Revolutionizing Nonprofit Fundraising: Blackbaud Joins Forces with Anthropic

Blackbaud Partners with Anthropic on Revolutionary AI Solution for Nonprofits

In a groundbreaking move, Blackbaud, a leader in social impact technology, has announced a pioneering partnership with Anthropic, setting the stage for a new era of AI-driven fundraising tools tailored specifically for the nonprofit sector. This collaboration introduces the Claude for Nonprofits fundraising connector, which integrates into Blackbaud's existing technologies, particularly the Raiser’s Edge NXT® platform, allowing organizations to harness data-driven insights directly within their everyday workflows.

As a company built on over 40 years of nonprofit performance data, Blackbaud’s insights into donor behavior, giving patterns, and campaign outcomes create an unmatched intelligence layer that empowers mission-driven organizations to significantly enhance their impact. The Claude for Work connector, which is part of this initiative, offers Blackbaud customers unprecedented flexibility in accessing advanced AI capabilities seamlessly integrated into the platforms they already utilize.

Mike Gianoni, Blackbaud's President and CEO, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: "When Anthropic approached us, we were excited to align our goals of expanding Blackbaud AI. This collaboration enables us to offer even greater flexibility for our users and allows them to capitalize on our decades of gathered data. We're just getting started, with plans to extend this connector across our nonprofit, education, and corporate solutions."

On the other hand, Elizabeth Kelly, head of Beneficial Deployments at Anthropic, highlighted the potential of this partnership: "Combining Blackbaud's extensive data with Claude's secure insights will empower nonprofit professionals to strengthen relationships and unlock fresh opportunities. Together, we're simplifying access to essential intelligence right where professionals work, streamlining operations for greater mission impact."

This partnership not only supports improved fundraising practices but signifies a substantial shift in how organizations engage their supporters and optimize their campaigns. The evolution of Blackbaud’s offerings underlines its commitment to innovating social impact tools that reflect real donor behavior rather than relying on generalized consumer trends.

Moreover, the integration of Claude's advanced AI capabilities aligns with Blackbaud’s broader strategy to maximize the potential for social impact through technology. The introduction of Agents for Good™, a series of virtual team members embedded within the Blackbaud framework, represents a significant advancement in organizational efficiency and resource management. The Development Agent, the first of these virtual members, is currently in early access and promises to open new avenues for revenue generation while allowing nonprofits to focus on their core missions of relationship building and storytelling.

Blackbaud's dedication to accelerating social change through innovative software solutions continues to gain momentum. As the company outlines plans to expand its AI capabilities, the partnership with Anthropic is positioned as a critical step towards leveraging technology to transform human engagement in the nonprofit sector.

About Blackbaud

Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) stands at the forefront of software dedicated exclusively to driving social impact. With millions of users globally and substantial funds raised annually through its platforms, Blackbaud remains a trusted partner for nonprofits, educational institutions, corporations committed to social responsibility, and individual changemakers. Recognized for excellence by various reputable organizations, Blackbaud embodies a culture of innovation and social change, striving to enhance the effectiveness and reach of those working to create positive change in the world.