2026 Fundraising Outlook: Trends, Opportunities & Challenges Shaping the Year Ahead
January 7, 2026 | 1:00 PM ET
As nonprofits step into 2026, understanding emerging trends and opportunities is essential for navigating the year ahead.
Nonprofits are entering 2026 with new pressures — and new possibilities. In this session, we’ll unpack insights from 1,273 nonprofit professionals who contributed to the 2026 Fundraising Outlook Report, revealing how organizations are adapting to funding gaps, reimagining supporter engagement, and leaning into event-driven strategies that drive meaningful results.
Join us for data-backed guidance and practical next steps you can put into action right away.
Key Takeaways:
- Where nonprofits are leaning in to shape fundraising success in 2026.
- How organizations plan to closing federal funding gaps.
- Insight into emerging trends, like ambassador fundraising and AI, that are redefining donor engagement.
Presented by:
Sarah Sebastian
Director, Corporate Communications & Events, OneCause
Steve Lausch
Director, Product Marketing, OneCause