Written by nationally-recognized leaders in the legislative and nonprofit arenas, this book provides a much-needed roadmap for not-for-profits through the complexities of the legislative and lobbying process.
Contents:
Preface. Foreword. THE LEGISLATIVE/GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS PROCESS AND THE NOT-FOR-PROFIT (W. Pidgeon). The Significant Role That the Legislative Process Can Play in Fulfilling the Mission of a Not-for-Profit (D. Kushner). Introduction to the Legislative Process (W. Horn). SUCCESSFUL METHODS USED BY NOT-FOR-PROFITS (W. Pidgeon). Achieving Impact through Political Involvement (J. Kalavitinos). Adding Light to the Heat: Using the Mass Media to Support Your Issues (R. Story). Developing Partnerships for Greater Success (R. Goodwin). The Use of Outside Legislative Consultants: When and How to Hire a Lobbyist. (J. Chwat). THE LEGAL ASPECTS OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND LOBBYING (W. Pidgeon). The Legal Aspects of Government Affairs and Lobbying. (B. Hopkins). DEVELOPING A STRATEGIC PLAN FOR A NOT-FOR-PROFIT (W. Pidgeon). A Strategic Plan for Success (W. Pidgeon). Ten Fundamental Keys to a Successful Government Affairs Program. Reference Guide to Organizational Support. The Accompanying CD-ROM and How to Use It. End Notes. Index.
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