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Published by Statista Research Department, Aug 20, 2024
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 nonprofit organizations in the United States in 2023
| Characteristic | Share of respondents |
|---|---|
| Rising Operating Expenses | 46.48% |
| Lack of Adequate Finances/Resources | 41.59% |
| Limited Staff Capacity | 36.97% |
| Difficulty Recruiting & Retaining Quality Staff | 29.25% |
| Economic Downturn/Inflation | 29.25% |
| Difficulty Acquiring & Retaining Donors | 28.17% |
| Lack of Awareness/Communication | 21.23% |
| High Staff Turnover | 20.95% |
| Lack of Engaged Board Members | 15.49% |
| Government Laws & Restrictions | 15.31% |
| Difficulty Recruiting Quality Board Members | 13.74% |
| Maintaining Staff Effectiveness & Efficiency While Working Remotely | 7.77% |
| Providing Services & Programs Remotely | 4.33% |
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