2026 Top Nonprofit Trends to Watch
Hosted by Julia C. Patrick, CEO and Founder of the American Nonprofit Academy
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 1 PM ET
Overview
Hosted by Julia C. Patrick, CEO and Founder of the American Nonprofit Academy, this free webinar addresses the top 10 nonprofit trends that will impact fundraisers in 2026. From demographic shifts in wealth transfer to the “Next Gen” labor market to the rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, Julia will break down the interconnected factors affecting nonprofit fundraising in the new year. Discover how these trends are redefining donor behavior, and get practical, data-informed strategies for facing those changes head-on.
Key Takeaways:
- The biggest demographic, tech, and cybersecurity trends affecting nonprofits in 2026
- Why these interrelated changes are happening—and how fundraisers can stay ahead of them
- New methods for meaningful donor engagement
- How to leverage technology for a stronger fundraising strategy, from the data in your nonprofit CRM to your digital fundraising communications
About the speaker
Julia C. Patrick, Founder and CEO of the American Nonprofit Academy, is a premier thought leader and champion for the nonprofit sector. With decades of experience as a nonprofit board member, volunteer, and multi-generational philanthropist, Julia is dedicated to empowering nonprofit organizations. She is the visionary behind The Nonprofit Show, the nation’s only daily live broadcast designed specifically for nonprofit professionals, as well as the author of Building Board Champions: Activating Impactful Nonprofit Board Members and co-author of The Architecture of Fundraising: Building A Career, Developing Relationships, Structuring Success.
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All registrants will receive a recording via email within one week of the webinar.