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Foundations
Funding direct services to improve quality of life has limitations.
The government will always be the primary service provider.
In order to achieve the outcomes that foundations seek, they
must play a role in influencing the priorities of government.
Policy changes made at the state, local and administrative levels
have long-lasting impact. i.e. understands the terrain and employs
the most effective methods for communicating facts and arguments
for policy change. |
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"i.e.
is great for foundations because they help them create effective
political and social change."
Jim Mayer, Little Hoover Commission
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Nonprofit Organizations
A survey of 1,700 charities found that half of all nonprofits
believe that they are prohibited from political activity if
they receive any federal funding. This is simply not the case.
i.e. understands the complexities and differences between lobbying
and policy advocacy. We know the actions that nonprofits can
and cannot take to influence policy debate. We can work with
you to bring your issues the attention they deserve. |
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"We're
not the Milk Board. Despite our limited budget, i.e. helped
us build our capacity and get our message out."
Jane Adams, California Parks & Recreation Society |
State and Local Government
Increasingly, public agencies are charged with the task
of carrying out a multitude of complex programs and policies
within constrained budgets. In response, many department heads,
mayors, legislators, and school board members have sought partnerships
with business, foundations and community nonprofits to stretch
limited program dollars. i.e. has extensive experience building
bridges among public and private groups and managing these relationships
toward effective collaborative action. |
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"i.e.
brings a lot of depth and contacts with legislators, human service
providers and funders…their contacts with people involved
in making policy is especially impressive."
Sam Chan, Los Angeles County Mental Health Department |
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