The Future of Health & Human Services: A Tale of Two Worlds

When COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, it marked the beginning of a tumultuous time in which uncertainty and confusion reigned. However, one bright spot did appear – people were inspired to give back to the world around them, and many nonprofits saw goodwill increase.

Nonprofits that make the right investments in technology can further their mission in an increasingly digitalized world, and the industry knows this: 60% of nonprofit organizations accelerated investments in technology in 2021.

Hard-hit small businesses received more than $16 billion in much-needed COVID-19 relief through the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program. Many organizations that received this funding may not have experience with federal awards...

Nonprofit organizations have been navigating change in almost every aspect of their operations over the past two years, including shifting priorities, a new employment landscape, and changes in fundraising and hosting programs and events.

Like many organizations, colleges and universities’ worlds were flipped upside down when COVID-19 emerged in the spring of 2020. To maintain their mission of reshaping the future through educating future generations, colleges and universities had to reimagine their own...

2021 was undoubtedly a challenging year. Between drops in funding, canceled events and programs, the onset of the “Great Resignation” and other hurdles, nonprofit organizations had to reimagine operations and prioritize financial health to sustain mission-driven work. Now...

Nonprofits are not exempt from the current labor market shortages associated with the “Great Resignation.” The pandemic, social and political events, and the relentlessness of navigating both personal and professional priorities created a perfect storm.

Strong financial infrastructure is key for any nonprofit, and knowing when to change financial technology systems can be a challenging decision for organizations large and small. Leaders must look at financial infrastructure in terms of people, processes, and tools.