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Navigating the Moment

Resources and Information for Nonprofits

April 2025

A Resource Hub for Nonprofits

As the support and legislative landscape for nonprofits continues to rapidly change, we have put together this hub as a central repository for nonprofits trying to keep up with the latest actions and available resources for the sector. This is an evolving document - if you have information or resources for us to consider adding, please send it to Leigh Handschuh at leigh.handschuh@tbf.org.

Regularly Updated Resources and News Sites

A number of local and national organizations are providing regularly updated resources and information on Executive Orders and other actions that could have significant impacts on the nonprofit sector in Massachusetts and beyond. Click below to visit the resources.

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Update on TBF’s Efforts to Meet the Moment

Find a list of our Meeting the Moment initiatives – both those we’ve completed, and those in process. We will continue regularly to update you about the progress of our initiatives even as we develop new ones.

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Massachusetts Nonprofit Network: Federal Roundtable

MNN’s Federal Roundtable provides current updates and helpful resources on the Trump Administration and its priorities on wide-ranging policy issues. MNN also offers additional resources to members, including webinats and discussions with MNN staff and guest speakers.

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TSNE: Resources for Mission-Driven Nonprofits

TSNE's resource hub is designed to support nonprofits by providing updates on federal executive orders and policy changes, insights into their implications for the sector, and strategies to navigate these shifts while centering equity and justice in their work.

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National Council of Nonprofits: Executive Order Updates

This robust resources features regular updates on new Executive Orders, general FAQs and advice for nonprofits facing the termination of federal grants and resources. It also links to press releases and litigation updates from the Council.

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Independent Sector: Tracking the Policy Landscape

Independent Sector updates three trackers biweekly: A Tax and Federal Legislation Tracker, a Litigation Tracker, and an Executive Action Tracker, and updates policy and other trends in DC on its frequently updated blog.

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Just Security: Litigation Tracker

This public resource tracks legal challenges to Trump administration actions. It goes beyond those actions affecting nonprofits directly, but is a valiable resource for those looking to track litigation across interest areas and jurisdictions.

Local Resources and Updates

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TBF distributes $2.625 million in grants to 77 organizations through Safety Net Grants special round

Originally intended to distribute $2 million, the special round was expanded with extra support and commitments from TBF’s donors. The new grants are part of the Foundation’s overall strategy to “Meet the Moment” at this critical time.

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TBF Nonprofit Update

TBF's "Nonprofit Update" is published every other month, and features resources, ideas and grant opportunities for nonprofits across Massachusetts. Read the latest issue (March 2025) here, or subscribe below.

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