Connection Cafe

JANUARY 6, 2021

As an organization that was created more than a decade ago to help corporations further engage their employees in social responsibility, YourCause, a Blackbaud solution, has preached the business case for CSR to companies for quite some time. CSR is a mindset that permeates an enterprise and infuses every aspect of its work.”.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

These stats were compiled by the team at Blackbaud, long-time stand-out providers of nonprofit technology. This has resulted in Blackbaud Fundraiser Performance Management (FPM), a CRM overlay that empowers major gifts officers to successfully manage relationships with prospects and raise gifts.

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Volunteer Hub

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

VolunteerHub integrates seamlessly with Raiser’s Edge and all other Blackbaud CRMs via direct integration. Note: Because VolunteerHub integrates directly with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge, data can also be accessed via Blackbaud’s web-view version, Raiser’s Edge NXT. What is Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT?

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sgEngage

MARCH 12, 2024

Do I have a sense of where they would like to direct their support? While we hope to convert every prospect into a major gift donor, the reality is that’s not possible,” said Chris Day, Principal Strategic Consultant at Blackbaud. MGOs just don’t know where to take the relationship once the prospect is qualified.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

” You’ll also hear exciting updates from Blackbaud executives and discover how we’re building software solutions to help your organizations maximize impact. Cara Giacomini—Vice President of Data, Research, and Technology at the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).

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Education Professional Virtual Guide 86

sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2024

Blackbaud’s introduction of a new optimized Online Giving donation form represents a leap forward, offering a donor-centric approach that prioritizes ease of use, mobile responsiveness, and trust-building elements. This also led to a 25% higher average gift amount. Month 6 Donors are invited to try out a fun, interactive online quiz.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

There have been 11 economic recessions in the US since 1948, each making its own impact on the philanthropic sector. In the recent report from the Blackbaud Institute, Philanthropy Through Recession: How Savvy Organizations Weather Uncertain Times , the data shows that the sector has remained relatively strong throughout.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

At the heart of fundraising are the supporters who believe in your cause and want to place their trust, and dollars, into your organization to make a change in the world. Stepping into 2023, organizations and their donors are likely going to navigate a recession together­–impacting giving and the philanthropic landscape. The good news?

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

We’ve got a mix of sessions for grantmaking, fund accounting, marketing & CRM professionals at community, independent, and family foundations of all types and sizes, and many of them will address the thought leadership and Blackbaud solution-specific topics you would expect to see and hear at this annual event.

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Foundation Virtual Professional Blackbaud 75

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

That way people are able to support the causes they care about, no matter what. But there are countless benefits to registering your nonprofit with RoundUp App , including: A custom RoundUp App registration page with your own logo, photo, and impact statement. Highlight the impact that RoundUps can make for your nonprofit.

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NetWits

MAY 25, 2011

Turning your everyday supporters into fundraising superstars isn’t easy. Supporters raise significant amounts of money and bring new donors to your organization. So, how can you help supporters become fundraising superstars? Contacting a vendor or customer is different from asking their neighbor for support.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Blackbaud Solutions Consultants Katie Turner and Katherine Liles will show you how much of Financial Edge NXT’s functionality can be completed with the push of a button. Improving Business Process with Process Maps : Is it really an improvement if you can’t measure the impact? Let the Machines Work so the People Can Think!:

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 12, 2020

Relationships are the foundation of fundraising. Growing authentic, long-term and mutually beneficial relationships with highly engaged supporters is proven to be the most effective and sustainable development strategy, regardless of market conditions. Data enables relationships. Focus on the Basics.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2023

For insights into what will make your organization standout and ring above the buzz, we’ve connected with members of our Blackbaud Champions community who shared tried and true practices that will maximize the success of your year-end fundraising campaigns. Fundraising is at its core, about building and deepening relationships with donors.

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sgEngage

APRIL 16, 2021

And how can you build and have a successful relationship with live streamers? Tune in to hear her talk to Roz Lemieux, director of Blackbaud Labs, about how nonprofits and other social good organizations can work with live streamers, also known as content creators, to raise money on live streaming platforms. Who is a content creator?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

At a foundational level we know our current physical health can drastically impact our desire and ability to engage. The question then becomes, how can we positively influence and further support wellbeing in the workplace through our employee engagement and philanthropy programs? The most natural place to start is with connection.

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sgEngage

JULY 15, 2023

Donor relation management is the process by which organizations organize donor data and maintain donor relationships to support a long-term donor infrastructure. Understanding the ebbs and flows of donor relations by tracking your organization’s interactions with donors and prospects is necessary to support long-term growth.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

According to Blackbaud’s Charitable Giving Report , some organizations receive more than 25% of their annual revenue from planned gifts, with these gifts increasing nearly 5% every year, even during times of widespread financial distress. Here are some key considerations for setting up a successful planned giving program.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Nonprofit organizations benefit from recurring donations because they provide consistent revenue streams and help organizations maintain long-term relationships with supporters. As a result, organizations can demonstrate growth and impact to donors while strengthening their commitment to the mission.

