Leading Through Uncertainty: Trends and Risk Management to Support Nonprofit Partners

As uncertainty continues to shape the nonprofit sector, funders are seeking more effective ways to make informed, timely decisions. This session will examine key trends influencing today’s nonprofit landscape, share practical strategies for identifying and managing emerging risks, and highlight how funders are adapting to provide more responsive support. Designed with funders in mind, this session encourages a broader perspective on how to meet the evolving needs of the nonprofit community.

Session Objectives:

• A targeted overview of the trends and challenges shaping the nonprofit operating environment – and what they mean for your funding priorities
• Key steps nonprofit leaders are taking to identify, assess, and manage risk, with insights to help inform your due diligence and support strategies
• Examples of how peer funders are adapting, including emerging philanthropic strategies you can consider enhancing impact and responsiveness

Who Should Attend

• Funders aiming to strengthen their grantmaking in a rapidly changing environment
• Program officers and grants managers responsible for assessing risk and supporting grantee resilience