Resources during OMB Halt on Federal Assistance

If you have resources to share with nonprofits during this time of uncertainty please share below.

Here is what I am recommending to nonprofits in my network:

What next?

As you know, President Trump paused all federal grants and disbursements. Even if you don’t receive federal grants or contracts, this also will impact state, county, city, and tribal funding. If you don’t receive that type of funding, it’s likely that your other nonprofit partners do.

There is much that we don’t know yet. Be watching for messaging guidance from the Montana Nonprofit Association or your state association.

Also, it’s vital that you inform your donors while this is in the news.

I recommend a framework like this:

  • We are grateful for your support.
  • Like you, we just heard about President Trump’s executive order to pause all federal grants and disbursements.
  • We are still learning more.
  • To carry out our mission, we receive x% of funding from federal sources. OR To carry out our mission, we partner with other nonprofits who are dependent on funding from federal sources.
  • Our programs may likely be impacted.
  • As a valued partner and supporter of our work, we will keep you updated.

Please feel free to reach out for a quick 20 minute strategy call.

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