POLICY REQUESTS

CAUSE routinely receives requests for support from external organizations on pending legislation, agenda items, and other items related to public policies and programs being considered by government bodies from the local to the federal level. Traditionally, CAUSE has supported matters related to its policy priorities: 

• Leadership Pipeline: build leaders from Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities by offering opportunities to develop the connections, skills, and knowledge to support their rise to the top of the civic and political arena.

• Political Participation: ensure API communities have access to voice their concerns and needs and take part in shaping policy decisions.

• Anti-Hate Crimes: address anti-hate crimes through community-based approaches that foster a stronger sense of community, collaboration, and unity.

Periodically, policy matters of interest to CAUSE may fall outside of the three traditional policy priorities. A majority of the Committee can vote to support priorities outside of the three traditional policy priorities. The Committee will review and consider on a case-by-case basis.

As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, CAUSE is limited to specific advocacy activities as permitted by the IRS. For more information, please visit https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/exemption-requirements-501c3-organizations