Preface.

Foreword.

THE LEGISLATIVE/GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS PROCESS AND THE NOT-FOR-PROFIT (W. Pidgeon).

The Significant Role That the Legislative Process Can Play in Fulfilling the Mission of a Not-for-Profit (D. Kushner).

Introduction to the Legislative Process (W. Horn).

SUCCESSFUL METHODS USED BY NOT-FOR-PROFITS (W. Pidgeon).

Achieving Impact through Political Involvement (J. Kalavitinos).

Adding Light to the Heat: Using the Mass Media to Support Your Issues (R. Story).

Developing Partnerships for Greater Success (R. Goodwin).

The Use of Outside Legislative Consultants: When and How to Hire a Lobbyist. (J. Chwat).

THE LEGAL ASPECTS OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND LOBBYING (W. Pidgeon).

The Legal Aspects of Government Affairs and Lobbying. (B. Hopkins).

DEVELOPING A STRATEGIC PLAN FOR A NOT-FOR-PROFIT (W. Pidgeon).

A Strategic Plan for Success (W. Pidgeon).

Ten Fundamental Keys to a Successful Government Affairs Program.

Reference Guide to Organizational Support.

The Accompanying CD-ROM and How to Use It.

End Notes.

Index.