The Florida Nonprofit Alliance conducts periodic surveys within Florida’s nonprofit sector to provide a real-time overview of the sector’s strengths and the challenges they face. The latest survey for 2023, which includes responses from over 1,700 nonprofits, reveals valuable insights while highlighting the challenges facing Florida’s nonprofit sector.

Below are some key highlights from the survey:

Positive Trends

• Increased Reach: Half of the surveyed nonprofits expect to serve more individuals in 2023 than in 2022.
• Improved Financial Security: Compared to 2019, 50% of nonprofits have larger budgets and have avoided funding decreases.
• Sustained Volunteer Support: Nonprofits continue to depend heavily on the contributions of dedicated volunteers.

Future Challenges

• Limited supply of Volunteers: Over 40% of NGOs report a need for more volunteers, and a third face difficulties recruiting new volunteers.
• Service Demand Outpaces Capacity: Nearly 30% report an increase in service demand, challenging their ability to keep up as costs rise and fundraising stagnates.
• Fundraising Struggles: A substantial 62% require additional funding, but have limited access to new donors or institutions.

Possibilities for Growth

• Expand Donor Base: Securing new donors and incrementing current contributions will allow nonprofits to stabilize their finances and meet rising service demands.
• Leverage Pro Bono Support: Experts in marketing, technology, and communications can play a key role by volunteering their skills.
• Encourage Flexible Giving: Unrestricted gifts give nonprofits the flexibility to address urgent needs effectively.

Call to Action: Supporting Florida Nonprofits

Florida’s nonprofits have two pressing needs: people and funding. Fortunately, its citizens have a strong tradition of giving:

• 68% of Floridians donate to charities.
• Over half of the population volunteers their time.
• 87% engage in informal philanthropy, such as providing direct support to individuals in need.

Why Nonprofits in Florida Could Consider CiviCRM and iXiam

In light of these challenges, implementing CiviCRM, under the guidance iXiam Global Solutions could offer NGO´s an optimal solution. 
Key Benefits of CiviCRM include:

• A way to successfully manage volunteers: Streamlines recruitment, scheduling, and tracking efforts.
• Strengthen donor engagement: Simplifies communications and fundraising campaigns.
• Increase cost-efficiency: Open-source functionality reduces expenses while offering robust features.

The 2023 Florida Nonprofit Alliance survey highlights critical needs in volunteer engagement and technological investment for nonprofits. iXiam Global Solutions specializes in empowering organizations like yours by harnessing the full potential of CiviCRM, with a focus on our robust Volunteer Management System. 

Learn more about how iXiam can help transform your organization!