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2026 CCS Philanthropy Pulse Report

February 2026

CCS Fundraising is thrilled to share the 5th edition of our Philanthropy Pulse report! Unlock data-driven findings to guide your strategy for the year ahead by clicking on the widget.

The 2026 CCS Philanthropy Pulse report offers invaluable perspectives on the present and future state of philanthropy based on data CCS collected from over 600 organizations across nonprofit sectors in late 2025.

Key Findings:

  • 62% of nonprofits reported revenue growth last year, led by Public Society Benefit and Education organizations.
  • To retain new donors, targeted digital communications are used by 69% of organizations.
  • Staff rating their knowledge of AI as mostly or fully knowledgeable doubled to 20%.
  • Almost half of respondents said government policy has negatively impacted their organization. 
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