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American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis Selects Blackbaud NetCommun
American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis Selects Blackbaud NetCommunity as Part of Broad Chapter Solution Integrated Offering from Blackbaud Includes Fundraising, Financial Management, Business Intelligence, and Program and Services Management
Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLKB), the leading provider of software and related services designed specifically for nonprofit organizations, announced today that the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis has selected the latest version of Blackbaud NetCommunity as a part of its chapter-wide technology solution.
"The American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis has been a leader among Red Cross chapters in using technological innovations to better meet our constituent's needs. We offer 15 training courses online, with enrollees from around the world. We were one of the first Red Cross chapters to help disaster victims rebuild their lives more quickly by issuing client assistance cards (stored-value cards that clients can use at any retailer that accepts MasterCard(R)). So naturally we welcome the opportunity to partner with Blackbaud on new initiatives to individualize and improve the effectiveness of our constituent interactions," said John B. Lyter, chief executive officer.
"The power of Blackbaud NetCommunity is that it will enable us to further engage our volunteers, clients, financial contributors, course participants and community partners online in the lifesaving work of the Red Cross, ultimately enriching and strengthening these crucial collaborations," said Lyter.
The American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis will rely on Blackbaud's online community solution to quickly build and manage Web site content, communicate efficiently with different types of constituents, and track and report on all Web-based interactions. Because the solution was developed to work seamlessly with The Raiser's Edge, which the organization has used since 1997, the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis will be able to mine the robust store of donor, volunteer and prospect information it has captured over the years to provide dynamic, individualized Web content.
An integrated chapter solution
The decision to use Blackbaud NetCommunity is the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis' latest move in adopting an integrated technology solution to manage six key areas:
Additionally, the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis will rely on The Information Edge, the first Business Intelligence tool designed specifically for nonprofit organizations, to combine high volumes of information collected throughout the organization and generate in depth reports and analysis that drives future success. Staff will turn to The Information Edge to get a complete view of each individual, incorporating both online and offline activity. With this information staff can fully see how each person interacts with the organization, better understanding who is assisting with each volunteer-driven effort and participating in fundraising campaigns.
"As a leader in providing direct relief services and training to the community, the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis must ensure that staff always have quick access to critical information about donors, volunteers and other stakeholders," said Robert J. Sywolski, chief executive officer of Blackbaud, Inc. "We are proud to collaborate on the implementation of a chapter-wide Blackbaud technology solution that will help them both streamline operations and target prospects for future growth."
About the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Thanks to the generosity of its volunteer and financial supporters, the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis reaches one in three households in Central Indiana each year by providing immediate relief to people affected by disasters and facilitating their long-term recovery; reducing the impact of disasters by planning for and educating the public about them; empowering people with lifesaving training in CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED), universal precautions and water safety; giving first aid care at community events; assisting people in accessing the human care services they need; easing the stress unique to military families by providing emergency communications and other support to members of the United States Armed Forces and their loved ones; and meeting special community needs through transportation services and programs for seniors and youth.
About Blackbaud, Inc.
Blackbaud is the leading global provider of software and related services designed specifically for nonprofit organizations. More than 12,500 organizations - including the American Red Cross, Bowdoin College, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, the Detroit Zoological Society, Episcopal High School, Help the Aged, the Mayo Foundation, the New York Philharmonic and United Way of America - use Blackbaud products and consulting services for fundraising, financial management, business intelligence and school administration. Blackbaud's solutions include The Raiser's Edge(R), The Financial Edge(TM), The Education Edge(TM), The Patron Edge(TM), Blackbaud NetCommunity(TM), The Information Edge(TM), WealthPoint(TM) and ProspectPoint(TM), as well as a wide range of consulting and educational services. Founded in 1981, Blackbaud is headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, and has operations in Toronto, Ontario, Glasgow, Scotland, and Sydney, Australia. For more information, visit www.blackbaud.com.
Blackbaud, the Blackbaud logo, The Raiser's Edge, The Financial Edge, The Education Edge, The Patron Edge, Blackbaud NetCommunity, The Information Edge, WealthPoint and ProspectPoint are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blackbaud, Inc.
Forward-looking statements
Except for historical information, all of the statements, expectations and assumptions contained in this news release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Although Blackbaud attempts to be accurate in making these forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based. In addition, other important factors that could cause results to differ materially include the following: risk associated with successful implementation of multiple integrated software products; lengthy sales and implementation cycles, particularly in larger organizations; uncertainty regarding increased business and renewals from existing customers; continued success in sales growth; adoption of our products and services by nonprofits; risks related to our dividend and stock repurchase program, including potential limitations on our ability to grow and the possibility that we might discontinue payment of dividends; risk associated with product concentration; economic conditions and seasonality; competition; risks associated with management of growth; risks associated with acquisitions; technological changes that make our products and services less competitive; the ability to attract and retain key personnel; and the other risk factors set forth from time to time in the SEC filings for Blackbaud, copies of which are available free of charge upon request from Blackbaud's investor relations department.
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Business Editors
CHARLESTON, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 14, 2005--
Blackbaud, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLKB), the leading provider of software and related services designed specifically for nonprofit organizations, announced today that the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis has selected the latest version of Blackbaud NetCommunity as a part of its chapter-wide technology solution.
