Citizens Project Online News

September 2014

Citizens Project educates, empowers local churches to protect their tax-exempt status.

Every year, there is an effort to undermine IRS regulations regarding electioneering by tax-exempt organizations, called "Pulpit Freedom Sunday." In response, this month Citizens Project sent letters to over 350 local churches to make them aware of conflicts that could potentially arise this election season and how to protect their IRS 501(c)3 status.

We are committed to being a resource to faith communities as they endeavor to engage in dialogue with church members about policy issues related to their faith while not jeopardizing their tax-exempt status. The letter highlighted guidelines of activities that faith communities must avoid and also activities that are permitted to be in compliance with IRS regulations.

Read the letter here.

Citizens Project Welcomes Deborah Walker, Associate Director

Citizens Project is proud to announce the hire of Deborah Walker as Associate Director. Ms. Walker holds a BA in History, Master of Public Administration, and Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Colorado. She has served in board leadership positions with several local nonprofits in addition to being an active member of her faith community. She has a passion for social justice and equality and enjoys participating in service projects to the developing world. Deb is an enthusiastic supporter of the mission of Citizens Project and brings a broad nonprofit skillset to this position.

Get Involved!

Get-Out-The-Vote with Pikes Peak Equality Coalition Want to make a difference in the upcoming election?? Join us at one (or more!) of our Get-Out-The-Vote dates in September and October for postcard writing, phone banking, and canvassing.

Click here for dates and more information.

Colorado Springs Diversity Forum- Food for Thought: Breaking Bread, Building Bridges

New discussion groups launch October 16

Check out this great program that encourages dialogue on relevant topics over a shared meal.

Articles of Interest

Check out Citizens Project's 2013-2014 accomplishments....

Citizens Project 2014 Annual Report

Transgender Homecoming Princess Crowned at Sand Creek High

September 12, 2014

KRDO
watch the video

The Personal News Cycle: How African Americans and Hispanics Consume News

September 16, 2014
The American Press Institute
read the report

Upcoming Events

UCCS Center for Religious Diversity and Public Life: "Levinas and the Ethical Ground of Justice: 'Am I my Brother's Keeper?'"

September 23, 3:00pm

UCCS, University Center

"Challenging Racial Disparities in School Discipline Outcomes"

September 29

4:00-5:00 reception

5:00-6:00 lecture

The Power of Forgiveness: a film by Martin Doblmeier

October 2, 6:30pm

Library 21C

Citizens Project Election Education Forum

October 14, 5:00-7:00 pm

Stargazers Theatre

Ally Up for Inside/Out Breakfast

October 23, 7:30-8:30am

Inside/Out Breakfast

Please check out our events calendar for more upcoming events!

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