mutual Aid Market If you're in the Asheville area, on Saturday, January 28th there'll be a Mutual Aid Market at the Odd bar on Haywood Ave in west Asheville from 12-4pm including free brake light clinic by the Asheville Socialist Rifle Association chapter. Bring gently used clothing, kitchenware, fitness gear, tools, books and other stuff to share and take what you'd like. Oye Collective is hosting BIPOC artists and musicians who'll have stuff on offer for donation, and donations will be collected for Asheville For Justice. Check the AFJ instagram for more info, the announcement in English and Spanish and info on accessibility. Phone Zap, Tuesday for SeaTac detainees There's going to be a prisoner organized phone zap around conditions at SeaTac federal detention center on Tuesday. Inmates at SeaTac Detention Center are facing cruel and illegal conditions, without adequate access to medical care, food, and communication. You're invited to join a phone zap on Tuesday Jan 17, from 8am-2pm, calling once or as many times as you can, asking that the Associate Warden's Office take immediate steps to correct the situation. Script and details in our show notes Here is a script you can use: "I'm calling on behalf of inmates at SeaTac Federal Detention Center, asking for the leadership to address the cruel and *illegal* conditions at the facility. Without a long-term warden and the presence of leadership at the lunch line, it's been difficult for inmates to directly address concerns themselves. Because you've silenced them, I'm calling on their behalf to let you know that many people across the nation are watching SeaTac right now. Please take immediate steps to improve conditions for every inmate at SeaTec by providing: A minimum of 2,000 calories/day A doctor on-site at the facility Immediate access to prescription medications Immediate access to dental care Increased email access A warden assigned to the facility" . ... . .. Featured Tracks: Cavern by Liquid Liquid from Liquid Liquid Discography (1981-1984)

Devin: What do you see as your superpower?Angel: My power is to be in the midst of [crises] and to create a team that has the power to communicate with the community, with the police department, with the DA's office, with judges and anybody in between.Over the past four-plus decades, Angel Rodriguez's Avenues for Justice (AFJ) has helped thousands of young people caught up in the justice system avoid, by my estimate, 10,000 years of incarceration. Instead, the vast majority of people who participated in the program went on to lead productive, law-abiding lives.Those avoided years may have saved the government as much as $5 billion, based on my math.Organized in the 1970s, after Angel began informally helping young, personal friends and acquaintances find ways to escape the gravitational pull of the criminal justice system, AFJ was among the first second-chance programs providing alternatives to incarceration. Typically, successful participants can avoid a criminal record.Today, AFJ serves about 400 BIPOC people ranging from 13 to 24 in New York City's Lower East Side and Harlem. The program provides a range of services that, for some, includes housing, job training, help finding employment, education and mental health wellness. Support includes staff joining the youth as they appear before the judge to advocate for a second chance. Only 6 percent are reconvicted of a new crime within three years.The program is shockingly affordable when compared with incarceration. A year at Rikers Island costs the City about $500,000 per inmate. AFJ's program costs a bit over 1 percent of that mark at $5,750.Now 75 years old, Angel remains actively engaged in leading AFJ. He points out that the program began in the 70s, helping kids who were arrested with friends who were the protagonists in a crime. A teenager could be accused of “acting in concert” and tried for the same offense as a friend or acquaintance, including crimes like gun possession.By helping the courts see a responsible adult intervening in a child's life to support them and help them stay out of trouble, courts began giving kids an alternative to incarceration.In New York and many other jurisdictions, children as young as 14 can be tried as adults for serious crimes. One of AFJ's strategies is to have these kids adjudicated as “youthful offenders,” allowing them to be tried in family court where there is greater flexibility.Over the decades, Angel has developed a superpower he describes as creating a “team that has the power to communicate with the community, with the police department, with the DA's office, with judges and anybody in between.”How to Develop Powerful Team Building As a SuperpowerImagine the difficulty of building a team that can effectively communicate with an at-risk teenager caught up in the criminal justice system, their parents, the police, the prosecutors and the judge involved in the case. Each has a jargon, an objective and a perspective different from all the others. It is quite an accomplishment to build that kind of team.The impacts are extraordinary.Angel shared the story of Luis Concepcion, who was charged with mugging at age 16. He—and his parents—were involved with dealing drugs. Angel got the call and got involved, convincing the court to give the kid, who faced seven years in prison, a second chance under Angel's supervision.Luis went to live at the AFJ center and turned his life around, earning a high school diploma. With a tough judge involved, Angel had to appear in court with Luis every 20 to 30 days until the judge agreed to accept a plea that would keep him out of prison.So, Luis decided he wanted to go into the Marine Corps but was ineligible because he was on probation. Angel went back to court with Luis to convince the judge to terminate the probation so he would be eligible to join the Marines. It worked!Luis signed up for four years, ultimately staying in the service for 20. He became an officer. Angel describes attending his retirement ceremony as “one of my proudest moments.” Luis, now 42, remains close to Angel and AFJ.You can see from this story the power of team building across and among groups and individuals who often see others as opponents. By following Angel's example, you can make team building a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at devinthorpe.substack.com/subscribe

