Influence of Mobilizing Capability on the Financial Sustainability of Kenyan Non Profit Organizations
Keywords:
Dynamic capabilities, Financial sustainability, Non-profit organizations, Mobilizing capability, KenyaAbstract
Non‑profit organizations (NPOs) in Kenya continue to face persistent financial sustainability challenges due to declining donor funding and intensifying competition for limited grants. As the operating environment becomes more complex, the ability of NPOs to mobilize resources, coordinate stakeholders, and leverage relationships has become increasingly important. However, empirical evidence on how mobilizing capability contributes to financial sustainability within the Kenyan nonprofit sector remains limited. This study examined the influence of mobilizing capability on the financial sustainability of Kenyan NPOs. A descriptive correlational design and quantitative cross‑sectional survey were used to collect data from senior leaders of registered NPOs across multiple sectors. Stratified random sampling generated a sample of 323 organizations, and 233 valid responses were obtained through a structured online questionnaire. Ordinal logistic regression was used to assess the relationship between mobilizing capability and financial sustainability. The findings showed that mobilizing capability had a significant positive (ρ=.478, p< .001) correlation with financial sustainability. Organizations with low or moderate mobilizing capability were substantially less likely to achieve higher financial sustainability compared to those with strong mobilizing capability. These results suggest that the ability to share resources with partners, utilize networks, build strong relationships, and reallocate resources flexibly is essential for strengthening financial resilience. The study underscores the importance of developing mobilizing capability as a core organizational competency and highlights the need for supportive practices that enhance collaboration and resource mobilization within the nonprofit sector.
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