Kinexus Group has reclaimed its place among the 2026 Best Nonprofits To Work For in the nation, having previously held the distinction for six consecutive years from 2017 through 2022. The Nonprofit Times has partnered with Workforce Research Group to identify nonprofit organizations that have excelled in creating quality workplaces for employees.
“We are incredibly excited and honored to be recognized again by The Nonprofit Times,” said Kinexus Group President and CEO, Todd Gustafson. “This honor reflects years of annual dedication and reflection by our team on how to create a best-in-class culture. Our annual staff survey results have been more than a benchmark- they've been a roadmap. The results guide us in strengthening what we do well while improving areas that need attention. They challenge us to keep raising the bar. We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to thrive and make meaningful difference with the people, businesses and communities we serve across Michigan. We know we need to be an employer of choice to attract and retain top talent. It’s a differentiator for us. This means we can solve the complex and rapidly changing challenges facing our communities. Talent attraction and retention is necessary to drive positive outcomes for the people, businesses, and communities we serve.”
This survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor the top 50 employers in the nonprofit industry, benefiting the industry's economy, workforce and businesses. Kinexus Group is ranked 35 among the leading nonprofits in the nation.
Nonprofits from across the United States entered the survey process created by Workforce Research Group to determine Best Nonprofits To Work For.
To be considered for this award, organizations were evaluated by the following criteria:
- Core Employee Experience
- Your Job
- Culture and Communications
- Relationship with Manager
- Training and Technology
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Leadership
- Employee Benefits
- Work Life Balance
A public announcement of the entire list and rankings of the annual Best Nonprofits To Work For was published by The Nonprofit Times on April 1, 2026. For more information, visit www.thenonprofittimes.com.
Kinexus Group is an organization that invests its time and resources into inspiring positive economic change one individual, one business, and one community at a time. For more information, visit www.Kinexus.org.
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Mary Morphey Chief Marketing Officer
- April 13, 2026
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