Internet Entrepreneurs, Jeff and Clarke McKinnon bought The.com the world's first site builder where creators build, collaborate, and remix their work. The brothers pioneered their entrepreneurial careers at age 15, and have since worked across multiple startups in roles from operations to leadership, including co-founding the web design agency AFJ. They have built the first “low-code, website building platform” that aims to ditch the template-based approach that's become an industry standard. Instead, The.com's site builder uses community-created components you can drop into your site and share with others. Leave Some Feedback: Who should we have on the show next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy the episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: TheHowtoEntrepreneur.com Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Today's Sponsors: JavaPresse Coffee Company - #1 Rated Coffee Grinder on Amazon (Free Grinder in Link) SANESolution - Harvard Medical endorsed body & mind health framework American Dream U -  Transitioning veteran professionals

On this edition, we turn the mics on ourselves and feature two of our summer interns... what is it like to intern at an advocacy nonprofit and how do they contribute to the work we do at Alliance for Justice?    Featured on this episode  Jasmin Azizi  Dylan Abrokwa-Jassor  Host – Tim Mooney  Executive Producer – Jairo Gomez    Questions asked  Tell us briefly about yourself. What are you currently studying? What are your career goals and why are you interested in that kind of work?  Why did you decide to intern with AFJ? Why do you think this work is important?  What was your understanding (or did you have any experience with this kind of work before) of this kind of work before interning with us?  How would you explain your team within AFJ does?  You do a lot of research in your role. Do you have any tips on being an efficient researcher? Have you noticed any improvement in that regard due to your time interning here?  Was there anything that surprised you or that you didn't expect about interning for an advocacy nonprofit / AFJ?  What has been your proudest moment(s) interning with us?  How do you think your experiences in this internship will benefit you long term in terms of your career or even in your personal life?  Anything you would like our listeners or prospective interns at a nonprofit know about after your experience this summer? 

Our team at AFJ is devastated but determined following the Supreme Court's ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade. The decision permits states to regulate our bodies and the most intimate of health care decisions – when to have a child, when to start a family. This horrific decision made possible by a rigging of rules & troubling power plays will irreparably harm our communities and our families. Make no mistake, this decision contains deeply flawed legal reasoning, designed to return and roll back rights for women, Black and Brown residents, and LGBTQ individuals. But since this isn't a legal analysis show, we wanted to focus on what comes next? What can nonprofits and the communities they serve do following the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision? And most importantly... How can we fight back?    Attorneys for this episode Natalie Ossenfort Leslie Barnes Tim Mooney    Shownotes Very little changed from the draft - for a great deep dive on the draft and opinion, be sure to listen to the excellent analysis at the Strict Scrutiny podcast State laws vary widely For nonprofits, nonprofits can and should engage in lobbying Ballot Measure Advocacy Add/defend state constitutional privacy protections (MT, KS) in states where there is public support for access to abortions, but the legislature may oppose abortions. (AZ, GA, MI, NC, NH, PA, WI) Abortion Battlefields in a Potentially Post-Roe Political World – Sabato's Crystal Ball (centerforpolitics.org) AFJ State Court resources Corporate advocacy 501(c)(4)s can target advocacy based on electoral outcomes. Justice Thomas' dissent highlights the issues to come   Resources  Strict Scrutiny podcast – deep dive into the draft and final opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization Roe is dead. Now what? | Strict Scrutiny (simplecast.com) 5 Ways Nonprofits Can Respond to Dobbs v JWHO AFJ's Social Media Toolkit to respond to Dobbs v JWHO  AFJ's State Court Justice Project – to research and tap into action on state Supreme Court races AFJ's Bolder Advocacy Podcast on Reproductive Rights Advocacy, recorded pre-Dobbs decision AFJ's Reproductive Rights Advocacy Toolkit for Nonprofits

