May 8 News Round-Up from AI
Disclaimer: this post was created and formatted entirely by ChatGPT. I am trying to create for myself a weekly summation of key national issues facing the nonprofit sector. After subscribing to countless emailed newsletters and substacks, I got overwhelmed. I’m going to try this for a bit… though I’ll keep an eye on the email inbox and news sources as wellChatGPT is helpful, but can’t be relied on for 100% accuracy or thoroughness.
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National Nonprofit Issues Update
Prepared by: ChatGPT Research Assistant
Prepared for: The Nonprofit Planner
Date Range: May 1–8, 2025
Purpose: To inform nonprofit leaders of the most significant federal actions, funding shifts, and tax-exempt policy issues affecting the sector.
Sections:
Top 10 Developments This Week
Ongoing Watchlist (Unresolved Key Issues)
Coming Week: What to Watch (Forward-Looking Alerts)
📰 Top 10 Developments This Week
Trump Threatens Harvard’s Tax-Exempt Status Again
President Trump reiterated his intent to revoke Harvard University’s tax-exempt status, citing alleged campus bias. Legal experts note that such action would require formal IRS procedures. (The Guardian)IRS Officials Explore Challenging Nonprofit Tax-Exempt Status
Trump administration officials are examining ways to challenge the tax-exempt status of certain nonprofits, raising concerns about potential political bias within the IRS. (Reuters)NEA Terminates Dozens of Grants Amid Elimination Proposal
Following President Trump’s proposal to eliminate the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the agency terminated numerous grants, affecting arts organizations nationwide. (NPR)Executive Order Ends Federal Funding for NPR and PBS
President Trump signed Executive Order 14290, directing the cessation of federal funding for NPR and PBS, leading to legal challenges from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. (White House)USDA Cuts Threaten Hunger Relief Programs
The USDA halted $500 million in expected food deliveries and cut another $1 billion for hunger relief programs, exacerbating food insecurity across the U.S. (Reuters)Trump’s Budget Proposes $2.67 Billion in Cuts to LGBTQ+ Programs
The proposed 2026 budget includes significant reductions in funding for LGBTQ+ health research and support services, drawing criticism from advocacy groups. (Human Rights Campaign)Federal Judge Blocks Cuts to Library and Museum Funding
A federal judge issued an injunction preventing the Trump administration from eliminating funding for the Institute of Museum and Library Services and other agencies, stating that only Congress has the authority to make such budgetary decisions. (SF Chronicle)AmeriCorps Faces Significant Funding Reductions
The administration terminated nearly $400 million in AmeriCorps grants, affecting over 1,000 programs and more than 32,000 service members and volunteers. (CBS News)EPA Funding Cuts Target Disadvantaged Communities
More than $2.4 billion in EPA funding cuts are aimed at programs benefiting disadvantaged communities, raising concerns about environmental justice. (Inside Climate News)DOGE Initiative Faces Setbacks on Capitol Hill
The Delivering on Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative is losing momentum, with legislative efforts faltering and public backlash increasing. (Business Insider)
🔭 Ongoing Watchlist (Unresolved but Notable Issues)
Potential Revocation of Tax-Exempt Status for Climate Nonprofits
Climate-focused nonprofits are preparing for possible challenges to their tax-exempt status by the Trump administration. (Reuters)Legal Challenges to Executive Order 14290
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting and other entities are pursuing legal action against the executive order ending federal funding for NPR and PBS. (White House)Impact of USDA Cuts on Hunger Relief Efforts
Organizations are assessing the long-term effects of USDA funding cuts on food security and hunger relief programs. (Reuters)IRS Scrutiny of Nonprofit Tax-Exempt Status
The IRS’s exploration of challenging certain nonprofits’ tax-exempt status continues to raise concerns about political impartiality. (Reuters)Federal Budget Cuts to LGBTQ+ Programs
Advocacy groups are monitoring the proposed budget cuts to LGBTQ+ programs and preparing responses. (Human Rights Campaign)NEA Grant Terminations and Future Funding
Arts organizations are evaluating the impact of NEA grant terminations and the potential elimination of the agency. (NPR)DOGE Initiative’s Future
The future of the DOGE initiative remains uncertain amid legislative setbacks and waning support. (Business Insider)EPA Funding Cuts and Environmental Justice
Communities are responding to EPA funding cuts that disproportionately affect disadvantaged populations. (Inside Climate News)AmeriCorps Program Reductions
The reduction in AmeriCorps funding continues to impact service programs across the country. (CBS News)Legal Status of IMLS Funding
The legal battle over the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services is ongoing, with implications for libraries and museums nationwide. (SF Chronicle)
⏩ Coming Week: What to Watch (May 8–12)
House Budget Committee Hearing on Nonprofit Tax Reform – May 9
The committee will discuss potential changes to nonprofit tax policies, which could impact funding and operations.Expected IRS Release of New Form 990 Guidance – May 10
The IRS is anticipated to issue updated guidance on Form 990, affecting nonprofit reporting requirements.Potential Executive Order on “Patriotic Education”
Rumors suggest an upcoming executive order promoting “Patriotic Education,” which may influence funding for educational nonprofits.Legal Proceedings on Executive Order 14290
Courts may issue decisions regarding the legality of the executive order terminating federal funding for NPR and PBS.Developments in DOGE Initiative
Further information may emerge about the future of the DOGE initiative and its impact on federal efficiency measures.
