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Rescinded: OMB freeze of federal grants
We want to hear from you In all the uncertainty, one tangible action you can take to help is to complete MCN’s survey on the impact of recent federal decisions.… Continue reading Rescinded: OMB freeze of federal grants
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Press release: Widespread distress from nonprofits in serving Minnesota communities in response to federal grants freeze
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2025 – Saint Paul, MN – The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits (MCN) is extremely concerned about the Administration’s pause of federal grant funding, particularly to nonprofit… Continue reading Press release: Widespread distress from nonprofits in serving Minnesota communities in response to federal grants freeze
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OMB freeze of federal grants & loans
Updated January 29, 12:45 p.m. Update: It was announced today, Wednesday, January 29, that OMB Memoriam M-25-13 freezing all federal grants and loans, has been rescinded. This is a victory for… Continue reading OMB freeze of federal grants & loans
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Executive Orders affecting nonprofits
Updated January 26, 2026 ** new updates highlighted In his second term, President Trump has signed dozens of Executive Orders (EOs) covering a broad range of issues, many of which… Continue reading Executive Orders affecting nonprofits
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Reaction to Gov. Walz’s 2025 anti-fraud executive order & proposals
What We Know On Friday, January 3rd, Governor Walz signed an executive order and proposed legislation to identify and stop the theft of public money from public programs. The executive… Continue reading Reaction to Gov. Walz’s 2025 anti-fraud executive order & proposals
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Seven misperceptions that need to go away
Common misperceptions regarding nonprofits and their ability to talk with legislators, with important reality checks.
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H.R.9495 passes House, unlikely to gain traction in Senate
After a spirited debate on the morning of November 21, 2024, the House passed H.R.9495, the “Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act.”
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Minnesota nonprofits successfully mobilize to change Rep. Angie Craig’s vote on H.R.9495
As a result of the collective action taken by Minnesota nonprofits and community members over the past two days, Rep. Angie Craig has determined that she will no longer support H.R.9495 when it comes to the House floor for a new vote.
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MCN shares concerns with the IRS regarding commonly filed forms
The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits (MCN) recently provided feedback to the IRS in response to the IRS’ request for public comment on various IRS forms to help reduce paperwork and… Continue reading MCN shares concerns with the IRS regarding commonly filed forms
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