Urge Congress to pass the newly introduced Charity Parity Act, bipartisan legislation that would eliminate tax penalties and allow qualified charitable distributions directly from employer-sponsored retirement plans like 401(k)s and 403(b)s. By removing unnecessary fees and administrative hurdles, this bill would make it easier for donors to give and strengthens the nonprofit sector at a time of growing need.
Discover how recent federal tax changes are reshaping charitable giving, what AFP secured through its advocacy in H.R. 1, and the key policy shifts fundraisers need to understand moving forward.
Learn how AFP is also supporting the bipartisan Congressional Philanthropy Caucus — led by Reps. Danny Davis and Blake Moore — to advance policies that strengthen charitable giving, public‑private partnerships, and nonprofit impact nationwide.
AFP is calling on the federal government to create a secretariat for the charitable sector in Canada. With the increasing complexity of trade relations with the U.S., concerns about inflation and affordability, a permanent charitable sector secretariat would serve as a crucial advocate and bridge between charities and the federal government.
Learn how AFP is shaping the evolving landscape of donor‑advised fund policy as Congress and federal agencies consider new rules on payout expectations, transparency, and charitable incentives. Visit our DAF policy page to understand what policymakers are debating, what AFP is monitoring, and how these decisions could impact donors, nonprofits, and fundraising practice.
Explore how the Legacy IRA Act expands charitable giving opportunities for older donors through enhanced Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), including new options for life‑income gifts. Learn what these changes mean for fundraisers — opening powerful planned giving strategies, deepening donor engagement, and increasing charitable impact over time.