Resources to aid you on

your financial journey.

2026 Philanthropy Outlook

A practical overview of the economic and philanthropic trends nonprofits should be watching in 2026, with implications for fundraising, financial planning, and sustainability.

What will giving look like in 2026?

Hear from the Nonprofit Financial Leadership Academy and their insights into key economic and fundraising trends shaping the nonprofit sector in 2026, along with practical insights to help leaders plan, prioritize, and adapt in an uncertain environment.

Nonprofit Sustainability and Revenue Diversification presentation from the 2023 Philanthropy for the People Conference https://thepeoplesnonprofit.org/

Nonprofit Finance 101 for Board Members is a practical introduction to the financial responsibilities of nonprofit boards. This session is designed to help board members better understand their role in financial oversight and long-term sustainability.

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TELLING YOUR FINANCIAL STORY

Financial storytelling isn’t about spreadsheets, it’s about communicating to supporters how you turn resources into impact.

White Papers and Resources

At Nonprofit Financial Leadership Academy, we understand the unique financial challenges faced by nonprofit organizations. That's why we are proud to offer a wide range of free financial resources to guide you on your nonprofit financial journey.

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STAFFING THE FINANCE FUNCTION

Highly impactful nonprofits are built upon a solid administrative infrastructure.

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BUILDING NONPROFIT SUSTAINABILITY

Financial sustainability doesn’t just happen on its own, it’s a mindset that requires careful planning

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RISK MANAGEMENT FOR NONPROFIT LEADERS + CHECKLIST

As stewards of public resources, risk management is a crucial aspect of nonprofit's operations.

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GOVERNMENT FUNDING CHECKLIST

Government funds are more complex to manage and require different systems and infrastructure than other funding streams.

Advocacy & Philanthropy

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KICKSTARTINGADVOCACY AT YOUR NONPROFIT

Learn how to get started building an advocacy program at your nonprofit.

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ADVOCACY: WHAT NONROFITS CAN AND CANNOT DO

Demystify advocacy and lobbying for nonprofit organizations.

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TRANSFORMING DONORS INTO ADVOCATES

Learn how to turn donors into powerful advocates. (and raise more money too!)

An infographic with an arrow pointing down toward a dollar sign and waves, titled '5 Immediate Steps to Build Financial Resilience for your Nonprofit in 2025'.