The Economy’s Effect on Fundraisers

Organizations that rely on reimbursement for services from state and local governments experienced cash flow issues due to delays in payments, and many faced upcoming state budget cuts, even further hindering funding, the report finds. One area that went against the grain was food and nutrition organizations. For the most part, contributions largely kept pace with the increased demand — only 24 percent experienced a decline in donations, while 56 percent experienced a modest or substantial increase.