XIII. Nonprofits Are Facing the Challenge of Finding Affordable Facilities and Office Space at Appropriate Sites





Almost 20% of organizations moved in the past five years. Of these, more than half reported that their space needs had increased and only 7% had reduced needs. Of the organ-izations that moved, 42% moved because the cost of space was too high, including 15% that lost their lease. The arts organizations were especially hard hit. More than 58% moved because the cost of space was too high, includ-ing 27% that lost their lease.

Another 20% indicated that they considered moving in the past two years, and 26% report-ed that they lacked adequate space but were unlikely to move. Overall, 50% felt that they had adequate space.