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Subscribe2026 State of the Sector
State of the Sector
Each year, NYCON surveys nonprofit leaders across New York to assess the health, challenges, and outlook of the sector. The State of the Sector report provides insights into financial stability, workforce trends, government contracting, service demand, and policy priorities.
The 2026 report highlights the continued strain on nonprofit finances, increasing demand for services, and the urgent need for improvements in government contracting. These findings inform NYCON’s advocacy agenda and are shared directly with policymakers to ensure the nonprofit sector’s voice is heard.
View the 2025 State of the Sector Report (previous year - reference copy)
NYCON's Voice in Policy
NYCON brings the voice of New York's nonprofits directly to policymakers. CEO Megan Allen serves on the New York State Not-For-Profit Contracting Advisory Committee, and NYCON is a member of the National Council of Nonprofits, which leads legal actions on behalf of nonprofits and maintains an executive orders tracker.
Member Resources
All members receive regular legislative updates through Nonprofit Champion, a newsletter produced by National Council of Nonprofits. In addition, NYCON staff provide education on NYS lobbying requirements and share advocacy opportunities.
