Welcome to CGP’s 2026 Advocacy News Brief. This new bi-monthly addition will keep you informed about CGP's advocacy work to promote a healthy legislative environment for charitable giving. We will provide updates on proposed actions by Congress and connect you with resources and opportunities to educate lawmakers on key issues affecting gift planning.

CGP has significantly increased its advocacy. In response to mounting pressure to limit tax incentives for charitable giving, CGP is now active year-round in Washington, DC, through our partners at Integer, building relationships with legislative offices and actively engaging key lawmakers on committees important to our sector.

CGP’s advocacy work elevates the entire sector. By coordinating with other national groups and initiatives, such as the Charitable Giving Coalition, Community Impact Coalition, and National Council of Nonprofits, we amplify our voice and drive greater impact on key issues.

CGP monitors key legislation at the state level. Recently, we heard from members with concerns about Senate Bill 700 passed in Florida. During the March Advocacy Update, we will feature a guest presenter to explain the bill and how charities can respond. Advocacy Updates are free to attend, but registration is required. Click here to save your seat for the next Advocacy Update on March 19 at 2 p.m. ET.

CGP has several resources to keep you informed and up to date:

• Visit the CGP advocacy page. Access key updates, important announcements and informative reports.
• Attend our bi-monthly Advocacy Updates. Join to hear the latest legislative news, special topic discussions and opportunities to raise your questions.
• Access the RIFT database. Learn the latest information to navigate receiving charitable beneficiary distributions.
• Every voice matters. Sign up as a CGP Advocate. Join our team to meet directly with your representative's legislative staff and educate them on key issues and legislation affecting charitable giving.
• Finally, let us hear from you about the issues that concern you. Contact CGP here to raise questions and inform us of issues we should be aware of on the state level.

Together we can make a difference, and I hope you will join our efforts to protect charitable giving.

Michael Kenyon
President & CEO
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners