Giving USA 2026: Donor Trends, Economic Signals, and Fundraising Implications

What do the latest trends in philanthropy actually signal for nonprofit organizations in 2026 and beyond?

Join Josh Birkholz, Senior Fellow, Philanthropy Innovation and Giving USA Foundation board member, alongside Kate Nimety, EVP, Strategy, for a conversation that goes beyond the numbers and into the deeper shifts shaping charitable giving today.

Drawing from the Giving USA Annual Report on Philanthropy 2026, Josh and Kate will examine how donor behavior, economic conditions, wealth trends, and institutional trust are influencing the future of fundraising. As philanthropy becomes increasingly concentrated, strategic, and impact-oriented, organizations must rethink how they engage donors and position their mission in a changing marketplace of generosity.

This session will offer both data-informed analysis and practical application, helping nonprofit leaders translate national trends into meaningful fundraising strategies, stronger donor relationships, and more confident decision-making for the year ahead.