The nature of philanthropy and volunteering has changed considerably. Nonprofits are a growing focus of involvement for young people and are increasingly sought-after by corporations for alliances. The sector is in ongoing transformation and its future can only be imagined. Nature of donor engagement continues to change. Challenges to the independence of the nonprofit sector, demands for accountability and questions about its value are anticipated to continue.
Civic engagement needs to be strengthened.
Despite a strong economy, some segments of the population are being left behind. Economic, technological and class divides are growing more extreme. Public distrust of institutions generally is high and rising. Current trends indicate an overall drop in civic engagement and loss of social capital in America. Our political process appears to be in crisis as voter turnout rates continue to decline and the influence of money becomes more pervasive.