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Nonprofit Data Blog

Insights, trends, and best practices for professionals working with the nonprofit sector.

Nonprofit organizations across the United States
Nonprofit Data

How Many Nonprofit Organizations Are in the US?

There are over 1.9 million registered nonprofits in the United States. See the full breakdown by state, type, sector, and growth trends with current data.

How to start a nonprofit organization
Startup Guide

How to Start a Nonprofit Organization in 2026

Step-by-step guide covering incorporation, 501(c)(3) filing, bylaws, board formation, fundraising, and the 7 mistakes that sink new nonprofits.

What is a 501(c)(3) organization
Nonprofit Basics

What Is a 501(c)(3)? Everything You Need to Know

Tax-exempt status explained: requirements, benefits, application process, and the difference between public charities and private foundations.

How do nonprofits make money
Nonprofit Finance

How Do Nonprofits Make Money? Revenue Sources Explained

Program fees, government grants, donations, earned income — the full breakdown of how US nonprofits actually fund their operations.

Nonprofit CEO salary data
Compensation Data

How Much Do Nonprofit CEOs Make? (2026 Salary Data)

From $60K to $1M+. Nonprofit CEO compensation broken down by organization size, sector, and region with IRS Form 990 data.

Nonprofit vs foundation differences
Nonprofit Basics

Nonprofit vs Foundation: What’s the Difference?

Public charities vs private foundations — funding, operations, IRS rules, and which structure fits which purpose.

Can a nonprofit make a profit
Nonprofit Finance

Can a Nonprofit Make a Profit? What the Law Says

Yes — and they should. How surplus revenue works, what UBIT is, why reserves matter, and what can get you in trouble.

How to find and verify nonprofits
Donor Guide

How to Find & Verify Nonprofit Organizations

Free tools, databases, red flags, and a due diligence checklist for donors, grantmakers, and researchers.

Largest nonprofit organizations in the United States
Nonprofit Data

What Are the Largest Nonprofit Organizations in the US?

The 15 biggest US nonprofits ranked by revenue — Feeding America, the Red Cross, Salvation Army, and more. Full data from IRS Form 990 filings.

How to write a nonprofit mission statement
Nonprofit Basics

How to Write a Nonprofit Mission Statement (With Examples)

Step-by-step guide with real examples from top US nonprofits, a fill-in-the-blank template, and 7 common mistakes to avoid.