86 Nonprofits Reveal Needs in Changing Funding Landscape

This summer, we reached out to the nonprofit community to learn how shifts in state and federal funding are affecting their work. Eighty-six organizations responded, offering valuable insight into the challenges they face and the opportunities ahead.

What We Learned

Demand is rising for basic needs, education, and health care, as reported by 36 nonprofits.
Funding gaps are widening, with 23 nonprofits relying on public funding for more than 60% of their budgets.
Stability is at risk, as more than half reported significant financial concerns.
Nonprofits need flexible, unrestricted funding, multi-year support, and collaboration to maximize impact.

How We’re Responding

In the coming months, we’ll share new opportunities to help redefine what generosity looks like in Wichita. We’re turning these insights into action by:

Encouraging donor-advised fund holders to give unrestrictedly.
Expanding flexible and multi-year funding.
Exploring an impact investment pool for scalable solutions.

What You Can Do

Here’s how you can take action and fuel meaningful change:

Give unrestricted gifts to the Wichita Foundation and nonprofits, empowering us to adapt quickly and meet emerging needs.
Stay engaged by learning alongside us and sharing insights.
Nonprofits can share input. Not every organization has completed the survey, and we want to keep listening. Organizations can reach out to info@wichitafoundation.org.

The Road Ahead

When opportunity and access grow, so do people. That’s how we help every Wichitan thrive, by elevating nonprofit voices and rethinking generosity to ensure everyone succeeds and belongs. A special thank you to our partners, including the Kansas Health Foundation and United Way of the Plains, for helping us make sure this survey reflects our community.

Contact our Team

Are you looking for personalized guidance on maximizing your charitable impact by supporting our nonprofit landscape? Email info@wichitafoundation.org or call 316.264.4880.