Projects & Reports

June 17, 2025

2025 State of the Nonprofit Sector Survey Findings

Essential, Enduring, and Under Strain: The Nonprofit Sector's Strength and Struggle in a Shifting Landscape

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NFF’s 2025 State of the Nonprofit Sector Survey explores how nonprofits are faring in today’s changing environment and the investments needed to secure their long-term futures.

There has never been a more critical time to share what’s going on for nonprofits and how we all can support the organizations that are a vital part of our community infrastructure.

Download our free report for an in-depth analysis of financial and operational data from over 2,200 nonprofits across the country. The report is designed to guide funding and advocacy decisions at this crucial time and includes overall findings and recommendations for nonprofits, government, and philanthropic funders.

Regional Analysis

NFF also took a look at the data from specific geographies to understand regional trends and nuances. Explore results in the following geographies:

  • California, with a spotlight on the Bay Area and Los Angeles
  • Dallas Fort-Worth
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • New York City
  • Greater Philadelphia
Online Analyzer

Our online, interactive Survey Analyzer allows you to filter the data by sector, geography, and more.