The Charity Journey 2026

Mark PetersenCharities

A brief overview to assist charities that wish to engage with Stronger Philanthropy and its clients in 2026.

Updating your charity survey results

Mark PetersenCharities

Last year we launched our Charity Survey. This form gathers information from charities so we can assess them for matches to our clients’ priorities. In 2025, 129 charities completed their charity survey. It’s provided us with a fascinating and helpful overview of the various types of charities – particularly as we review your financial statements. As time goes on, however, … Read More

Why having an audit is one of your charity’s most strategic decisions

Mark PetersenCharities

In our 2025 survey of nearly 100 Canadian charities to date, 77.6% reported having an external audit. That high prevalence isn’t just a tick in the governance box—it signals a sector-wide commitment to trust, accountability, and financial stewardship. And it’s something we value when we review your charity. Here’s why the majority of charities we analyzed chose to be audited … Read More

Charity survey opens for 2025

Mark PetersenCharities

Last year we piloted a charity survey which compiled key charity datapoints for major donors into a concise dashboard. Responses from 62 charities allowed us to better understand the daily realities of these organizations. In 2025, we’ve taken this survey and incorporated it into our new CRM, allowing it to be more seamlessly integrated into our systems. With your charity’s … Read More