Nonprofit leaders across Central Indiana now have access to a vital new tool: the 2025 Central Indiana Nonprofit Salary Report, published by Charitable Advisors and available free of charge.
This eighth edition of the survey compiles salary and benefits data for 26 nonprofit positions, offering organizations critical benchmarks to guide compensation decisions. With responses from 319 nonprofits—more than double the sample size of typical surveys—the report delivers a comprehensive view of the region’s nonprofit workforce.
First launched in 2010, the salary report was created to fill a longstanding gap: before then, no summary of nonprofit wages and benefits existed for Central Indiana. Today, the report is considered a cornerstone resource for boards and executives seeking to balance limited budgets with the need to recruit and retain qualified staff.
“We regularly hear about the value this information provides to nonprofits to benchmark pay rates for specific roles and to consider changes to benefit offerings,” said Bryan Orander, president of Charitable Advisors. “Our hope is that these survey results will help organizations of all sizes attract and keep the talent they need to achieve their missions.”
The 2025 edition highlights wage trends across service areas and budget sizes. For example, average salaries for executive directors range from about $67,000 at small nonprofits to more than $250,000 at the largest organizations. The report also examines benefits such as retirement contributions, additional paid time off, and professional development opportunities—factors increasingly important in today’s competitive talent market.
Beyond compensation figures, the survey provides guidance on applying results to organizational strategy. It encourages boards to consider long-term pay philosophies, monitor executive compensation, and evaluate non-financial benefits like flexible schedules and training.
This year’s report was made possible through the support of The National Bank of Indianapolis, NFP, Barnes Dennig, and Charitable Allies. Their sponsorship ensures that the report remains free to nonprofits across the region.
The full 2025 Central Indiana Nonprofit Salary Report is available for download at CharitableAdvisors.com under the Resources tab > Salary Survey.
