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Blackbaud, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLKB) is a software company focused on powering social impact, and its news flow reflects that mission. The company regularly issues updates on product innovation, artificial intelligence capabilities, corporate social responsibility initiatives, financial performance and ecosystem programs that support nonprofits, educational institutions, corporations and individual change makers.
Investors and practitioners following BLKB news can expect announcements about new AI-powered features in solutions such as Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, Financial Edge NXT, Luminate Online, TeamRaiser, YourCause CSRconnect, YourCause GrantsConnect, Blackbaud Impact Edge and a range of K–12 education products. Recent communications have highlighted purpose-built AI tools, Agents for Good, Anthropic-powered fundraising connectors and intelligent workflows designed for fundraising, financial management, digital giving, grantmaking, CSR and education management.
Blackbaud also reports on its role as a convener in the social impact sector. News items cover events like bbcon, the K–12 User Conference and the North America Corporate Social Impact Summit, as well as the Social Good Startup Program and Blackbaud Institute research releases. These stories provide insight into how the company engages with customers, partners and startups, and how its philanthropic dataset informs sector-wide best practices.
For those tracking BLKB stock, the news stream includes quarterly earnings releases, capital allocation updates such as stock repurchase program changes, and Form 8-K references. Together, these articles offer a view into Blackbaud’s strategic priorities, product roadmap and ongoing investment in AI and data-driven tools for the global social impact community.
The Blackbaud Institute has launched the SDG Connector, a new tool designed to assist social good organizations in aligning their missions with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This open-source resource, developed in partnership with Candid and the Council on Foundations, allows nonprofits and grantmakers to clearly communicate their goals and measure progress. It employs established taxonomies to connect organizational activities to global SDG targets. This initiative aims to enhance collaboration and strategic philanthropy within the social good community.
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KCA Wealth Management has partnered with EVERFI to enhance financial literacy among students in Central Pennsylvania, donating $30,000 to support local schools. This initiative coincides with National Financial Literacy Month and aims to equip students with essential financial skills. The EVERFI curriculum includes various courses for different age groups, focusing on budgeting, entrepreneurship, and financial decision-making. Founder Brian Kennedy emphasizes the importance of teaching these skills early to foster sound financial habits. Interested parties can contact KCA for further information.
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Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) announced a new integration for its Merchant Services, allowing U.S. social good organizations to accept payments via PayPal and Venmo. This feature enhances donor experience by enabling a seamless checkout, with PayPal boasting over 426 million active accounts. Early adopters reported nearly 10% of donations came through PayPal. Blackbaud aims to expand fundraising options for its customers, ultimately helping them to better fulfill their missions. The integration will initially be available in the U.S. with plans for international rollout later.
PenFed Credit Union, in partnership with EVERFI, hosted a financial literacy event for over 2,200 students in Puerto Rico, focusing on 11th and 12th graders at Saint John's School. The event culminated in the 'Tu Dinero, Tu Sueño' program, aimed at enhancing financial education. PenFed's commitment includes providing access to essential financial knowledge at no cost and awarding scholarships totaling $1,250. This initiative is part of PenFed's broader strategy to invest in Puerto Rico's youth, with over $8 million allocated since Hurricane Maria's impact in 2017.
On March 10, 2022, Blackbaud announced a partnership with Change, a technology platform focused on donation processing, to enhance customer-facing giving experiences for corporate clients. This collaboration enables companies to conduct charitable campaigns at point of sale, match donations, and integrate giving options into loyalty programs. The partnership responds to the increasing demand for corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies, with a focus on facilitating donations, including in cryptocurrency, reflecting a shift towards digital philanthropy.
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has launched an online African American History course for high school students in select regions of Florida and Texas. The initiative aims to empower students through education, offering scholarships totaling $10,000 to winners and funding for their teachers. The contest is part of the C.H.E.E.R.S. to Diversity program, which promotes educational opportunities. Eligible students must complete EVERFI’s online curriculum. This effort reflects Southern Glazer's commitment to community engagement and education.
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) has announced its participation in two significant investor events in March 2022. The company's president and CEO, Mike Gianoni, will engage in one-on-one and group meetings hosted by Stifel on March 2, 2022. Following that, Steve Hufford, Director of Investor Relations, will hold one-on-one meetings at the Raymond James 43rd Annual Institutional Investor Conference in Orlando, Florida, on March 8-9, 2022. Additional details and company updates can be found on the Blackbaud investor website.
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) reported its Q4 and full-year 2021 financial results, highlighting a GAAP total revenue of $247.9 million for Q4, reflecting a 2.2% increase year-over-year. The company plans to achieve approximately 17% revenue growth in 2022, boosted by its acquisition of EVERFI, which is expected to significantly increase total revenue. Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share for Q4 were $0.75, down $0.10. Full-year GAAP revenue reached $927.7 million, up 1.6%. Blackbaud anticipates its 2022 revenue guidance will be between $1.075 billion and $1.095 billion.