Every election season, many nonprofits go quiet, convinced that any engagement is illegal, too risky, or outside their lane. But while your organization stays on the sidelines, elections are actively shaping the funding streams, policy priorities, and community conditions your mission depends on. Silence isn’t neutral. It’s a missed opportunity.
The reality is that nonprofits can legally do far more during election season than most realize. This webinar will cut through the fear and confusion to show you exactly what’s possible. Most election training focuses only on compliance and what you can’t do. This one focuses on opportunity and what you can.
During this session, Bethany Snyder will show you practical, nonpartisan strategies you can use for engaging candidates, educating voters, mobilizing supporters, and positioning your organization as a trusted community leader when it matters most.
You’ll learn how to:
distinguish what nonprofits can legally do during election season from common misconceptions that keep organizations on the sidelines;
engage candidates and elected officials as part of a long-term advocacy strategy;
conduct nonpartisan voter education and registration efforts that align with your mission;
mobilize your supporters and deepen community relationships through election engagement; and,
position your organization as a trusted civic leader to build long-term influence.
You’ll walk away understanding how your organization can responsibly engage in democracy-building efforts that strengthen your advocacy power for years to come.
Who should attend:
This webinar is ideal for nonprofit leaders, executive directors, and advocacy staff who want to strengthen their organization’s civic presence, engage supporters more effectively, and finally understand how nonprofits can participate in elections legally and strategically.
After the webinar, you’ll receive:
slides and handouts; and,
a link to the webinar recording.
Webinar CFRE
Full participation in this webinar is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
Can’t attend live and still want to watch the webinar? Want to review the materials after the session?
You will receive an email with the full recording and any handouts within 10 business days after the webinar.
After you register, you will receive the following emails:
A sales receipt for your bookkeeping records
A confirmation email from Zoom with the login credentials
Instructions for other attendees if you registered a group
If you do not receive these emails within 48 hours of registering, please email or call 1-877-784-7268.
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Bethany Snyder, MPP, is the powerhouse behind Snyder Strategies, LLC, where she helps nonprofits build bold and effective advocacy programs that drive real change. With nearly 25 years of experience spanning communications, advocacy, and public affairs, Bethany has worn many hats—grassroots advocacy director, lobbyist, consultant, communications director, and even U.S. Senate staffer—bringing a wealth of expertise to every project she touches.
As the current Director of the Iowa Nonprofit Alliance, Bethany champions the work of Iowa’s 23,000 nonprofit organizations and the professionals who power them, ensuring their voices are heard and amplified.
A proud Hawkeye with a BA from the University of Iowa and a Master of Public Policy from the University of Minnesota, Bethany’s dedication to community runs deep. She leads Central Iowa Rainbow Families, chairs One Iowa Action and the Urbandale Civil Rights Commission, and serves on the board of Family Equality, all while advocating for a more equitable future.
Full participation in this webinar is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.