The Association of Charitable Foundations (ACF), the UK’s leading membership association for foundations and independent grant-makers, and Blackbaud, the leading provider of software for powering social impact, are excited to announce a new corporate partnership that will enhance the effectiveness and reach of charitable foundations across the UK.
ACF partners with select solutions providers and professional services firms to deliver deep sector insights and specialised technical expertise with its members. This partnership with Blackbaud is built on a shared commitment to enhance value for ACF members. Through collaboration, the partnership will offer access to cutting-edge insights, specialised knowledge, practical skills, and innovative products.
Carol Mack, ACF’s CEO said, “We are delighted to welcome Blackbaud to ACF as a new corporate partner. Blackbaud’s data solutions knowledge comes at a critical time when our members are navigating significant increases in demand for grant funding. Many are adapting their processes to manage much higher numbers of applications, whilst maintaining fairness and equity. Blackbaud’s expertise aligns perfectly with our commitment to empowering members with practical resources that help them rise to today’s and tomorrow’s challenges.”
“We are incredibly excited to become a corporate ACF Partner,” said Dan Keyworth, Vice President and Managing Director, Customer Success, Blackbaud. “As a leading social impact technology and grantmaking software provider, we’re committed to helping funders improve their grantmaking programmes and increase efficiency so that they can remain focused on having the biggest impact.”
Whether it’s enabling grantmakers to save time and resources, equipping them with tools to maximise their impact, or bringing new ideas and inspiration, ACF partners are carefully selected based on their proven expertise, exceptional track record and their ability to meet the needs of ACF’s members deliver their charitable missions. Learn more here.