On this episode, we continue our ongoing series on advocacy in action turning to efforts to increase diversity in the federal courts and beyond. With the Senate Judiciary Committee hearings beginning this week on the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to become the next Justice of the Supreme Court, we spoke with two experienced and accomplished attorneys who speak to the importance of the nomination and what that means for Black women, the judiciary, and efforts like Alliance for Justice's Building the Bench program.  Attorneys for this episode  Kimberly Humphrey  Natalie Ossenfort  Tim Mooney  Shownotes  Introducing Kimberly Humphrey  Why this topic is important and timely and a brief intro to our Building the bench efforts  Introducing our guests  Thoughts on lack of representation in the legal profession  The landscape  The courts specifically  Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination  AFJ/Building the Bench  Other efforts  Concluding thoughts  Links to full interviews  Kisha Brown  Jocelyn Cuttino   Resources  Jocelyn Cuttino on LinkedIn  Kisha Brown on Justis Connection  AFJ's Building the Bench  Ketanji Brown Jackson nomination resources 

This week the guys pay tribute to local Tacoma writer Sue Kidd that recently passed away. Sue was a career food journalist and former editor for The News Tribune. She was known in the South Sound as a fearless advocate for readers as well as for her dogged pursuit of all things related to food. She managed the Dine Pierce County website and the Dine Pierce County Facebook group. She was also an alumnus member of the Association of Food Journalists and adhered to the AFJ's ethical standards for food and restaurant writers. She made a significant impact on the community and will be greatly missed. 00:51 – Justin kicks off the show talking about their last sad cast when a friend of the podcast Andrew with Tacoma Ghost Tours, passed, the impact Sue had on the community, and her managing if the site Dining Pierce County. They talk about what she's done for the area, how ethical she was in her writing, and Justin talks about learning about her when he first moved to Tacoma. 6:05 – Justin talks about finding great places to eat using Dine Pierce County, her writing style, and how she would visit a restaurant three times before reviewing it. He shares why it was important to her to visit three times, and they talk about why she left The News Tribune. Justin talks about her passing and the tribute to her on the Dine Pierce County Facebook Group. 11:41 – Justin talks about the restaurants in the area that gave tribute to her by reserving tables and how that reflected how much of an impact she had on the area. They talk about how short life is, Justin shares that the Tacoma city mayor and the council are dedicating a moment of silence to her life at the Tuesday, March 8th meeting and the other ways the community is honoring the fantastic work she did. Justin closes out reflecting on other examples that showed how much of a champion she was for small businesses.

