4 Event-Day Problems That Hurt Fundraising Results
Every organization planning in-person fundraising events—whether it’s a multi-route bike ride, a 5K run/walk, an elegant luncheon, or a high-profile [...]
From Curiosity to Confidence: A Practical, Human-Led Approach to Understanding AI Agent Success
At Blackbaud, our research helps connect what AI can do with what social impact professionals and the people they serve [...]
Online Donation Form Best Practices for Nonprofits
Your online donation form is where inspiration becomes action. Whether you’re feeding families, protecting wildlife, or funding research, this is [...]
Steering the Development Office from the Head of School Seat
I did not come to my headship as a fundraiser. Like most heads of school, I came up through teaching, [...]
Choosing the Right Donation Form for Your Campaign
When fundraisers think about campaign performance, they often focus on messaging, channels, or timing. The truth is that your donation [...]
The Hat Trick: Aligning Your School’s Three Revenue Teams
In sports, a “hat trick” is when a player scores three goals in a single game. The phrase dates back [...]
Fundraising for Education: Key Trends Shaping K–12 and Higher Ed
The Blackbaud Institute surveyed higher education and K–12 professionals twice in 2025 to gain insight into their fundraising performance, enrollment [...]
Try A/B Testing of Your Donation Form for the Optimal Giving Experience
An online donation form is one of the most powerful tools to support your fundraising efforts. Donors often prefer to [...]
2 Must-Know Metrics to Supercharge Your Donation Forms
In the competitive world of online fundraising, your donation form is your gateway to success. With countless nonprofits vying for [...]
Operating Reserves as a Key Indicator of Financial Health
Just as the gauges on a car’s dashboard provide crucial information about its performance and physical condition, operating reserves serve [...]
