Everywhere we look, nonprofits are under strain. Critical funding sources are drying up, operational costs continue to rise, and the news cycle seems to deliver new crises every single week. But here's the good news: this challenging moment presents a tremendous opportunity for nonprofits to harness volunteerism and advocacy. People want to help. They're just looking for clear, meaningful ways to do so.

Diversity isn’t a trend. It’s not a corporate buzzword. And it’s definitely not something organizations should be pushing aside.  Diverse teams work better. They make smarter decisions, create stronger solutions, and outperform homogeneous teams in measurable ways. Study after study has proven it, yet there is a growing pullback on DEI efforts.

For nonprofit leaders, this time of year can feel especially draining. End-of-year fatigue is real and a common struggle.