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Forum One

MAY 18, 2021

This is where a well-orchestrated omnichannel marketing strategy has the potential to have a significant and positive impact on your audience’s overall user experience as well as your organizational goals. Let’s look at 5 tips to help your mission-driven organization create real impact with omnichannel marketing.

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Neon CRM

MAY 9, 2023

With the right tools at their disposal, nonprofits can develop stronger, more impactful messaging, connect with their supporters, and eliminate many time-consuming tasks. A CRM gives you the tools you need to meet this very specific demand by enabling you to show that impact in every message.

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Software Management Donor Guide 52

Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

We asked some of our favorite nonprofit tech friends to share ideas for how organizations can use social media to build meaningful relationships with their supporters—donors, influencers and activists—and what that looks like on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. Don’t just ask them to help with providing some support materials.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 5, 2021

Whether it’s learning how to better engage supporters or improving results over previous years, standing up a successful campaign may seem overwhelming. Blackbaud’s GivingTuesday Toolkit. Quotes: “It’s important to connect a personal story about real people with your impact for GivingTuesday.”. “I

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

At the heart of fundraising are the supporters who believe in your cause and want to place their trust, and dollars, into your organization to make a change in the world. Stepping into 2023, organizations and their donors are likely going to navigate a recession together­–impacting giving and the philanthropic landscape. The good news?

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Gift Develop Measure Blackbaud 52

sgEngage

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

At Blackbaud, we believe this future – the future of the nonprofit sector – will be supported by Data Intelligence. . This helps make it possible for you to nurture fruitful, intentional relationships with your constituents. What is Data Intelligence? . How are Fundraising Organizations Using Data Intelligence? .

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sgEngage

AUGUST 3, 2021

The social good community continues to respond to the hardships and impacts of the pandemic and social justice issues. Companies are addressing social justice issues: The 2021 Porter Novelli Business and Social Justice Study brings attention to the transformation of the consumer-company and employee-company relationship from the last year.

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Disaster Social North America Companies 93

sgEngage

APRIL 18, 2023

This is why it’s important to keep an eye on the trends impacting the philanthropic industry, and incorporating the ideas that make sense for your organization. It should be to make an impact and support nonprofits that align with your mission.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 5, 2023

To improve the experience for volunteers, nonprofits should focus on providing a supportive environment, clear communication, flexible opportunities for involvement, and a chance for personal growth. This cultivates a community of dedicated supporters. Ongoing support. Effective communication improves experience.

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sgEngage

JUNE 30, 2023

Table of Contents The Impact of Nonprofit Marketing Types of Nonprofit Marketing Nonprofit Digital Marketing Breakdown What Challenges Do Nonprofit Marketers Face? Funding is the lifeblood of organizations so it is essential to have a strategy to consistently attract and retain supporters. billion emails in that year alone.

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DNL OmniMedia

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Your nonprofit’s constituent relationship management (CRM) software contains one of your organization’s greatest assets — your data. But, before we discuss these specifics, let’s first review the essential features of constituent relationship management for nonprofits. Overview of CRM for Nonprofits. What does a CRM do for nonprofits?

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Volunteer Hub

DECEMBER 30, 2020

The ultimate goal of your nonprofit should be to provide support/services to the community. Optimizing your volunteer program, and the software that supports it, can help your organization fill roles that provide critical support to the community. Check out these 7 tips for increasing impact.

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NetWits

MAY 19, 2011

Whether it’s your first fundraising event, or tenth, helping supporters be great peer-to-peer fundraisers is always on the mind of successful event fundraising organizations. Ensure staff support is personal and friendly, possibly even proving fundraisers with a direct person or people they can reach out to for fundraising support.

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sgEngage

JULY 28, 2023

As a tool for motivation and inspiration, a challenge gift is immensely beneficial for deepening the relationships the organization has with key sponsors and new donors, while also keeping cherished donors connected and involved. Providing enriching challenges for donors incentivizes giving beyond a nonprofit’s base of supporters.

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

Three Benefits of an Effective Grant Management System Three Challenges in Grant Management How Blackbaud Can Help Grant Lifecycle Before diving into an overview of how grant management works, it’s important to understand the general grantmaking process. Award Closeout The award closeout is the final stage of the grant management process.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

For example, let’s say you’re building a CRM to track relationships with your donors. Whether you decide to “hand over the keys” to an AI system or use it as an assistant to support the work you do, you have to trust the model. How does the prediction impact our strategy? What Is Trustworthy AI?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Among grantmakers, there tends to be a lot of focus on impact and outcomes, as well as metrics to measure impact. Our intention is to understand whether grants have had the impact we envisioned. A way that can be more fair, improve the institution of philanthropy, and deliver a shared and flexible understanding of impact.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 14, 2022

In this blog, we’ll talk about the importance of getting to know your audience and how you can use purpose-driven communications to build lasting relationships. Blackbaud Altru has powerful analytic tools that can help you better understand your organization’s audiences and you can your own create patron personas. Let’s dive in.

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