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We work on behalf of foundations and nonprofits to educate public officials about the value and needs of these organizations and to advocate for public policies that promote philanthropy. Learn more about our public policy principles.

NEW! Watch videos of "The State Budget: Priorities and Pressures," presented in Carbondale on April 23. The event was co-sponsored by Donors Forum, the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, and the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability. Note: clicking either link will open Widows Media Player or your default video program.

• Keynote speaker, Illinois State Comptroller Dan Hynes
• Panel discussion