Blackbaud (NASDAQ:BLKB) is a leading provider of software and services designed specifically for the global social good community. Its solutions support nonprofits, foundations, educational institutions, healthcare organizations and other purpose-driven entities in managing fundraising, financial operations, reporting and constituent engagement. By focusing exclusively on organizations with social missions, Blackbaud delivers tools that help clients optimize their operations, cultivate donor relationships and amplify impact.
The company’s flagship offerings include Raiser’s Edge NXT for fundraising and constituent relationship management, Financial Edge NXT for accounting and financial management, and Blackbaud CRM for enterprise-scale fundraising operations. Complementing these core systems are digital engagement tools such as NetCommunity, peer-to-peer fundraising platforms, grant management software and data analytics services. Together, these integrated solutions enable organizations to streamline workflows, gain actionable insights from their data and drive long-term sustainability.
Founded in 1981 by Anthony Bakker and headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Blackbaud has grown both organically and through strategic acquisitions to serve thousands of customers worldwide. The company maintains offices in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and other regions, providing local implementation expertise and ongoing customer support. Its global footprint underscores a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of mission-driven organizations across varying geographies and sectors.
Under the leadership of CEO Michael Gianoni and a seasoned executive team, Blackbaud continues to invest in product innovation, security and customer success. By maintaining close collaboration with nonprofit professionals, philanthropic advisors and industry experts, the company actively shapes its product roadmap to address evolving challenges in the social good sector and empower its clients to achieve greater impact.
