Resources for Grantseekers/Nonprofits in Response to Execute Orders and the Federal Grant and Contract Freeze
We continue to monitor the impact of the current Executive Orders and the Federal contract and grant funding freeze. This section of our site will contain various resources to assist the grantees of our Members and the nonprofit organizations in our State.
The Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement (DANA), the United Way of Delaware (UWDE) and the Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) and our organization are building and updating resources to help nonprofits develop some risk mitigation and scenario planning as it relates to required legal preparedness around DEI certification, staffing impacts, programmatic shifts, etc.
Legal Essentials for Nonprofits: Navigating Uncertainty and Preparing for What’s Next
Webinar from Catchafire - presented on March 12, 2025 -
Catchafire, Paladin, and special guest Christina Holder, Public Interest Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler, discussed how nonprofits can protect themselves amidst the threats presented by the freeze of federal contracts and grants. The webinar covered:
- Understanding your rights as a 501(c)(3) during times of financial and political uncertainty
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How to safeguard your nonprofit’s funding and operations
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Key legal considerations to stay compliant and prepared