In 2024, the Alberta Nonprofit Network hosted community conversations to understand the challenges and opportunities facing the nonprofit workforce. One idea that emerged was the interest in a pension plan for nonprofit sector employees.
New Report: “Pension Planning in the Non-profit Sector: Current Gaps and Future Dreams”
Based on VA’s nonprofit pension planning surveys conducted in June and July 2025, this report explores how nonprofit organizations and their employees are navigating pension plans, revealing common challenges, shared perspectives, and emerging opportunities.
A growing consensus is emerging across the sector: nonprofit retirement benefits need rethinking.
Both leaders and employees agree that existing retirement options are insufficient. There is strong interest in exploring more flexible, sustainable pension models that promote long-term stability and help attract and retain top talent. While many employees are ready to contribute to their retirement plans, leaders point to financial and administrative barriers, emphasizing the need for practical, sector-wide solutions.
In this report, you’ll discover:
- The key gaps in current nonprofit pension strategies
- What a more resilient financial future for nonprofit staff could look like
- Pathways for meaningful change
Explore the findings to see how nonprofits can strengthen retirement security for their teams, building a sector where every worker’s future is secure and sustainable.