Funding uncertainty, evolving compliance requirements, rising operating costs, and increased scrutiny are making non-profit financial resilience more important than ever.
To better understand how organizations are adapting, Sage asked over 100 non-profit finance leaders to share their experiences, priorities, and outlook for 2026.
Responding to Disruption: The 2026 Non-Profit Outlook reveals the strategies non-profits are using to strengthen financial operations, improve agility, and protect their missions in an increasingly unpredictable environment.
Key findings from the report:
- 77% of non-profit leaders are prioritizing revenue diversification to build greater financial resilience
- 67% say scenario planning and forecasting tools are essential for ensuring compliance and securing funding
- 72% believe real-time fund management dashboards will be critical for navigating funding and compliance challenges
- 72% are confident their organizations can sustain funding if a major disruption occurs—but only with the right planning and technology
What You'll Learn
In this research report, you'll discover:
- The biggest financial and operational challenges non-profits faced in the past year
- How leading organizations are preparing for evolving grant compliance requirements
- Why finance leaders are investing in forecasting, automation, and real-time reporting
- Practical strategies for improving visibility, strengthening compliance, and building long-term resilience
- Real-world examples of how non-profits are using Sage Intacct to improve efficiency and stay audit-ready
Build a Stronger Financial Future With Vision33
As a trusted global Sage Intacct partner, Vision33 helps non-profit organizations modernize financial management with intelligent cloud technology built for today's complex funding environment.
Our team works with non-profits to streamline financial processes, automate grant and fund accounting, improve reporting, and deliver the real-time insights leaders need to make confident decisions.
