Trends in Philanthropy
Many of these trends trace back to a central question: what is the role of philanthropy in a democracy? Across our sector, in politics, in business, and in our communities, people are asking who has the responsibility — or the right — to tackle complex problems like poverty and climate change. How are our societies changing, and how are nonprofits and funders evolving in response to community needs and global crises?
These questions and others — about the value and use of data, about trust in our relationships, about philanthropy’s role in advancing equity — both shape and are shaped by larger, dynamic forces in our world and our work. Each 11 Trends in Philanthropy report is meant to help you anticipate and embrace what’s next.
11 Trends for 2026
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I’m always looking to better understand how philanthropy is evolving and what we are seeing as trends to be aware of. In my annual fundraising landscape review, I turn to publications like the Trends report to capture these changes to the context in which I will be fundraising. I appreciate the breadth of trends covered, particularly the inclusion of philanthropic infrastructure changes.”
Adriana Loson-Ceballos
Colmena-Consulting
Adriana Loson-Ceballos
Colmena-Consulting
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