Data and resources on nonprofit funding
Candid offers insights rooted in data to demonstrate the real impact of federal funding uncertainty on nonprofits. We support the sector with data to shed light on the vital role nonprofits play in communities across the country.

Data dashboards on Tableau
Nonprofit stats by congressional district
Explore the scope and scale of the nonprofit ecosystem in each congressional district to understand their impact on local communities.
Nonprofit cash runway without government grants
Dive into the data to find out how long nonprofits can continue operating without government grants.
Foundations by state: How much are they giving?
Discover where foundation grant funding comes from, which states have the most active grantmaking foundations, and how funding patterns have changed over time.
Grant recipients by state: How much are they getting?
Learn how foundation funding is distributed to nonprofits across the country, and which states receive the most grant dollars.
Insights on funding to nonprofits
How reliant are nonprofits on government grants?
Learn how many nonprofits rely on government grants—including which types of organizations and U.S. states receive the most.
How long can nonprofits survive without government grants?
Find out how many government grantees would be at risk if federal funding stopped and the impact it would have on jobs and specific subsectors.
Where do grant dollars come from and where do they go?
Explore funding trends over time and see what types of nonprofit work are being funded in each state through subject area breakdowns.
Why the social sector is vital to healthy, thriving communities
Get the facts on public charities (which make up the majority of NGOs)—including what they do, how they’re funded, and the vital role they play in society.
Decoding our data on government funding to nonprofits
Uncover new insights on the effect of government grants across the sector based on Candid and the Urban Institute’s collective data.
Nonprofit resources
Meeting the moment: Candid’s response to federal funding disruptions
Discover what Candid is offering to nonprofits affected by federal funding cuts, including complimentary access to Foundation Directory Pro through our Go for Gold program.
Tips for seeking foundation grants in a time of crisis
Here are some tips to help you secure flexible foundation grants, from requesting multiyear, general operating support to using Candid’s free tools to help you get “grant-ready”.
Visit Candid insights for more data and expertise on the state of the nonprofit sector.