State of Nonprofits 2026 Report from The Center for Effective Philanthropy

The Center for Effective Philanthropy released its State of Nonprofits 2026 report, which finds that nonprofits across the country are facing rising demand for services alongside growing financial and staffing challenges. Based on a survey of nearly 400 nonprofit leaders, the report highlights concerns about long-term sustainability, with a particular focus on leadership burnout, fundraising challenges, and the strategic adaptations that nonprofits are making to bridge key resource gaps. The findings offer valuable insight into how nonprofit and community-based organizations are navigating an increasingly uncertain environment.