Research, analysis, and thought leadership that inform the nonprofit sector's digital transformation and capacity-building strategies.
A comprehensive overview of where the nonprofit sector stands on digital infrastructure, capacity, and strategic preparedness — and what it will take to close the gap.
This flagship report examines the digital maturity of nonprofit organizations across the United States, identifying key barriers, opportunities, and policy recommendations for advancing the sector's digital capabilities.
ForthcomingUpcoming publications from the Institute's research and analysis program.
Why the nonprofit sector must shift from tactical marketing spending to systemic digital capacity building — and how funders can support that transition.
How chronic underinvestment in nonprofit digital systems undermines community impact and what institutional solutions look like.
A structured assessment model for evaluating organizational digital readiness across five core dimensions of capacity.
Quantifying the organizational benefits of investing in modern digital infrastructure — from donor engagement to operational efficiency.
Making the case that nonprofit digital infrastructure should be treated as essential public-interest infrastructure, not a luxury.
Annual tracking of key digital capacity metrics across the nonprofit sector, identifying trends, gaps, and areas of progress.
Our research agenda is driven by the most pressing questions facing nonprofit digital transformation.
How nonprofits can modernize websites, CRM systems, and internal tools to support operations at scale.
Strategies for reaching and retaining stakeholders through multi-channel digital engagement.
The connection between digital capacity and revenue diversification, donor retention, and grant competitiveness.
How modern systems help nonprofits adapt to disruption, maintain continuity, and recover from crises.
Ensuring that underserved organizations have equal access to the digital tools and support they need.
Tracking outcomes, demonstrating impact, and using data to inform strategy and strengthen accountability.
Institutional frameworks, conflict-of-interest safeguards, and policy recommendations for the sector.
Proven approaches and replicable models from organizations leading the way in nonprofit digital advancement.