On this special episode... we revisit how nonprofits can make their voice heard when there is a vacancy on the Supreme Court or any appointed judicial seat.     Our attorneys for this episode    Tim Mooney  Natalie Ossenfort  Quyen Tu    Opening Thoughts    After the announcement that U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer will retire pending confirmation of his successor, groups are gearing up to influence President Biden's nomination and the Senate confirmation vote. But before we talk about our advocacy and the rules of the game for advocacy in this area, we wanted to share the statement of AFJ President Rakim Brooks on Justice Breyer:    Justice Breyer has always been one of the most active members of the bench — drawing as many laughs as any justice in recent history. His jurisprudence, however, has had the quiet dignity of a justice who understood that the proper role of the Court is to defer to the people and their elected representatives to decide our democracy's most important questions. Time and time again, he has stood up against the wealthy and powerful to protect the fundamental rights and legal protections of millions of Americans.      Read more from the AFJ statement    Shownotes   Work supporting or opposing a judicial nomination like SCOTUS counts as lobbying.   When does the meter start running for 501(c)(3) public charities?   Types of lobbying  Do nonprofits have to worry about the rules around elections?  AFJ and AFJ Action's advocacy    Resources  Our new home for all of our resources on advocacy for judicial nominations   President Biden's Potential Supreme Court Shortlist (AFJ)  Election Checklist for 501(c)(3) Public Charities: Ensuring Election Year Advocacy Efforts Remain Nonpartisan   Accountability Advocacy for 501(c)(3)s   Bolder Advocacy's TA hotline: 866-NP-LOBBY  Email us at advocacy@afj.org   Our website is bolderadvocacy.org     

In the world's most carceral state (the US), what is often overlooked is the human cost of locking away people for their crimes, big and small. The most failed group behind bars is our country's youth. At Avenues for Justice, we expose the injustice of locking up youth and highlight the human potential that can be captured by providing a second chance to a young person that is caught up in the justice system. Angel has been doing this work for over 40 years and was one of the first to actively try to solve the problem with Avenues for Justice.Launched in 1979, Avenues for Justice (then known as the Andrew Glover Youth Program) was one of the first alternatives to incarceration (ATI) programs for youth in the US and remains one of the few to have continuous Latinx leadership. Avenues for Justice was instrumental in fighting for youth to be separated from adults in the justice system. Through our 40+years, we have maintained among the highest success rates in the country - 95% of our participants do not commit a crime during a post-graduation three-year tracking period.Avenues for Justice currently serves 300+ ATI court-involved, at-risk, and re-entry youth and young adults per year at our centers in Harlem and the Lower East Side, and at our Manhattan Criminal Courthouse offices.For over four decades, Angel Rodriguez has served as AFJ's Executive Director, working with youth in the community in which he grew up, went to school, and still lives today. Part youth worker, part organizational leader, Angel has direct and daily involvement with clients, supervising the most sensitive advocacy procedures and carrying a heavy caseload. A known and respected figure both in the courtroom and on the streets of the Lower East Side, Angel's work continues around the clock as he moves through the neighborhood. Under Angel's leadership, AFJ has been the recipient of many awards including the New York State Bar Association's Public Service Award, Manufacturers Hanover'sCommunity Development Award, and the Exxon Corporation Community Service Award. For his personal dedication to AFJ, Angel received an honorary law degree from the CUNY Law School atQueens College and in 1994, Angel was selected as one of three outstanding community activists inNew York City to receive the Robin Hood Foundation's Hero Award in 1996.Organization: Avenues for JusticeWebsite: avenuesforjustice.orgFacebook: facebook.com/avenuesforjusticeInstagram: instagram.com/avenuesforjusticeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avenuesforjustice/ Organization: Avenues for JusticeWebsite: avenuesforjustice.orgFacebook: facebook.com/avenuesforjusticeInstagram: instagram.com/avenuesforjusticeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avenuesforjustice/Tune in for this sensible conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.

