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Recognizing Nonprofits and Designating National Nonprofit Day

This House Resolution aims to officially recognize the vital contributions of nonprofit organizations and their employees to citizens' daily lives. It proposes designating August 17, 2025, as National Nonprofit Day, highlighting their role in providing social services, education, and supporting local communities. Citizens can thus better appreciate the work of these organizations, which often complement government efforts and are crucial for societal well-being.
Key points
The resolution emphasizes that nonprofits feed, heal, shelter, educate, and inspire people of all ages.
Nonprofits are the third-largest employer in the U.S., employing over 12 million people and contributing 5.6% to the nation's GDP.
Most nonprofits (92%) are small and community-based, serving local needs.
Designating National Nonprofit Day aims to increase awareness and appreciation for their contributions to citizens' lives.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_658
Sponsor: Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]
Process start date: 2025-08-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the nonprofit sector and the contributions of nonprofit employees, and expressing support for August 17, 2025, to be designated as "National Nonprofit Day".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_658.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-08-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution emphasizes that nonprofits feed, heal, shelter, educate, and inspire people of all ages.
  • Nonprofits are the third-largest employer in the U.S., employing over 12 million people and contributing 5.6% to the nation's GDP.
  • Most nonprofits (92%) are small and community-based, serving local needs.
  • Designating National Nonprofit Day aims to increase awareness and appreciation for their contributions to citizens' lives.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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