New charity surveys for February

Mark PetersenCharities

Happy Valentine’s Month! February was a strong month of engagement, with 13 new charity surveys received by Stronger Philanthropy. This mix reflects a healthy diversity of sectors—community services, faith-based initiatives, youth development, and social supports—along with a notable geographic spread from British Columbia to Ontario, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada. We now have 249 charities profiled for our clients. Organization City … Read More

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 profile

Mark PetersenCharities

Last year we launched the ability for charities to create their own Charity Profile. Registering with us using this form allows us to assess possible matches to our clients’ priorities. Among other detail, the form provides us with your current financial statements and your list of possible projects you’re seeking funding for. Use the arrival of your audited financials as … 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