In 2021, Blackbaud Pacific surveyed 134 organisations across Australia and New Zealand to explore how they had adapted and innovated throughout the many challenges brought on by the pandemic. The results outlined in 2021’s The Dynamics of Change report made for encouraging reading. In the face of significant obstacles, the vast majority of social good organisations had pivoted with an impressive agility, and experienced immediate benefits from embracing innovation. The report concluded optimistically, “We are confident that the nonprofit and social good sector is well positioned to thrive as organisations continue to adapt, grow, and innovate their way to success in an ever-changing world.” But what’s happened since? • Have…
Fundraising in 2030. Looking so far ahead may feel daunting. After all, in 2020, very few of us were able to look beyond even the next few weeks, let alone months or years. It’s fair to say 2020 turned the fundraising world upside down, forcing all of us to rethink. One thing we can all agree on is that the role of technology will be vital in the future. But how can charities make sure they’re on the front foot, and using tech to the greatest effect? A range of key industry leaders across Australia lent their thoughts to us – and the result is a thought-provoking view of their…
