In 2023, rising operating expenses was the largest concern among nonprofit organizations in the United States, with about 46.48 percent of surveyed nonprofits considering it their greatest challenge. Additionally, 36.97 percent of organizations cited limited staffing capacity as a significant organizational challenge.
Biggest challenges for nonprofits in the United States in 2023
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