
Grantmaking: What’s Participation Got to Do with It?
In philanthropy, unlike democracy, there is often no way for people to participate–to share what they think or to influence [...]

4 Member Engagement Mistakes to Avoid
Member engagement initiatives ensure your association’s members continue to attend your events and engage with your activities. But getting your [...]

What’s the Real ROI of Your Nonprofit’s Capital Campaign?
When you invest in the stock market, you’re probably looking for a return on your investment, and you almost certainly [...]

6 Ways Grantmakers Can Embrace Transparency to Foster Stronger Relationships
Philanthropy has had a history of being notoriously opaque and inaccessible to organizations seeking funding. In my years as a [...]

Key Findings from the 2022 Blackbaud’s donorCentrics Sustainer Summit
The eighth annual Blackbaud’s donorCentrics™ Sustainer Summit brought together 36 of the nation’s large national fundraising organizations to share results [...]

4 Reasons to Focus on Donor Appreciation
Your nonprofit relies on the generosity of others to support its mission and further its cause. Without a concrete item [...]

6 Creative Data-Driven Ways to Fundraise During Nurses Week 2021
Nurses have stepped up in unprecedented ways to care for our communities. Your donors are ready to ensure nurses feel [...]

Taking Doctors’ Day Beyond the Direct Mail Appeal
Learn four ways for using online fundraising to encourage gratitude on Doctors' Day 2021.

2020 Round-up: The Top 5 Lessons for Canadian Nonprofits and Charities
A round-up of valuable lessons learned from Blackbaud Canada's 2020 thought leadership events for nonprofits and charities.

Stories of Resilience: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
As the global COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, social good organizations are working creatively to navigate the new landscape. In this series, the Blackbaud Institute shares stories of organizations that are focusing on resilience, weathering these many changes while still positioning themselves for future growth. For more insight including quarterly giving performance updates, visit the Blackbaud Institute Index.