Blackbaud Institute

Driving Research and Insight to Accelerate Philanthropic Impact

Blackbaud Institute Index 10th Anniversary

We are celebrating a decade of data-driven insights with the help of some of the most renowned industry experts. Join us for the free virtual fireside chats.

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Use the Free SDG Connector Tool

Match your organization's mission and strategy with the Sustainable Development Goals to align funding opportunities and maximize your impact. Try the SDG Connector today.

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2021 Charitable Giving Trends

One of the most credible sources on fundraising performance in the social good community, the 2021 Charitable Giving Report offers a look at how charitable giving performed last year, with best practices to boost your performance.

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Our Mission

The Blackbaud Institute brings together the best minds in philanthropy to develop and share leading-edge research and insight that accelerates the impact of the social good community.

Who We Are

We bring together leading innovators and experts from nonprofits, foundations, businesses, government entities, and academic institutions to foster diverse perspectives, collective thinking, and collaborative solutions to the greatest challenges in philanthropy.

What We Do

The Blackbaud Institute works with partners to convene experts, conduct research, and uncover strategic insight from the most comprehensive data set in the social good community, sharing it broadly—all in order to drive effective philanthropy at every stage, from fundraising to outcomes.

Hear From Our Leaders

Hear from our leaders about the value the Blackbaud Institute is bringing to the sector.

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Get Updates

Your time and inbox space are valuable. That’s why we created The Source—the Blackbaud Institute’s quarterly newsletter covering ongoing research initiatives and perspectives from around the sector. It’s only the best and most relevant information, so you can read what matters to you.

Contact Us

The Blackbaud Institute will rely on collaboration and dialogue across the philanthropic sector and beyond.

To connect about the Institute’s upcoming efforts, contact:
info@blackbaudinstitute.com

To learn more about our team and partners, visit our About Us page.