The nonprofit landscape is shifting. Funding is more competitive, donor expectations are higher, and many organizations are stretched thin trying to maintain programs with limited staff and resources. If you’re heading into 2026 feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone — and you’re not failing. The organizations that will thrive in 2026 are not the ones hustling endlessly. They’re the ones that pivot toward focus and sustainability. Scaling back does not mean losing momentum —

Arianna Howell, licensed natural hairstylist and founder of The Haircare Project, is redefining what self-care means for those facing hardship. After experiencing her own struggles with job loss and self-esteem, she turned pain into purpose—creating a nonprofit that provides free haircare products, services, and education to individuals in need. Rooted in faith, community, and compassion, Arianna is helping others rediscover confidence from the inside out.

Digital access isn’t a luxury—it’s a lifeline. In this post, Jasmine Guest-Sanders shares insights from the 48in48 Women’s Build Event and explores why functional websites and tech tools are essential for nonprofit visibility, funding, and long-term impact.

Think grant writing is just about filling out forms? Think again. In this post, Jasmine Guest-Sanders of J Creative Consulting breaks down the three key things funders are actually looking for—clear impact, strong planning, and sustainability—and how you can show them you’re ready for investment.