Nonprofit HR’s Blog

Nonprofits are the heartbeat of our communities, from providing essential services, advocating for equity, or driving innovation in education, healthcare and the arts, their work plays a vital role in shaping a better world.

On this National Nonprofit Day, we pause to say thank you. We celebrate your incredible work and impact. Your dedication, creativity and resilience make our communities stronger, more compassionate and more vibrant. For more than 25 years, Nonprofit HR, Powered by OneDigital, has been honored to partner with nonprofits, helping them strengthen their teams, enhance their impact and navigate the challenges of an ever-changing world. We’re proud to support these organizations as they grow, evolve and continue making a lasting difference.

The Economic Power of Nonprofits

The nonprofit sector is often seen as purely charitable, but it’s also a major economic force. Consider these facts:

• Over 12 million people are employed by nonprofits in the U.S.
• Nonprofits contribute more than $1 trillion to the national economy annually.
• Approximately 49% of Americans volunteered for a nonprofit last year, demonstrating the sector’s ability to mobilize community support.
• They represent one in ten jobs, spanning industries like healthcare, education and social services.

These numbers reflect a sector that’s not only purpose-driven but also foundational to the country’s workforce and economic health. 

Why Nonprofits Matter, Now More Than Ever

Nonprofits are uniquely positioned to respond to societal challenges with agility and compassion. They:

• Fill critical service gaps in underserved communities.
• Advocate for policy change and social justice.
• Provide education, healthcare, housing, and mental health support to millions.
• Protect and preserve the environment for future generations.
• Support the arts, culture, and creative expression.
• Foster community engagement, volunteerism and civic participation.
• Empower marginalized voices and amplify lived experiences.
• Expand access to lifelong learning and skills development.
• Drive innovation to address complex social, economic and environmental issues.
• Create safe spaces where people can connect, learn and grow.

In times of crisis, whether economic, environmental, or public health-related, nonprofits are often the first to respond and the last to leave. Their work is essential, and their impact is enduring.

How We Support Nonprofits

Since Nonprofit HR has joined OneDigital, we’ve strengthened our ability to serve mission-driven organizations. Together, we offer:

• Retained Search: Executive and professional recruitment for mission-driven organizations.
• HR Outsourcing: Comprehensive strategic and general outsourcing, augmented outsourcing, interim, and recruitment outsourcing.
• People & Organizational Strategy: Assessments, strategic solutions, learning & development, coaching, and advisory services.
• Total Rewards: Salary benchmarking, compensation program design, pay equity analysis, benefits assessment and design, and HR technology.
• Employee Benefits & Consulting: Solutions that meet the healthcare needs of organizations at all stages of their growth journey and provide customized plans from hire to retirement.
• Risk & Compliance Solutions: Managing the intricate landscape of risks, encompassing financial, regulatory, operational, and intangible assets.
• Retirement Planning & Administration: Enhancing retirement savings programs and seamlessly aligning plan provisions into broader workforce strategy, inclusive of employee communications, and regulatory elements.
• Wealth Management: Focusing on unique financial journeys and goals, simplifying complex financial life by integrating investments, insurance, taxes, and estate planning into a unified strategy.
• PEO, Managed Payroll & LOA: A unified platform to address critical operational and HR needs, ensuring compliance mitigating risks, optimizing benefits, and enhancing employee experiences.

Our goal is to empower nonprofits to focus on what matters most, their mission, while we support their people and operations.

Empowering Impact Through Strategic Support

Nonprofits are solving some of society’s most pressing challenges. By investing in their people, infrastructure and strategy, we help ensure they can continue doing what they do best: creating lasting impact. 

Learn more about more organizations that continue to champion the work of nonprofits:

• Independent Sector 
• National Council of Nonprofits 
• Council on Foundations
• Charity Navigator
• The Nonprofit Alliance
• Urban Institute

Your work matters, and is made possible by the people behind it. Contact our team today to get started with a custom solution to support your people and advance your mission.