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Candid insights

The big picture of the social sector, backed by data and expertise

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A nonprofit worker talking about burnout with a therapist.
Tips & Training

Preventing nonprofit burnout by supporting the whole person

Preventing nonprofit burnout means supporting employees as whole people. See how one organization uses flexible work, wellness programs, and mission connection to help staff stay resilient.

July 20, 2026 | By Judy Song-Marshall
A librarian using Candid search on her computer.
Trends & Issues

A smarter way to search nonprofits and funders for free—at a location near you

Search nonprofits and funders for free by using Candid search at more than 2,000 locations nationwide—with tools to find grants, explore data, and more.

July 15, 2026 | By Samantha Ryder
Front of a Goodwill Store.
Trends & Issues

Demystifying nonprofit earned income: Generating revenue to drive mission

Nonprofit earned income makes up 71% of sector revenue, yet many still think public charities can’t charge for products or services. Here’s what nonprofits can earn, and why this myth is harmful.

July 14, 2026 | By Kyoko Uchida
A volunteer from a small nonprofit.
Tips & Training

The big challenges of getting funding for small nonprofits

Funding for small nonprofits is scarce by design, but not because of a skills gap. Learn why smaller grassroots organizations are locked out of foundation grants and five ways you can break through.

July 13, 2026 | By Kate Meyers Emery, Ph.D.

Data & Insights

Foundation giving is up—but what about the payout rate?

The foundation payout rate is usually locked in at five percent, even as nonprofits face a funding crisis. New survey data reveals what has and hasn’t changed when it comes to foundation giving.

July 6, 2026 By Grace Sato
A person looking at foundation payout rate across the U.S.

Trends & Issues

How can annual survey data help strengthen community foundations?

The CF Insights Annual Survey report reveals how community foundations compare on revenue mix, expense ratios, and staffing. See what the latest data means for strengthening your foundation.

June 9, 2026 By David Rosado
Author David Rosado with a colleague from Council on Foundations.

Tips & Training

Doubling down on DAFs: 5 tips to grow donor-advised fund grants

There are nearly 690,000 traditional DAF accounts holding billions in ungranted funds. Learn how nonprofits can tap into that opportunity and grow their donor-advised fund grants.

June 1, 2026 By Steve Latham
An older couple opening a DAF account.

Trends & Issues

Redesigning funder-grantee power dynamics 

Traditional funder-grantee power dynamics keep nonprofits performing instead of sharing. See how one foundation redesigned convenings with its grantees to unlock candor and collective learning.

May 12, 2026 By Devontá Dickey
A session on grantee-funder power dynamics.

Trends & Issues

How nonprofits and foundations are navigating new challenges, future impact

Despite rising challenges, most nonprofit and foundation leaders believe they can increase their future impact. New research reveals what strategic shifts are helping them get there.

April 29, 2026 By Brian Fox and Matt Price
Nonprofit staff discussing how to navigate future impact.

Trends & Issues

How do fundraisers see major donors evolving?

New research reveals how major donors are evolving, including trends in their priorities, engagement styles, and giving strategies—and how fundraisers are adapting to these demands.

April 20, 2026 By Kyoko Uchida
Group of major donors asking nonprofits about their impact.

Data & Insights

How can funders better support Black nonprofits for lasting change?

New research reveals how foundations can better support Black-led nonprofits through financial, social, and human-centered investment.

April 9, 2026 By Grace Sato
A team looking at new data on Black nonprofits.

Trends & Issues

Supporting youth opportunities with funding and capacity building

Learn how funding and capacity building strengthen youth opportunities and development strategies by empowering community organizations to deliver consistent opportunities for young people.

March 16, 2026 By Alysia Lee and Dyon Davidson
Youth in Baltimore doing crafts.

Trends & Issues

Building bridges, expanding power: Strategies from the environmental movement

After some tough setbacks over the past year, the environmental movement is expanding and strengthening its base to invest in strong leaders, build narrative power, and more.

March 9, 2026 By Eva Hernandez
Members of the Mosaic Environmental Fund in a meeting.

Trends & Issues

What philanthropy can learn from Black women-led and community-centered funding

Community-centered philanthropy shifts power to those closest to the work. Discover how Black women leaders are reshaping funding through co-governance and sustainable practices.

February 25, 2026 By Kaci Patterson
Author Kaci Patterson stands in the middle of a row of nine women leaders.