Resilience at Work: How Nonprofits Adapt to Disruption. How Funders Can Help.

Resilience is critical for surviving these turbulent times. Nonprofit organizational resilience is the ability to respond effectively to change and adapt successfully to new and unforeseen circumstances while staying true to mission. At their best, resilient nonprofits respond to disruptions as tipping points, rather than tragedies, finding new opportunities to learn, grow, evolve, and, ultimately, better serve their communities. So, what does it take for nonprofits to survive and even thrive amid shocks?

New research led by philanthropy consultant Diana Scearce points to seven crucial characteristics, and surfaces principles and practices for funders who seek to boost grantee resilience.

We invite you to read the full report.