The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Heads to the Senate — Nonprofits Must Speak Out Now
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a sweeping tax bill that Republican lawmakers hope to pass before summer. The bill now moves to the Senate, where critical decisions — and potential changes — will be made. This is our best opportunity to shape the outcome, and nonprofits across the country have a vital role to play.
As it stands, this legislation includes provisions that could severely harm charitable organizations and the communities they serve. We need your voice now more than ever.
What’s at Stake for Nonprofits
The National Council for Nonprofits is calling on nonprofits to urge Senators to protect charitable organizations by taking the following positions:
🚫 OPPOSE new or expanded taxes on foundations and nonprofits
These proposals (Section 112022 and Section 112024) divert scarce resources away from essential services, undermine the ability of charitable nonprofit organizations to meet needs in their communities, and put greater strain on government.
🚫 OPPOSE limits on charitable donations
These proposals (Section 110011 and Section 112027) discourage charitable donations made by corporations and individuals, ultimately leaving nonprofit organizations with fewer resources to serve their community.
✅ SUPPORT and EXPAND charitable giving incentives
Congress should include in the tax reconciliation bill the Charitable Act, introduced by Sen. Lankford (R-OK), Sen. Coons (D-DE), Rep. Moore (R-UT), and Rep. Pappas (D-NH) to create a non-itemizer tax incentive for charitable donations to nonprofit organizations. See NCN’s one-pager on the Charitable Act. See NCN’s one-pager for more information.
How You Can Take Action
Now is the time to make your voice heard. Here are three ways you can advocate for a fairer tax package that supports — not harms — the nonprofit sector:
Sign the National Letter
Join nonprofit leaders across the country in urging Congress to remove harmful provisions from the tax bill. This effort is led by the National Council of Nonprofits, Council on Foundations, Independent Sector, and the United Philanthropy Forum.
Contact Your Senators
Call or email your Republican Senators today. Urge them to oppose provisions that weaken charitable giving and support expanding giving incentives through the Charitable Act.
Register for the National Webinar
Thursday, May 29 at 2PM ET
Join sector leaders for an in-depth look at the tax bill, its impact on nonprofits and foundations, and strategies for advocacy. Hosted by NCN, the Council on Foundations, Independent Sector, and United Philanthropy Forum. Register here.