The new year has signaled a profound shift in tone around how government, philanthropy, and the nonprofit sector intersect and interrelate. In just his first few days in office, President Trump signed a number of executive orders that if enacted would serverly hamper the ability of nonprofits and philanthropy to carry out their charitable missions and could result in devastating consequences for people and communities in our region and across the country.
As we navigate these fluid dynamics, Philanthropy Network - like many of our colleague organziations in the sector - is commited to keeping our members and partners connected and informed so we can move forward together with shared purpose. This page is dedicated to posting events, news, resources and guidance relevant to the evolving policy environment, and will be updated on a regular basis. If you would like to suggest a resource or leanring opportunity to be added to this page, please reach out to Amy Seasholtz.
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Events
31 Jan, 1:00-2:00 PM (webinar)
Executive Order on DEI: What Nonprofits and Philanthropies Need to Know
Hosted by United Philanthropy Forum, the Council on Foundations, Independent Sector, and National Council of Nonprofits
03 Feb, 2:00-3:00 PM (webinar)
Funding the Fight for Immigrant Rights in 2025 and Beyond
Hosted by Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees (GCIR)
10 Feb, 12:00-1:00 PM (webinar)
New Administration + The Nonprofit Sector: Navigating the Road Ahead
Hosted by the Nonprofit Center at LaSalle University
11 Feb, 2:00-3:30 PM (hybrid- Philanthropy Network members only)
Watch Party and Q&A | Looking to 2025: What Does a New Congress Mean for Philanthropy?*
Hosted by Philanthropy Network Greater Philadelphia with the Council on Foundations
*Non-members can register for the webinar through the Council on Foundations
13 Feb, 2:00-3:30 PM (webinar - Philanthropy Network members only)
Navigating Immigration Policy Shifts: Impacts, Challenges, and Community Responses
Hosted by Philanthropy Network Greater Philadelphia
23-26 Feb (Washington, DC)
Foundations on the Hill 2025
Hosted by United Philanthropy Forum and the Council on Foundations in partnership with Independent Sector
=> Philanthropy Network members interested in joining the Pennsylvania delegation for FOTH 2025, contact Michael Kellerman.
25 Feb, 2:00-3:00 PM ET (webinar)
The Arts and Changing Political Landscapes
Hosted by Grantmakers in the Arts
Resources & Guidance
Impact of Trump Executive Orders (updated 01.27.25)
Source: National Council of Nonprofits
Among the EOs covered are those regarding:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Federal Government
- Immigration
- LGBTQ+
- Environment
- Census and Community Engagement
Sign-On Letter for Nonprofit Organizations: Message to the 119th Congress
Source: National Council of Nonprofits
The Authoritarian Threat: Preparing for the Repression of U.S. Philanthropy & Civil Society
Source: Democracy Funders Network
The Case for Partnership-Building a Healthy Charitable Sector to Ensure a Thriving Nation
Source: Recommendations sent to the Trump Administration by Independent Sector (Nov 2024)
Fighting for our Future: Immigrant Rights and our Multiracial Democracy & Recommendations for Philanthropy in 2025
Source: Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees (GCIR)
Centering Equity through Flexible, Reliable Funding
Source: Grantmakers for Effective Organizations
Organizations leading national advocacy efforts in support of nonprofits and philanthropy
- National Council of Nonprofits
- Independent Sector
- Council on Foundations
- Brennan Center for Justice
- Democracy Funders Network
- Funders for LGBTQ Issues
- Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees (GCIR)
News/Opinion
OPINION: Civil Society Isn’t Prepared for Trump’s Attacks. Here Are Steps to Take Now
By Yelena V Litvinov and Tatyana Margolin for the Chronicle of Philanthropy (01.28.25)
Trump DEI Investigations Could Target Large Foundations
By Alex Daniels for the Chronicle of Philanthropy (01.27.25)
As Trump Attacks Immigrants, Here’s What Grantmakers Can Do
By Martha Ramirez for Inside Philanthropy (01.23.25)
OPINION: As Trump Takes Office, Philanthropy Should Adopt a Pandemic-Like Crisis Response
By Lisa Pilar Cowen for the Chronicle of Philanthropy (01.28.25)
Calling All Donors (and Would-Be Donors): The Vital U.S. Nonprofit Sector is Under Threat and Must Be Protected
By Phil Buchanan for the CEP blog (01.14.25