On Tuesday, March 4th, the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia reached out to our 2025 discretionary grant applicants and sent them a Pulse Survey regarding federal funding impacts. Out of the 225 organizations that received the request, 120 completed the survey. Of those that responded, about 53 receive federal funding and 60 do not. For the organizations that DO receive federal funding, the range is 1% to 95% of their overall budget. The key takeaways we learned from those who receive federal funding are that:
- Some nonprofits are currently facing challenges with funding, leading to difficult decisions about staffing and program sustainability.
- While some nonprofits have not yet seen an impact, they are uncertain about future funding for the upcoming year.
- One organization has already had to lay off staff, and there is widespread concern that programs may be cut from next year’s budget.
- In response, nonprofits are developing contingency plans to manage potential impacts on staffing, programs, and clients.
- There is also a sense of fear among nonprofit clients, and organizations are closely monitoring updates while working to address client questions to the best of their ability.
The Community Foundation will be staying in touch with our newest grantees once they are selected by the middle of April about their continued challenges. If you would like to learn more, please This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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