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A new GMU‑Schar Center report shows nonprofit workers earn an average weekly wage of $1,357 in 2022, matching for‑profit and government pay. When hospitals and higher‑education institutions— which employ 45% of the nonprofit workforce—are excluded, the average falls to $1,156, 9% below government and 14% below for‑profit wages. The analysis, based on BLS Quarterly Census data, highlights how a few high‑pay sectors mask broader compensation gaps across the nonprofit sector. Researchers call for more frequent BLS reporting to improve wage transparency.
The 2026 NonProfit Times employee‑experience survey shows nonprofit job satisfaction slipping, with the core approval rating falling to 90%—down from a 95% peak in 2023‑24. Even organizations named "Best Nonprofits To Work For" recorded declines, such as manager fairness (92%...
Bloomerang has launched "Penny," an AI‑driven fundraising strategist now available in beta on its Giving Platform. Built from thousands of consulting engagements, Penny analyzes each nonprofit’s full donor history to deliver real‑time, actionable recommendations. Early adopters, such as the Joe...
Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International, warned that global volatility—oil shocks and tariff concerns—is hitting low‑income families hardest. He urged nonprofit leaders to adopt rapid, “quick and dirty” scenario planning to stay financially nimble amid a possible downturn....
A new Momentive Software study of 500 U.S. nonprofit professionals reveals that only 27% of employees stay when they lack a clear career path, while 65% remain when pathways are visible. The research links career‑path ambiguity to technology burnout, noting...
The Salvation Army reported $154 million raised during the 2025 holiday season, combining $103 million from its iconic red kettle street collections and $51 million from digital donations. Contributions grew 4% in‑person and 8% online despite a shorter holiday period. The total approaches...
Nonprofit donors increasingly link trust to data security, with 92% favoring organizations that demonstrate clear protection measures. Silent Partner Solutions reports that strong security habits can reduce incidents by 30% and lift donor trust scores by 32%, yet only 28%...
Microsoft unveiled the Elevate for Changemakers initiative at its Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit, committing $5 billion in discounts, donations and grants to support AI adoption. The program offers a LinkedIn‑backed AI for Nonprofits credential, live and on‑demand training, and a global...