The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) has been supporting charities in Jamaica for close to 40 years. Its areas of focus are education, healthcare and economic development.AFJ Executive Director Caron Chung says it is now time again for entities in Jamaica to apply for support through the organization that has issued grants in the region of US$16 million over the last 39 years.The deadline for applications is February 4, 2022 and charitable organizations in Jamaica must apply online at https://theafj.org/grants/ before the deadline. She notes that all the requirements are available on the website but they include registration with the Charities Act, updated financial accounts and an active board of directors. In this episode of Impacting Jamaica, Ms. Chung talks with host Keisha Hill about the work of the AFJ, its supporters and how the foundation is impacting lives across Jamaica. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this edition, our first interview. These will be chats with nonprofit leaders, discussing the ins and outs of advocating on the issues of the day. We'll mix these in with our episodes on rules and advocacy in action as a way to bring insight to the rules we cover, and elevate the voices of the groups we work with and the folks making substantive policy change through their advocacy. For our first interview, Alliance for Justice president Nan Aron. As loyal listeners to this show know, we're attorneys with AFJ's Bolder Advocacy Program. So we brought Nan on to talk about Bolder Advocacy's fascinating 80s era origin story, its early successes and challenges, how we've evolved through the years, and what Nan's optimistic about as she prepares to move on to her next adventure. Learn more about Nan.    

80. Katherine Spiers is a passionate LA foodie but for her its not just a hobby, she does it for a living! As the former food editor at LA Weekly, Katherine has a long term relationship with the Los Angeles food scene. She also co created the famous Rogue99 list which lays out LAs most essential eateries and won an award in AFJ's food writing contest.  Now Katherine is the host of the awesome Smart Mouth Podcast which covers.. you guessed it LA food topics! She recently joined me on an Instagram Live to share some fascinating LA food history including dishes that were created right here in the City of Angels! Listen to this episode if you want to have some laughs and learn some things you probably didn't know about food in LA.  You can find out more about the Katherine Spiers and the Smart Mouth Podcast on the website at: http://www.smartmouthpodcast.com/ or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smartmouthpodcast/ and https://www.instagram.com/katherine_spiers/ You can find more LifeHacksLA at:  www.lifehacksla.com  www.instagram.com/lifehacksla www.lifehacksla.com/lahackersclub --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lifehacksla/message

Kelly chats with Nan Aron, founder and president of the Alliance for Justice, about the federal judiciary.

Oma Episode Part II includes an interview with Art for the Journey's (AFJ) Executive Director, Cindy Paullin, and VCU's OT graduate student, Hannah Johnson. This episode complements the first part of the OMA episode series by exploring the evolution of Art for the Journey through its inception, which began as a non-profit, volunteer organization, until today, as it perseveres through the obstacles the pandemic has presented. It explains how Opening Minds through Art (OMA) was added to AFJ's programs and the impact that it has had on their development and subsequent programs. Art for the Journey overcomes barriers and transforms lives through creative expression, with a special focus on people who do not normally have access to such experiences.  They provide a range of art programs aimed at bringing a sense of wellbeing and even healing within an environment of personal engagement, support, and celebration.  AFJ provides instruction and art-making experiences to women in prison, low income elderly, at-risk children, children with Juvenile Diabetes, older adults with dementia and Alzheimer's, and veterans suffering PTSD and combat-related disabilities. While AFJ was not created by OT's, much of what they do in their work is very relatable to the field of OT and it's practiced. In this episode, we compare and contrast some of these similarities and bring light to the many ways in which this program is helping numerous populations of the community. Hannah Johnson discusses her experience completing her doctoral capstone project in response to the pandemic and a changing schedule to the curriculum and how she incorporated her OT knowledge into program development with AFJ. If you have any questions about this episode, AFJ, or would just like to connect, feel free to reach out to the student influencers by email or text!" Alex Connolly's contact information: connollyal@mymail.vcu.edu cell: 804-370-8662

