Key Insights
Nonprofit and foundation leaders are navigating a complex environment of heightened demand for services, economic strain, political shifts, and rapid technological advances.
The path forward lies in pairing philanthropic confidence with strengthened collaboration, clearer communication, and a shared commitment to meeting this moment together.
The Nonprofit Summary
Nonprofits face urgent demands and real opportunity. With the right support, they can build capacity, innovate, and continue delivering essential services. Without it, the communities they support are in danger of real setbacks and suffering. Moving forward depends on effectively connecting their strategic priorities to funders.
The Foundation Summary
Foundations have the resources, stability, and strategic clarity to meet this moment. By pairing that confidence with deeper listening, transparency, and alignment with nonprofits, they can strengthen the sector. There is evidence of increased momentum and growing investment to meet this moment — nonprofits and the communities they support are counting on it.
The Seven Key Insights
Our research revealed a sector grappling with major questions and trials paired with signs of determination and potential. Insights emerged in seven key areas.