Nonprofits are uniquely positioned to advocate for public policies that help our community to support a high quality of life in Colorado.
There are a variety of resources available to support nonprofit participation and engagement in state and national public policy efforts.
Colorado’s current law says that any nonprofit leader or staff member who engages in a single written,
verbal, or digital communication with a state elected official on a specific bill is required to register as a
lobbyist with the Secretary of State. This includes paying a registration fee, filing a disclosure statement,
and monthly reporting for a minimum of one year.
These requirements are not only cumbersome and costly, but they also have a chilling effect on the
ability of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in our state to advocate on behalf of their missions and the
communities they serve across Colorado.
That’s why the Colorado Nonprofit Association is leading a legislative effort in 2025 to permit leaders
and staff members of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to have limited contact with state elected and
covered officials regarding legislation without having to first register as a lobbyist.
Our advocacy team leads the adoption and implementation of public policies that strengthen nonprofits and communities throughout Colorado. To follow our efforts and become more informed about the public policies and legislation that affects our industry, click the button below to sign up for our advocacy and policy email updates.
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