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Blackbaud reports developments in social impact software for nonprofits, foundations, corporations, schools, higher education institutions, healthcare organizations and other mission-driven customers. Company news commonly covers AI-powered fundraising, fund accounting, award management, payments and billing, customer outcomes, product launches and partnerships across its social impact platform.
Recurring updates also include quarterly financial results, guidance, sector research from the Blackbaud Institute, education-market initiatives, and company events such as bbcon. Product and platform themes include Intelligence for Good, Agent for Good, the Development Agent, Raiser's Edge NXT and related tools designed for fundraising, donor engagement, financial management and social impact operations.
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) will report its first quarter 2022 financial results on May 3 after U.S. market close. A conference call will follow on May 4 at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results. As the leading cloud software company focused on social good, Blackbaud provides solutions for various sectors, including nonprofits and education. The company, based in Charleston, SC, has operated for over 40 years, offering a range of services that include fundraising, CRM, and financial management, tailored to the unique needs of its clients.
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) has appointed Sudip Datta as senior vice president and chief product officer. Reporting to executive vice president Kevin McDearis, Datta will oversee the company's global product portfolio. With 25 years of experience, including leadership roles at Broadcom and Oracle, Datta aims to enhance growth and innovation within Blackbaud's product strategy. His background emphasizes technology-driven transformation, which is expected to strengthen Blackbaud's mission to drive social good.
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Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) reports on how its customers have mobilized to provide humanitarian aid for Ukraine since the conflict began on February 24. Through Blackbaud's technology, nonprofits and individuals have raised over $55 million for Ukraine-related causes, with significant contributions from organizations like CARE and Direct Relief. Additionally, many Fortune 500 companies have utilized Blackbaud's CSR solutions to support relief efforts, resulting in almost $12 million raised through employee donations across 70 countries.
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.