We can’t know where philanthropy is going if we don’t know where we’ve been. And while the entire sector is in a time of transition and uncertainty, our analysis of more than 1,100 private foundation clients points to private foundations serving as a stabilizing force—even amid evolving policies.
As the leading provider of philanthropic software and services, we’re pleased to share our latest findings, which serve as a valuable benchmark for private foundations and their professional teams. Explore our 2025 Report on Private Philanthropy and Key Findings.
ABOUT FOUNDATION SOURCE
Foundation Source is the leading provider of philanthropic software and services. A pioneer in philanthropic technology, Foundation Source is the partner of choice for integrated, enterprise-grade solutions spanning private foundations, donor-advised funds and planned giving programs. Its flexible suite of tools and resources include end-to-end administrative support for the most popular charitable vehicles, specialized compliance, tax, development and consulting capabilities, and deep domain expertise to help maximize impact, mitigate risk, and improve efficiency for all parts of the philanthropic ecosystem. Foundation Source works with donors, nonprofits, wealth advisors and financial institutions to launch, enhance or augment charitable initiatives with turnkey, white-label and outsourced offerings that meet a wide range of philanthropic objectives quickly, professionally, and compliantly.
As of December 31, 2025, Foundation Source supports more than 5,600 private foundations, 20,000 DAF accounts, and 1,700 nonprofits, administers more than $55 billion in charitable assets and facilitate more than 190,000 grants and planned gifts representing more than $4 billion in charitable aid annually.
