Trends in Education Philanthropy: Benchmarking 2025

Trends in Education Philanthropy: Benchmarking 2025 reveals new trends in how funders are approaching their work in light of today’s shifting political environment and rapidly evolving technological landscape. The report offers insights from the survey responses of a cross-section of U.S. education funders.

New data shows that in the face of change and uncertainty, most education philanthropies are maintaining steady support or even increasing funding as they work to meet the needs of today’s learners. Our 2025 benchmarking survey found that funders are increasingly directing resources toward early learning, literacy and holistic approaches that address the full needs of students and families. At the same time, they are prioritizing policy advocacy and pursuing strategies to shape public opinion.

In this critical year, education philanthropy is adapting with purpose. This ninth report in the series provides the data and insights to understand how.

Read the press release here.