Published February 3, 2026

Growth is exciting—but it also brings complexity. Whether you’re seeing a surge in membership, expanding your programs, or entering new partnerships, managing growth takes time, expertise, and a solid strategy. And it’s more than just a feeling — the nonprofit sector routinely reports that growth and increasing demand are stretching teams thin.

That’s where Mattison comes in.
We help associations scale their impact with confidence.

Growth Shouldn't Equal Burnout

Too many teams try to handle growth by working harder instead of smarter. That’s not sustainable — and the data shows it.

  • 95% of nonprofit leaders report burnout as a concern in their organizations [1][2].

  • Almost one-third of nonprofits struggle with retention and turnover, with a majority saying it’s getting harder to fill staff positions [3].

  • Over 60% of nonprofit workers experience a demanding workload ‘often’ or ‘always’ [4].

Burnout is so widespread that it directly impacts mission delivery, productivity, and staff retention — meaning teams burn out before your strategy can catch up [5].

That’s why we help you:

  • Prioritize goals and resources — helping you focus on what moves the needle

  • Introduce scalable systems and processes — because growth without infrastructure leads to breakdowns

  • Delegate wisely without losing control — so your leaders lead, not just manage chaos

  • Build infrastructure that grows with you — whether that’s processes, technology, or people

Whether you’re a startup association or a legacy nonprofit ready for its next chapter, we’ve got your back.

How We Support Sustainable Growth
  • Strategic planning: Define where you’re going and how you’ll get there
  • Staff support: Add capacity through our full-service team
  • Technology systems: Implement the tools you need to scale
  • Program expansion: Launch new offerings or chapters with ease

With our help, growth becomes an opportunity—not a headache. You’ve built something great. Now let’s take it further — without burning out your board or staff.

Learn How We Support Growth
Sources

  1. Council of Nonprofits. 2023 Nonprofit Workforce Survey Results. Available at: councilofnonprofits.org

  2. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. The Nonprofit Workforce Is in Crisis. Available at: johnsoncenter.org

  3. Social Current. Navigating Workforce Challenges: Trends and Solutions for the Social Sector. Available at: social-current.org

  4. Candid. Data Shows Why Frontline Nonprofit Workers Face Burnout and Turnover. Available at: candid.org

  5. GiveSmart. Nonprofit Burnout Statistics: Causes, Effects, and Solutions. Available at: givesmart.com