In the wake of the recent federal grant freeze risk, the nonprofit sector finds itself at a crossroads. Whether the news changes, the freeze has uncovered a significant risk factor for many nonprofits — there is no single source of consistent, reliable funding. And that’s a very risky position to be in for both your team and your beneficiaries.
In the past 24 hours, we’ve been in constant conversations with our customers, our partners — these wonderful people who we call friends — to understand what they need and how we can help. We don’t have all the answers, no one does at this point. But we’re here to support your mission like always, no matter how this event plays out.
And with the ripple effects still to come, we want to support you right now. Our team is monitoring the situation and have built this resource toolkit for you:
One of the key advantages of digital fundraising is its agility. Unlike federal grants, which can be subject to political whims and bureaucratic delays, online donations can be solicited and received quickly. This flexibility is crucial in times of crisis, allowing nonprofits to respond rapidly to changing circumstances. The recent stories from organizations like UNICEF USA and Feed The Children demonstrate this incredible potential.
With billions of dollars in community grants, university research funding, and nonprofit support, this freeze is challenging organizations to rethink their funding strategies and operational models. To adapt, to change, to diversify.
So as we all navigate this unanticipated turn, it’s critical to note this: nonprofits cannot wait to see what happens. By leveraging digital giving now, you can mitigate the consequences of this freeze.
Nonprofits that invest in and optimize their digital fundraising efforts are better positioned to withstand external pressures. And we’re here to help you get there successfully.