Investigations Targeting Nonprofits

USCNL tracks federal and state investigations into nonprofits and analyzes constitutional concerns these investigations can raise. We also provide resources to help organizations comply with and navigate the law.

Tracker & Analysis

Congressional Investigations

Our Congressional Investigations Tracker follows select investigations impacting nonprofit organizations since the 118th Congress (2023-2024). A companion piece provides analysis of these investigations and an overview of the investigation process, along with suggestions for reform.

Explore the Tracker Read Our Analysis

Current Trend

State Attorney General Investigations Targeting Nonprofits

This piece examines the growing trend of state attorney general investigations targeting nonprofits and explores their legal basis, constitutional implications, and broader impact on civil society.

IRS Investigations of Nonprofits: An Explainer

This explainer describes tools that the IRS may use to investigate nonprofits and offers practical steps nonprofits can take to prepare for and respond to IRS scrutiny.

Resources for U.S. Nonprofits

This page compiles resources to help U.S. nonprofits navigate federal and state law requirements, manage and mitigate organizational risks, and access pro bono legal services.