NPGPS Action Research: Dynamics and Trends in the Nonprofit Economy
The nonprofit landscape is changing fast—and understanding those shifts is key to effective strategy. Nonprofit GPS conducts and shares action research to illuminate trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the sector.
Financial Implications of Current Federal Policy: An Examination of Field Differences and Responses
The effects of the current federal retrenchment on nonprofits are profound and sector-wide, but it is definitely hitting some fields harder than others. In this session, NPGPS presents an analysis of field-specific differences, looking also at their responses to those stresses. Among the fields we will look at are public broadcasting and other politically targeted groups, behavioral and community health organizations, and food security groups. What have each of these groups learned in the past decade that informs their responses, and what are the differences in what solutions are available to one rather than another?
Resources and Tools
A Playbook for Nonprofits Facing Revenue Adversity in 2026
This short playbook is designed to help nonprofit leaders and boards make sound financial and strategic decisions during periods of revenue disruption and uncertainty. It reflects the real-world practices nonprofit leaders use when familiar conditions shift whether due to policy changes, funding volatility, rising demand, or broader economic forces. Rather than offering a single “right” answer, the playbook provides a structured way to assess risk, clarify options, and choose a path that fits your organization’s mission, capacity, and financial runway. Visit the playbook here or download a print copy here.
