Resources at the Speed of Need: The AI Imperative for Fundraising
The system that connects generosity to need is under strain. Recent benchmarks show the divide clearly: While 53% of organizations grew fundraising revenue last [...]
Building Trust in AI-Enabled Grantmaking: A Framework for Organizations
When used with clear ends and principles, AI has the power to become a true force multiplier for grantmakers looking [...]
Human-First AI: Why Your Smartest Agent Still Needs You
AI has moved quickly from emerging trend to operational reality across industries, including fundraising. While much of the talk around [...]
Understanding the Five Stages of AI Maturity
Most organizations I talk to are optimistic about AI’s impact on the sector, but they’re struggling to determine how AI [...]
The Future of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising—Insights from Marcie Maxwell
I recently sat down with Marcie Maxwell, CEO of the Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum, for our Connect for Success webinar series. [...]
Adopting AI Is a Change Management Challenge, Not a Technology One
Senior leaders across every sector are making similar declarations: “We’re going to adopt AI!” It sounds decisive and forward-looking—necessary, even. [...]
The Right Humans in the Loop: Why Fundraising AI Belongs Inside Your CRM
Fundraising teams are under more pressure than ever. Donor expectations are rising, portfolios are growing, and most fundraising teams are [...]
How Narrative AI Insights Help Fundraisers Act Faster
You already have the data. Your donation forms log every transaction, every abandon, every peak traffic window. Your dashboards are [...]
AI-Assisted, Human-Led: The Future of Higher Education Advancement
AI is rapidly removing friction from the day-to-day work of higher ed advancement—streamlining prospect research, prompting next steps, and keeping [...]
Blackbaud’s K–12 User Conference: Your Planning Guide
Blackbaud’s 2026 K–12 User Conference is July 15–17 in Boston! This dynamic event brings together private and independent school professionals [...]
