Gathering gives nonprofit executives chance to shape sector

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Nonprofit leaders advocate for a variety of populations, such as children, the poor and the elderly.

Some sector observers say it's time these leaders advocate for themselves.

The Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations (PANO) is organizing its first Pennsylvania Nonprofit Congress, scheduled for April 17 at the Capitol in Harrisburg. The floor of the state House of Representatives will serve as a gathering place where nonprofit executives can set an agenda to guide the sector's future.

The congress also will give the organizations an opportunity to bring attention to the impact they have on Pennsylvania's economy and quality of life, said …