Gubernatorial Candidates Speak Out on Nonprofit Issues
In their own words: What candidates for governor say they will do to aid nonprofit groups if they win election.
Advocacy Group Will Seek Nonprofit-Friendly Candidates
A new advocacy group seeks to endorse candidates that advance policies to benefit all types of nonprofit groups.
By SUZANNE PERRY
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Campaign 2010: Elizabeth (Libby) Mitchell, Democrat, Maine
Elizabeth (Libby) Mitchell, a candidate for governor of Maine, explains how her agenda would affect nonprofit groups in his state.
Small Charities Face Friday Deadline to Keep Tax Status
Tens of thousands of small charities will automatically lose their tax-exempt status if they fail to submit required forms to the Internal Revenue Service.
By GRANT WILLIAMS
Contributor
Social Services Hit Hard by Government Cuts
More than half of social-service groups say they received less state money last year than they did in the past, and nearly one-third faced a decline in federal aid, according to a new study.
By GRANT WILLIAMS
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Connecticut Gubernatorial Candidate Discusses His Nonprofit Agenda
Tom Foley, a Republican businessman who is running for governor of Connecticut, offers his views on nonprofit issues.
By SUZANNE PERRY
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Campaign 2010: Tom Foley, Republican, Connecticut
Tom Foley, a candidate for governor of Connecticut, explains how his agenda would affect nonprofit groups in his state.
IRS Releases Draft Version of the Form 990 for 2010
A draft version of the 2010 Form 990 informational tax return filed by charities has been released by the Internal Revenue Service.
By GRANT WILLIAMS
Contributor
Data Privacy of AmeriCorps Participants May Have Been Violated
The Corporation for National and Community Service on Friday warned AmeriCorps applicants and participants that a computer glitch may have allowed others to see some of their personal information.
By SUZANNE PERRY
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Report Outlines Problems With Government Contracts for Nonprofits
Red tape and inefficiency plague nonprofit groups that rely on government grants, according to a new report.
By GRANT WILLIAMS
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Hawaii Gubernatorial Candidate Discusses His Nonprofit Agenda
Neil Abercrombie, the Democrat who is running for governor in Hawaii, wants to create a new state office aimed at helping government connect with nonprofits.
By SUZANNE PERRY
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Campaign 2010: Paul LePage, Republican, Maine
Paul LePage, a candidate for governor of Maine, explains how his agenda would affect nonprofit groups in his state.
As Government Money Dwindles, Many Human-Service Groups Cut Back Assistance to the Needy
Eighty-two percent of human-service groups nationwide have scaled back their operations, according to a new study, which predicts that it will take years for them to rebuild their capacity.
By GRANT WILLIAMS
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Charity Regulators Focus on Governance
Charity regulators say getting small and midsize groups to strengthen their board is a key priority.
By GRANT WILLIAMS
Contributor
Campaign 2010: Neil Abercrombie, Democrat, Hawaii
Neil Abercrombie, a candidate for governor of Hawaii, explains how his agenda would affect nonprofit groups in his state.
Colorado Gubernatorial Candidate Discusses His Nonprofit Agenda
John W. Hickenlooper, the Democratic mayor of Denver who is running for governor of Colorado, has spelled out how he would help nonprofits as part of a Chronicle series on the 2010 elections.
By SUZANNE PERRY
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