For NPOs that are involved in political research, while the organization itself may not propose or support any particular legislation or position in the political process, it can provide the framework for others to support or propose legislation. By independently focusing research efforts on areas that are of political importance, nonprofits can work to uncover the truth of a situation. These uncovered facts can then be used by local, state or federal officials and representatives.
Nonprofit organizations are large enough to provide the facilities and the funding for pure science and applied science, but are small enough that they can change as necessary. The founder and the board of directors of an NPO are in charge of the direction and mission of the research, giving the organization flexibility and freedom that may be lacking in larger, more bureaucratic institutions. As such, nonprofits open up many opportunities for major innovative leaps.
