2025 was a defining year for nonprofit organizations, marked by sweeping federal regulatory changes, historic funding disruptions, an unstable operating environment, and rapidly evolving state-level requirements. This December 15, 2025 Navigator News Update: Recap of Defining 2025 Nonprofit Developments brings you a comprehensive roundup of the most significant nonprofit news, federal actions, HR changes, IRS and financial developments, and state-level trends that shaped the sector during 2025. This recap highlights the regulatory shifts, compliance challenges, workforce trends, and financial pressures that defined the year—and the early indicators of what nonprofits should expect heading into 2026. This issue is designed to help you quickly understand the most important developments of 2025 so your organization can better prepare for the year ahead.
