Independent Sector

This year has been about listening deeply and acting boldly. Through Independent Sector’s Listening Tour, we connected with over 500 nonprofit and philanthropic leaders across the country. Your insights shaped our vision for a stronger, more inclusive sector. Read more about what we learned 👉 https://lnkd.in/etdjekKW #YearInReview

In 2024, we celebrated the immeasurable impact of volunteers, announcing the value of a volunteer hour at $33.49—a 5.3% increase from last year. Volunteers are the heart of our sector, and their contributions deserve recognition. Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gXjz5TYX #YearInReview

As the year winds down, we’re reflecting on what we’ve achieved together in 2024. Stay tuned as we count down the accomplishments that shaped this year for the nonprofit sector. 🌟 #YearInReview

📢 Exciting news! Introducing the Nonprofit Sector State Profiles, an interactive dashboard packed with national and state data on the nonprofit sector. Whether you're an advocate, researcher, or just curious, explore insights on the sector's size, economic impact, workforce, and inspiring success stories of nonprofits making a difference in communities nationwide. Dive into the data and discover how nonprofits are shaping our world ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eanYvaTy

🚨Happening Today!🚨 Don’t miss Independent Sector’s December Monthly Policy Update, exclusively for members! Congress is working to avoid a government shutdown and address key priorities like disaster relief and charitable giving incentives. What does this mean for nonprofits and the communities we serve? This critical conversation starts today at 2:00 PM ET. It’s not too late to register—don’t miss out! Sign up now 👉 https://lnkd.in/e6dSa2yw

As we close out the year, we’re reflecting on the incredible progress we’ve made together in the nonprofit sector. From groundbreaking reports to impactful advocacy, 2024 has been a year of listening, learning, and leading. Independent Sector’s President and CEO, Dr. Akilah Watkins, shares her thoughts on the achievements that have shaped our journey and the road ahead. Check out her year-end reflections in the latest CEO Views blog. Read now 👉 https://lnkd.in/ewN-Ha8M

🚨 Big News Alert! The 2024 Health of the U.S. Nonprofit Sector: Annual Review is here! 🚨 Since 2020, this report has provided nonprofit leaders, policymakers, and philanthropists with vital data and insights on the sector’s finances, workforce, trust, and advocacy efforts. The 2024 review highlights the growing trust in nonprofits amid challenges like declining charitable giving and workforce struggles. Nonprofits play an essential role in American society, supporting communities in countless ways—but their health is critical to their success. Explore the latest findings and what’s ahead for the sector ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eQF97-fU

🎄 Don’t Miss Our December Policy Update! 🎄 Congress is racing to avoid a December 20 shutdown while tackling disaster relief, defense policy, and charitable giving incentives. What does this mean for nonprofits? Join us on Thursday, December 19 at 2:00 PM ET as we unpack the latest updates and explore how you can get involved! This exclusive event is available to Independent Sector members only. Register now 👉 https://lnkd.in/erBhrEyv

🎉 It's Giving Tuesday! 🎉 This year, we're reminded of the power of generosity and the importance of policies that encourage giving. As our President and CEO Akilah Watkins says: "This Giving Tuesday, as the number of individual givers continues to decline, supporting tax policies like an expanded charitable deduction is more critical than ever to encourage all Americans to support their communities. Polling shows 77% of Americans back expanding this proven incentive, recognizing its vital role in strengthening the nonprofit sector to address urgent needs nationwide." Let’s work together to inspire generosity and build a stronger nonprofit sector. 💙 Learn more about how you can advocate for an expanded charitable deduction ➡️ https://lnkd.in/enpM5nw2

We're deeply troubled by the House of Representatives’ passage today of H.R. 9495, a bill that would give the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury broad power to strip nonprofits’ tax-exempt status. Read our full statement: