Blackbaud News : Internet Solutions

Blackbaud Sphere Grow Provides Nonprofits a Solution and Strategy for Online Success

Melanie Mathos — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:29:00 GMT

Charleston, S.C. (November 13, 2009) – Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLKB), the leading global provider of software and related services designed specifically for nonprofit organizations, today announced the release of Blackbaud Sphere Grow™. This new “Grow” version of the company’s popular web-based emarketing and event fundraising solution, Blackbaud Sphere, provides nonprofits an affordable turn-key solution with a guided implementation and ongoing consulting services.

“Blackbaud Sphere Grow is a complete online marketing and peer-to-peer fundraising solution that helps nonprofits desiring a greater online presence build engaging websites, create effective email campaigns, run peer fundraising events, and measure their success,” said Steve MacLaughlin, Blackbaud’s director of Internet solutions. “The Grow package was designed to guide nonprofits through their strategy – from launch to analysis – to ensure success.”

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Ready to take your website to the next level?

Melanie Mathos — Tue, 05 May 2009 13:38:00 GMT

Online donors are a key growth segment for nonprofit organizations. The average online donor gives more initially and has a higher lifetime value than a conventional donor. Therefore, the importance of online giving as a growing revenue stream and website visitors as a target market worth focusing on cannot be underestimated. To enrich current relationships, establish new relationships, and encourage all constituents to interact and give online, nonprofits must shift from offering a static, marketing-centric website to a dynamic, interactive, and constituent-centric website.

If you're ready to go beyond the basics, check out Allison Van Diest's latest white paper "Taking Five Website Staples to the Next Level."

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Blackbaud's Survey on Internet Investment Open through April 17

Melanie Mathos — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 15:38:00 GMT

Many nonprofits understand the importance of an online strategy but are unclear on how much to invest in online marketing and fundraising and what to expect in return. The results of this survey will help nonprofits better understand the critical question: What is the monetary value of being online?

To complete the survey you will need knowledge about your organization's investment in and income from online activities. The survey will take 5-15 minutes to finish, depending on your answers.

All completed responses will be entered into a drawing for one of three (3) $100 VISA gift cards and will receive a copy of the final report. Your responses will be kept confidential and will not be used for sales purposes. Take the survey here.

Press Release: National Nonprofits Select Blackbaud Sphere for Multi-Chapter Management

Melanie Mathos — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:36:00 GMT

Charleston, S.C. (March 11, 2009) - Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLKB) today announced enhancements to Blackbaud Sphere^TM that will further support the complex data needs of national nonprofits with multiple chapters. More than 85 multi-chapter organizations already use Blackbaud Sphere for their online fundraising, communication, event management, and advocacy needs.

"Blackbaud Sphere enables national nonprofits to manage and report on data in a way that aligns with their operational structures," said Rich LaBarbera, senior vice president of Blackbaud Internet Solutions. "The recent enhancements provide added flexibility for nonprofits to better manage and share data across chapters."

The solution now provides national nonprofits the flexibility to mirror their operations, whether centralized or decentralized, in a way that supports business operations and increases administrative efficiency. The multi-chapter management feature is currently being used by leading nonprofits including the Arthritis Foundation, Boy Scouts of America, and the Canadian Cancer Society BC and Yukon Division to better control and manage data.

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