At midyear, the nonprofit sector is balancing resilience with uncertainty. Total giving hit a record in 2024, and recent tax law changes may support modest growth in individual donations. Still, rising costs and unpredictable funding remain key challenges. Many organizations are focusing on diversified revenue, digital tools, and tighter planning to sustain services and protect their missions.
Nonprofits are increasingly accepting cryptocurrency as part of their fundraising strategies. Understanding the benefits, risks, and key steps for integrating digital assets into gift acceptance policies can help organizations prepare for the growing role of crypto philanthropy.
Nonprofits are leveraging business applications to improve efficiency, donor relationships, and internal operations. These tools support everything from fundraising and volunteer scheduling to financial reporting and outcome tracking. With the right systems in place, teams can reduce administrative burden and put the focus on mission-driven work. Learn more about how your team can benefit.
Securing donor data is essential for nonprofits to maintain trust and sustainability. This article covers key strategies, including threat identification, data management, staff training, and incident response. Learn how to safeguard valuable information and sustain your impact.
The nonprofit sector continues to evolve as economic conditions, policy changes, and donor behavior shape funding strategies. Charitable giving remains strong, with signs of continued growth for organizations. However, adapting to these shifts will require strategic planning to sustain long-term impact.
Nonprofits are increasingly prioritizing fraud prevention to protect their resources and fulfill their mission. In 2025, two key areas require attention: internal fraud by employees and external risks to systems and data. Proactive measures can help organizations address these challenges and maintain financial integrity.
Many small nonprofits face challenges with weak or inadequate internal control systems, often due to limited staffing and financial resources. Without effective safeguards, these organizations are at greater risk of errors, fraud, and financial mismanagement, which can damage their reputation and disrupt operations. Implementing strong controls helps build trust and allows nonprofits to stay focused on their mission.
Segregation of duties (SOD) is a key internal control that helps nonprofits reduce fraud, improve accuracy, and build trust. Start the 2025 by exploring the importance of SOD, strategies to overcome common challenges, and actionable steps for establishing strong internal controls.
If you’re still spending hours exchanging emails just to schedule meetings, you’re wasting precious time that could be better spent on more important tasks. With free scheduling technologies like Microsoft Bookings, you can dramatically reduce the back-and-forth hassle of finding suitable meeting times.
Functional expense allocations and the program expense ratio are crucial aspects of financial transparency for nonprofits. Learn why properly allocating expenses into categories like program services, management, and fundraising not only provides a clear financial picture but also significantly impacts the organization’s public image, fundraising potential, and IRS compliance.
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