Nonprofits rarely struggle because they “didn’t care enough.” They struggle because the ground keeps shifting while the work keeps piling up. That’s what makes 2026 feel different for many organizations. Not necessarily worse in one dramatic way, but harder in a compounding way. Costs stay high. Funding feels less predictable. Community needs keep rising. Teams are tired. Boards are being asked to do more oversight with less time, and sometimes with fewer willing volunteers. The […]

For nonprofits, generosity doesn’t follow a single calendar moment. While year-end giving remains significant, with billions raised on GivingTuesday alone, today’s fundraising reality is continuous, fast-moving, and increasingly complex. Donors are engaging across channels and throughout the year, and organizations must be ready to meet them wherever and whenever inspiration strikes. Yet 2026 arrives with both opportunity and strain. Ongoing funding uncertainty, economic pressure on households, and surging demand for services mean nonprofits must do […]