The Non Prophets Podcast with Franqi French and Stephen Campbell is a podcast with jokes for charity folks. Franqi and Stephen work out new material on recidivism and then sit down with Wes Muench from Avenues for Justice to talk about the work they are doing.  Avenues for Justice works with promising teens and young adults who have been incarcerated to give them a second opportunity. The average rate of recidivism for people who have been incarcerated is 60%. People who go through the AFJ program see a 5% return rate. Give the episode a listen and learn how!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What you’ll learn in this episode: What that Susan Beech Mid-Career Artist Grant is and the criteria for applying What the application includes, and Bonnie’s tips for ensuring it is submitted properly What types of proposals catch the judges’ eye Why past winners’ applications were successful, and what they have done with the funds This year’s judges and deadlines Now entering its third round, Art Jewelry Forum’s Susan Beech Mid-Career Artist Grant is an incredible opportunity for mid-career makers, authors, educators, historians, and other art jewelry experts and aficionados. AFJ board member Bonnie Levine has seen every application that has been submitted since 2016, and she’s learned exactly what makes a winning application. She joined the Jewelry Journey Podcast to explain how to apply for the grant, who the award is open to, and her tips for creating a compelling proposal. Transcript About Bonnie Levine: Bonnie Levine is the former co-owner of Hedone Gallery, an online gallery focusing on contemporary art jewelry that is one-of-a-kind or of limited production. She loved and bought contemporary studio jewelry for many years, determined to become a gallerist when she left the corporate world. She is also on the board of Art Jewelry Forum, where she is responsible for administering the organization’s grants for artists.

They discuss the Starlink project and Elon Musk. Darrell has issues with the kids and their abuse of the internet. They like this pairing think both make the other better. They discuss Texas housing. Spoiler, it's hot. There's still a little election talk because it's a big thing. They're smoking an AJ Fernandez Man O War Ruination and drink Old New Orleans Cajun Spiced Rum. Darrel begins wondering if the singularity will be lead by a chat bot of your loved ones without uploading a whole brain.

Brian Stanley is a Court Advocate for the East Harlem, New York City, for Avenues for Justice. Which means, he helps save young lives by giving youth who have been caught up in crime a second chance to straighten out their lives for the good. And the results are impressive. Through "AFJ" as they call it, young adults receive drug rehabilitation, education, counseling and job training to create a path to a successful life on the outside. And their results are impressive. AFJ has been at it for 40 years, and at a fraction of the cost of incarceration per youth, their website boasts that 90% of their graduates stay out of prison, versus the incredible high recidivism rate of the current prison system. Brian himself was arrested at 18 facing felony charges that gave him a chance to keep his records sealed if he got his life straightened out. He did, and went on to Howard University successfully and inspired him to want to show other troubled youth that there could be a second chance to a better life and was obviously drawn to AFJ and its mission. Perhaps the largest accomplishment of AFJ is its "partnership" with the court system. They intervene when they feel there is a youth who could successfully navigate their program and give the courts an alternative to incarceration. This model is one that definitely should be copied and recreated throughout the country. Felony Inc Podcast with your hosts Dick Hennessy and Meg Thibodeaux We record the Felony Inc Podcast inside NedSpace in the Bigfoot Podcast Studio in beautiful downtown Portland. Audio engineer, mixer and podcast editor is Allon Beausoleil Show logo was designed by Carolyn Main Website was designed by Cameron Grimes Production assistant is Chelsea Lancaster Felony Inc Podcast supports City Central Concern at centralcityconcern.org 10% of gross revenue at Startup Radio Network goes to support women entrepreneurs in developing countries thru kiva.org/lender/markgrimes Listen to the Felony Inc Podcast every Friday at 10:00am pacific time on Startup Radio Network at startupradionetwork.com

What translation is best? Is there a method I should use to study the Bible? How do I even know where to start? All of these questions and more are answered in the episode of AFJ! Dive deeper into the tips and tricks Belle has learned as a Biblical Studies major... it is full of helpful and practical ideas!

Do you have a question bag? How do you even know what God thinks about you? What do you do when doubt takes over? Well, Preston and Belle tackle these hard questions in this episode of AFJ. Not believing what God tells us about who we are can lead to some BIG issues in our faith, including doubt... So what exactly does God say about us and how can we battle the doubt that creeps into our mind?? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Second Sunday: Social Justice - Families and Prison: Why Everyone Should Care with King Downing Join us as we consider the impact of incarceration on families and communities and the AFJ model of engaging family members and formerly incarcerated people in bringing about change. King Downing is outreach director at the Alliance of Families for Justice. He is also a lawyer and founder of the Human Rights-Racial Justice Center. H2RJ advocates and organizes for criminal and economic justice. Through H2RJ he was part of such projects as the Ferguson Legal Defense Committee, Standing Rock legal support, Nicole Bell’s Sean Bell Justice Project, and Mothers Against Police Brutality. King is also co-host of Waking Up, the WBAI’s morning drive radio show, and an independent news and film producer. King is also a musician, and tries his hand at “sit down” comedy.

