Denali Chamber Economic Development Proposal - Flipbook - Page 15
Public Benefit Test: Government grant
programs are often designed to fund activities
and initiatives that provide a clear and direct
public benefit. While some 501(c)(6)
organizations may engage in activities that
indirectly benefit the public, their primary
mission is typically to serve the interests of
their industry or profession. Government
agencies may prioritize funding organizations
that have a primary mission of addressing public
needs.
Political Activities: 501(c)(6) organizations are
allowed to engage in a certain amount of
lobbying and political activities as long as it is
not their primary activity. Some government
grant programs have restrictions on funding
organizations that engage in political advocacy,
and they may view 501(c)(6)s as more likely to
engage in such activities.