While 501(c)(3) non-profits cannot directly support or oppose candidates for public office, there are many activities these organizations and their staff may do. He provided information about laws and rules regarding advocacy and lobbying by non-profit organizations, including election-related activity. The Lab was held in the Buffalo Commons Classroom at 617 Main Street, Suite 300 on Wednesday, September 12, from 12:30 to 1:45pm. 

Over 30 participants engaged in this discussion. Hear what they had to say about the lab:

• "The information was excellent but I really was excited to learn about the resources available at Buffalo Commons for our organizations to use."
• "It was great! The real-life examples were so helpful..."
• "Specific borderline cases and the discussion about each...was helpful"

Participants are encouraged to complete the follow up survey here: https://goo.gl/forms/FsNDeDOoUV5kdcZ42

For materials used in this learning lab as well as more information about upcoming workshops, labs, and forums, visit the Buffalo Commons Engagement page.

Future workshops from the Buffalo Commons include the following:

• Policy Advocacy 101: September 25, 2018, 5:30-7pm
• Community-University Partnerships: October 18, 2018, 5:30-7pm
• Running an Issue-Based Campaign, Wednesday, October 24, 2018, 5:30-7pm

Registration is free, but required due to space limitations; please register by emailing buffalocommons@cornell.edu.