The Blackbaud Giving Fund
The Blackbaud Giving Fund is an independent 501(c)(3) public charity based in Charleston, South Carolina. It administers donor-advised funds and distributes charitable donations from individuals and corporations to vetted nonprofits in the United States and internationally.
The Blackbaud Giving Fund at a glance
In short: The Blackbaud Giving Fund gave $41.4M across 1,860 grants in 2024 (avg $22K), top state New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $41,357,772
- -90.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1,860
- -87.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $22,235
- -27.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $52,695,165
- +5.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (10% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to The Blackbaud Giving Fund
- Contact
Mailing address: 65 Fairchild St, Charleston Sc, SC 29492
Phone: (843) 654-2079
Website: https://blackbaudgivingfund.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Blackbaud Giving Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was American National Red Cross ($1.6M). Together the top 10 received $5.3M.
Organizations only. It also paid 2 grants to individuals ($29,350), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
35,201 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 30,480 grants of 35,201 (87%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The fund says it supports domestic and international charities. In its 2024 itemized grant data, the largest shares of grant dollars by recipient state went to New York (10%), California (9%), Massachusetts (8%), Illinois (7%), and Texas (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 1,860 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Blackbaud Giving Fund gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $716K (2020) to $559.7M (2022). In 2024 it made 1,860 grants totaling $41.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American National Red Cross Medford, MA | General Support | $1,564,005 |
| Alsac- Eft Depository Memphis, TN | General Support | $562,218 |
| United Way of Metro Chicago Chicago, IL | General Support | $548,212 |
| Together We Rise Brea, CA | General Support | $513,712 |
| American Cancer Society Inc Kennesaw, GA | General Support | $451,402 |
| Samaritans Purse Boone, NC | General Support | $330,100 |
| Greater Twin Cities United Way Minneapolis, MN | General Support | $326,066 |
| Equal Justice Works Washington, DC | General Support | $324,000 |
| Employees Community Fund of the Boeing Company Chicago, IL | General Support | $301,828 |
| P33 Chicago, IL | General Support | $300,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $52,695,165 | $561,434,919 | $556,612,304 | $41,357,772 | 1,860 | $1,372,376 |
| 2023 | $49,807,375 | $589,340,550 | $592,988,291 | $442,829,100 | 14,502 | $1,384,937 |
| 2022 | $59,767,822 | $661,948,030 | $686,183,851 | $559,682,306 | 17,276 | $567,138 |
| 2021 | $82,255,396 | $653,475,747 | $635,429,927 | $307,129,347 | 1,511 | $301,005 |
| 2020 | $60,408,789 | $300,666,803 | $268,353,553 | $715,590 | 52 | $162,481 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that its mission is to unleash generosity by connecting people to causes around the world. Its 2024 filing describes grants supporting education, human services for people who are distressed or underprivileged, scientific research, health, arts and humanities, religion, children and youth, wildlife and animal welfare, disease prevention, disaster relief, and international aid.
Examples of supported organizations illustrate the range of work represented among grantees. Together We Rise describes its work as improving the lives of foster children; the American Cancer Society says it works to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. The Nature Conservancy describes its mission as conserving lands and waters, while the International Rescue Committee says it responds to humanitarian crises and helps people affected by conflict and disaster.
For domestic grants, the fund says it limits grantmaking to organizations currently approved and in good standing with the IRS as 501(c)(3) public charities or private operating foundations. Its FAQ also lists eligible categories including churches, educational institutions, hospitals and medical research organizations, government entities, publicly supported charities, and certain supporting organizations. Grants must be used exclusively for charitable purposes.
Grantmaking
The fund makes grants from donor-advised funds through corporate giving and peer-to-peer charitable campaigns. Its filing says it assesses, combines, and distributes grants at the end of campaigns to vetted charities. It also says organizations are screened against sanctions lists and banking information is validated.
The 2024 filing narrative reports $552,588,421 in grants. Separately, the 2024 itemized-grant data lists 1,860 grants totaling $41,357,772, with a median grant of $10,000 and a range from $5,001 to $1,564,005. These are distinct reported figures; the available information does not reconcile them.
Among the itemized 2024 grants, the largest was $1,564,005 to the American National Red Cross, followed by $562,218 to ALSAC-EFT Depository, $548,212 to United Way of Metro Chicago, $513,712 to Together We Rise, and $451,402 to the American Cancer Society. Each was listed for general support. Other listed recipients included Samaritan’s Purse ($330,100), Equal Justice Works ($324,000), and the Nature Conservancy ($283,877), also for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Dan Aptor as chair; Tycely Williams as vice chair; Jeffrey Angerman, David Kimm, and Elizabeth Marენakos as directors; Matthew Nash as executive director; and Jennifer Studley as treasurer.
The Blackbaud Giving Fund is led by Matthew Nash, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 2 of 7 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Matthew Nash
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$138K (2020) → $350K (2024)
Dan Aptor
Chair
Director → Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Kimm
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Marenakos
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeffrey Angerman
Director
New on the 2024 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Studley
Treasurer
Secretary → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2021
8 hrs/week
$29K (2024)
Tycely Williams
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Jeff Angerman (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Rachel Hutchisson (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $350K, to Matthew Nash (Executive Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Blackbaud Giving Fund
How much does The Blackbaud Giving Fund give each year?
The Blackbaud Giving Fund gave $41.4M across 1,860 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $442.8M across 14,502 grants.
What is The Blackbaud Giving Fund's typical grant size?
The Blackbaud Giving Fund's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $22,235, across 1,860 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does The Blackbaud Giving Fund give grants?
The Blackbaud Giving Fund's top state is New York, with 10% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were California (9%) and Massachusetts (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (75 grants), Washington, DC (45 grants), Chicago, IL (42 grants) and Houston, TX (40 grants).
Does The Blackbaud Giving Fund give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Blackbaud Giving Fund's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1,860 of 1,860) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are The Blackbaud Giving Fund's largest grantees?
The Blackbaud Giving Fund's largest 2024 grantees include American National Red Cross ($1,564,005), Alsac- Eft Depository ($620,452 across 2 grants) and United Way of Metro Chicago ($548,212), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. It also paid 2 grants to individuals ($29,350), which are not listed by name. Together they received 7% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Blackbaud Giving Fund?
The Blackbaud Giving Fund reported $52.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $561.4M.
What does The Blackbaud Giving Fund fund?
The organization states that its mission is to unleash generosity by connecting people to causes around the world. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Blackbaud Giving Fund?
The Blackbaud Giving Fund has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check blackbaudgivingfund.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is The Blackbaud Giving Fund's EIN?
The Blackbaud Giving Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-0942102. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 8, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 22, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 28, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 4, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Blackbaud Giving Fund funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 7, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-blackbaud-giving-fund-morg_63c89455d9424687bbea591b08e671c3
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