Category Archives: Insights

Last month, Independent Sector released polling data on a number of topics related to charitable giving and public policy. Some results are encouraging, while others are quite concerning.  Let’s start with the bad news. Respondents indicated significant concerns about the economy, with 96 percent “somewhat or very concerned” about inflation or experiencing economic stress inContinue reading “Polling Data: Universal Charitable Deduction, Inflation Fears, and Reduction in Giving”

Washington, DC, (September 6, 2022) – Integer is pleased to announce that Steve Taylor is joining the firm as a Principal. Steve brings more than two decades of policy and advocacy experience to the firm, most recently serving as the head of government relations and public policy for United Way Worldwide, one of the largestContinue reading “Steve Taylor, Long-time Nonprofit Advocate and Public Policy Expert, Joins Integer as a Principal”

This Special Edition Washington Update is part of Integer’s 2022 election tracking. As we approach the midterms in November, our team will be presenting election updates at annual meetings and policy conferences.  If you or your organization is interested in a midterm election presentation, please contact a member of our team to learn more. WithContinue reading “Special Edition Washington Update: Midterm Elections “

Leading up to the primaries this year, there was a concern in Republican circles that some ideologically radical or extremely controversial candidates could win GOP Senate primaries, putting otherwise winnable races into question. While the party seemingly avoided the worst of that, with candidates like Kathy Barnette in Pennsylvania and Eric Greitens in Missouri losingContinue reading “Senate GOP Candidates Underperforming– Dashing GOP Hopes of Flipping the Chamber“

Even as digital asset markets cratered this summer, potentially reducing their flow to charities, some well-established charitable organizations are forging ahead with projects to connect with crypto investors and use blockchain technology to enhance donor services.  When thinking about what organizations are likely to embrace emerging technologies, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of DC probably doesn’tContinue reading “Crypto Philanthropy Still a Growing Factor for Some Charitable Organizations Development Plans”

On June 30th, Integer Vice President Sara Barba moderated a webinar with a panel of expert advocates to discuss the importance of local engagement as organizations build relationships with policymakers and their staff to advance effective public policy. Panelists included Katie Alford of the Abilene Community Foundation, Seyron Foo of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation,Continue reading “Webinar Recap: Why Telling Your Story at Home is the Key to Advocacy Success”

If you’re a digital asset investor, the last few months have likely been bleak. Digital asset markets have cratered, which will likely throw cold water on the amount of crypto flowing to nonprofits. And while policymakers could help soften the blow by enacting sound crypto regulations, it appears that Washington is moving too slowly toContinue reading “Will a Crypto Winter Freeze Digital Asset Giving?”

Giving USA recently released the topline data from their much anticipated annual report on charitable giving in 2021. Compared to 2020, total giving was up 4 percent in current dollars but down 0.7 percent when adjusted for inflation, compared to 2020. Since the initial data was released, many leaders in the charitable sector are discussingContinue reading “New Data Paints Uncertain Picture for Charitable Giving in Future Years”

For months, the midterm outlook has remained relatively unchanged, with Republicans holding several electoral advantages. Whether it is the number of incumbent Democrats not seeking reelection compared to Republicans, Republican voter turnout outpacing Democrats in primaries, or President Biden’s unpopularity, all signs point to significant GOP gains this fall. However, recent shifts in voters’ topContinue reading “Could Evolving Top Issues for Voters Shake Up The Midterm Outlook?”

Washington, DC, (June 6, 2022) – Sandra Swirski, who has dedicated her career to helping strengthen and shape some of the country’s most high-profile tax policies, today launched Integer, a new advocacy firm where she and her colleagues will help corporate, association, and nonprofit clients navigate today’s most complex economic and nonprofit policy issues. “ForContinue reading “Launching Integer”