Blackbaud Inc. is a leading global provider of cloud software for social good organizations. It serves nonprofits, foundations, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and cultural institutions. The company is headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, USA, and operates in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
Blackbaud began as a small software company focused on fundraising tools for nonprofits. Over the decades, it expanded into a full suite of cloud-based solutions for the social good sector. Its growth has been driven by acquisitions, product innovation, and a strong focus on mission-driven organizations
Blackbaud is a publicly traded company, so it does not rely on venture capital funding. Its valuation is market-driven and was approximately $3.2 billion as of 2023
Blackbaud Altru is one of Blackbaud’s flagship products, designed specifically for arts and cultural organizations like museums, zoos, aquariums, and gardens.
Blackbaud has expanded its ecosystem through strategic acquisitions:
EVERFI (divested in 2025): Digital education platform
These acquisitions have enhanced Altru’s integration with broader fundraising, education, and CSR tools.
Recent updates to Altru include:
Blackbaud emphasizes:
Blackbaud Altru serves:
The Blackbaud Community provides forums, peer support, and shared resources. Users also benefit from Blackbaud University, webinars, and customer success programs
