Nonprofits constantly juggle shifting priorities, tough choices, and limited resources – challenges that are especially pressing right now as many are forced to make difficult trade-offs and navigate unknowns in real-time.

There’s no perfect roadmap for dealing with uncertainty, but testing and learning can help reduce risks and lead to more confident decisions:

• When Planned Parenthood faced the sudden overturning of Roe v. Wade, they had to move quickly—without knowing exactly what would work. By experimenting, staying flexible, and refining their approach, they found innovative ways to continue supporting communities despite major legal and operational challenges. Listen to their story here.
• When Covid disrupted JVS’s workforce development programmes, they avoided making big bets on untested solutions. Instead, they tested small changes, gathered feedback, and adapted in real time—ultimately landing on a more sustainable remote service model. Read their story here.

If you’re grappling with uncertainty, the Learning Roadmap & Tracker can help you test ideas, learn fast, and make informed choices by:

• Pinpointing key uncertainties affecting your strategy
• Trying small tests before making big moves
• Adapting with real-world insights, not assumptions

We hope this tool helps. Below, you’ll also find additional resources from the sector for navigating the current funding landscape.