Nonprofits Seek More Aid From Congress, Treasury Amid Virus

Nonprofit groups are pushing Congress and the Treasury Department to provide relief to struggling tax-exempt organizations in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak.

The organizations—which encompass public charities, colleges, and hospitals—are facing the same hardships as many small businesses, including closures, revenue loss, and employee furloughs and layoffs. At the same time, many are also facing increased demand for their services to help suffering people.

“Too many nonprofits are struggling right now to keep their doors open for the people who need them most,” said Rick Cohen, chief operating officer at the National Council of Nonprofits.

For that reason, ...