Non-Profit Organizations

The voluntary and faith-based non-profit sector has provided, and must continue to provide, the overwhelming majority of services and supports for our constituents.  Disability related non-profits are assuming greater roles as state funding is reduced.  The non-profit sector must also be allowed to maintain its traditional role of advocacy.

The 112th Congress should:

·        Assure the continuing ability of private sector non-profit organizations to serve and advocate for people with disabilities and their families;

·        Assure fair eligibility for non-profit groups under any new charitable tax credit or deduction;

·        Assure that federal procurement rules not discriminate against non-profits and that non-profits are afforded the same privileges and benefits as small and minority businesses;

·        Support oversight activities that assure accountability by non-profits, while making certain that this does not place undue burdens on non-profits, does not duplicate existing requirements, and is coordinated with state oversight efforts; and

·       Oppose any provision that would limit the ability of non-profit organizations to engage in voter registration and outreach activities.