Public Policy

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." ~Margaret Mead (1901 - 1978)

OANO monitors public policy issues, including state and federal legislation and executive branch policies, that have broad implications for Ohio's nonprofit sector. OANO sometimes takes positions on critical issues and encourages its members to communicate with policymakers and to be involved in the public policy process.

For more information on OANO's public policy program, contact info@oano.org.

Preserve the Charitable Deduction - As the November 23 deadline approaches for the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction to recommend to Congress at least $1.2 trillion in deficit reduction measures, it is vital that “Super Committee” members hear from nonprofit organizations in their states and congressional districts about the importance of preserving the charitable deduction. Read more...