Aaron Freiwald, Managing Partner of Freiwald Law and host of the weekly podcast series Good Law | Bad Law, is joined by Nan Aron, President of the Alliance for Justice and a leading progressive voice on matters related to the federal judiciary to discuss judicial selection. We wanted to continue talking about this incredibly important topic and present a different perspective having already talked with Grover Joseph Rees about Judicial Selection in episode 76.   The Alliance for Justice believes that all Americans have the right to secure justice in the courts and to have their voices heard when government makes decisions that affect their lives. The AFJ is a national association of 130 organizations, representing a broad array of groups committed to progressive values and the creation of an equitable, just, and free society.   Nan is an unrivaled expert on the legal framework, importance, and assessment of nonprofit advocacy activities. She started the AFJ in 1979 after working as a staff attorney for the ACLU’s National Prison Project, where she challenged conditions in state prison systems through lawsuits in federal and state courts, and later as a trial attorney for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission where she litigated race and sex discrimination cases against companies and unions in federal and district courts.   On today’s episode, Aaron and Nan talk about a recent review by the Senate Judiciary Committee Minority Members which you can find here. The committee looked at the Republican efforts to stack federal courts.   For a conservative take on Trump’s judicial appointments, see episode #76 with Grover Joseph Rees. To learn more about the Alliance for Justice visit their website https://www.afj.org/.   Host: Aaron Freiwald Guest: Nan Aron     Follow Good Law | Bad Law: YouTube: Good Law | Bad Law Instagram: @GoodLawBadLaw Website: https://www.GoodLawBadLawPodcast.com

It's a double episode! We're covering S04E06 ("When Life Gives You Lemons") and S04E07 ("Blind Ambition") of MasterChef Junior in this jam-packed edition of AFJ. Our dedicated hosts are dreaming big this week, discussing MasterChef Junior-inspired tattoos, casting a fantasy talk show and designing license plates for the great state of Pennsylvania. PLUS, we pour one out for our beloved Chef Ian (emotionally).

Alliance for Justice President Nan Aron joins us to discuss AFJ's work building opposition to provisions in the Trans-Pacific Partnership that circumvent U.S. courts. We also hear from CWA activists who are building local coalitions against the TPP in Arizona and North Carolina, and CWA Local 1400 President Don Trementozzi discusses the 131 day strike against Fairpoint Communications in New England.

If you have only started to think about the budget problems this year, you are late to the game Shipmate. We are years in to it, and almost 2-yrs ago, as many were sobering up to the fact that the military was about to face a budget challenge not seen in a generation. Especially those who have seen this movie before, they knew that this one has the potential to be the most challenging seen in over half a century. For the full hour, our guest will be Col. Robert Killebrew, USA (Ret.)., using his article in the DEC 2011 Armed Forces Journal, Cutbacks & Crisis, as a starting point.In addition to being a contributing editor at AFJ, among the many other things he had done at the time of the interview and since retirement, was writing and consulting on national defense issues as a Senior Fellow at the Center for a New American Security. Prior to his retirement from active duty he served for thirty years in a variety of Special Forces, infantry and staff duties.  His assignments ranged included duty in Vietnam with MACVSOG, the Vietnamese Airborne Division, command in mechanized, air assault and airborne units, and staff positions in the Rapid Deployment Joint Task Force, as director of plans, XVIII Airborne Corps, special assistant to the Chief of Staff of the Army, command of a deployed joint task force and as an instructor in strategy and policy at the Army War College.

In Episode 5, editors of the David Woods and Frank O'Brien are my guests to talk about the Apollo Flight Journal.