"The American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis has been a leader among Red Cross chapters in using technological innovations to better meet our constituent's needs. We offer 15 training courses online, with enrollees from around the world. We were one of the first Red Cross chapters to help disaster victims rebuild their lives more quickly by issuing client assistance cards (stored-value cards that clients can use at any retailer that accepts MasterCard(R)). So naturally we welcome the opportunity to partner with Blackbaud on new initiatives to individualize and improve the effectiveness of our constituent interactions," said John B. Lyter, chief executive officer.
"The power of Blackbaud NetCommunity is that it will enable us to further engage our volunteers, clients, financial contributors, course participants and community partners online in the lifesaving work of the Red Cross, ultimately enriching and strengthening these crucial collaborations," said Lyter.
The American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis will rely on Blackbaud's online community solution to quickly build and manage Web site content, communicate efficiently with different types of constituents, and track and report on all Web-based interactions. Because the solution was developed to work seamlessly with The Raiser's Edge, which the organization has used since 1997, the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis will be able to mine the robust store of donor, volunteer and prospect information it has captured over the years to provide dynamic, individualized Web content.
An integrated chapter solution
The decision to use Blackbaud NetCommunity is the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis' latest move in adopting an integrated technology solution to manage six key areas:
| -- | Financial Development - The Raiser's Edge(R) |
| -- | Financial Management - The Financial Edge(TM) |
| -- | Internet/Content Management Application - Blackbaud NetCommunity(TM) |
| -- | Emergency Response Training (Health & Safety) - RE:Event(R), additional module for The Raiser's Edge(R) |
| -- | Volunteer Management - RE:Volunteer(R), additional module for The Raiser's Edge(R) |
| -- | Reporting and Business Intelligence - The Information Edge(TM) |
Additionally, the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis will rely on The Information Edge, the first Business Intelligence tool designed specifically for nonprofit organizations, to combine high volumes of information collected throughout the organization and generate in depth reports and analysis that drives future success. Staff will turn to The Information Edge to get a complete view of each individual, incorporating both online and offline activity. With this information staff can fully see how each person interacts with the organization, better understanding who is assisting with each volunteer-driven effort and participating in fundraising campaigns.
"As a leader in providing direct relief services and training to the community, the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis must ensure that staff always have quick access to critical information about donors, volunteers and other stakeholders," said Robert J. Sywolski, chief executive officer of Blackbaud, Inc. "We are proud to collaborate on the implementation of a chapter-wide Blackbaud technology solution that will help them both streamline operations and target prospects for future growth."
About the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Thanks to the generosity of its volunteer and financial supporters, the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis reaches one in three households in Central Indiana each year by providing immediate relief to people affected by disasters and facilitating their long-term recovery; reducing the impact of disasters by planning for and educating the public about them; empowering people with lifesaving training in CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED), universal precautions and water safety; giving first aid care at community events; assisting people in accessing the human care services they need; easing the stress unique to military families by providing emergency communications and other support to members of the United States Armed Forces and their loved ones; and meeting special community needs through transportation services and programs for seniors and youth.
About Blackbaud, Inc.
Blackbaud is the leading global provider of software and related services designed specifically for nonprofit organizations. More than 12,500 organizations - including the American Red Cross, Bowdoin College, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, the Detroit Zoological Society, Episcopal High School, Help the Aged, the Mayo Foundation, the New York Philharmonic and United Way of America - use Blackbaud products and consulting services for fundraising, financial management, business intelligence and school administration. Blackbaud's solutions include The Raiser's Edge(R), The Financial Edge(TM), The Education Edge(TM), The Patron Edge(TM), Blackbaud NetCommunity(TM), The Information Edge(TM), WealthPoint(TM) and ProspectPoint(TM), as well as a wide range of consulting and educational services. Founded in 1981, Blackbaud is headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, and has operations in Toronto, Ontario, Glasgow, Scotland, and Sydney, Australia. For more information, visit www.blackbaud.com.
Blackbaud, the Blackbaud logo, The Raiser's Edge, The Financial Edge, The Education Edge, The Patron Edge, Blackbaud NetCommunity, The Information Edge, WealthPoint and ProspectPoint are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blackbaud, Inc.
Forward-looking statements
Except for historical information, all of the statements, expectations and assumptions contained in this news release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Although Blackbaud attempts to be accurate in making these forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based. In addition, other important factors that could cause results to differ materially include the following: risk associated with successful implementation of multiple integrated software products; lengthy sales and implementation cycles, particularly in larger organizations; uncertainty regarding increased business and renewals from existing customers; continued success in sales growth; adoption of our products and services by nonprofits; risks related to our dividend and stock repurchase program, including potential limitations on our ability to grow and the possibility that we might discontinue payment of dividends; risk associated with product concentration; economic conditions and seasonality; competition; risks associated with management of growth; risks associated with acquisitions; technological changes that make our products and services less competitive; the ability to attract and retain key personnel; and the other risk factors set forth from time to time in the SEC filings for Blackbaud, copies of which are available free of charge upon request from Blackbaud's investor relations department.
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CONTACT: Integrated Corporate Relations, Inc. Megan McDonnell, 203-682-8200 mailto:mmcdonnell@icrinc.com or Blackbaud, Inc. Rachel Hutchisson, 843-216-6200 x3070 mailto:rachel.hutchisson@blackbaud.com or American Red Cross Indianapolis Dorsey Hart, 317-684-4349 mailto:dhart@redcross-indy.org
KEYWORD: SOUTH CAROLINA INDIANA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: MEDICAL BANKING SOFTWARE INTERNET E-COMMERCE MARKETING AGREEMENTS SOURCE: Blackbaud, Inc.
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