Stay far away, there are better tech companies in Charleston - Anonymous employee Blackbaud Employee Review

1.0
Mar 24, 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

-4 weeks of PTO -On site gym and cafeteria -Getting to support non-profit organizations and charities that are doing meaningful work. -Education reimbursement.

Cons

-Lower than average pay for the industry. -You may be hired for one job role (IT related) and then suddenly told you're getting demoted and will be taking customer service calls because of restructuring efforts (which at a glance of previous Glassdoor reviews, seems to happen every 6-12 months). -No transparency or communication at all from management. -Incredibly outdated and poorly coded software. -Management is out of touch and seem to consistently make poor business decisions. -Constant threat of layoffs.You'll be told that we need to do more to stay profitable and that margins are thin while simultaneously receiving communications from C-level management that we're breaking records with profit and stock value. There was an attempt to move many of the customer facing jobs to India/the Philippines, which failed miserably - but shows that they value profit over quality of service. -Honest feedback, even when constructive, is not valued and will be ignored. Worst case scenario, you'll have a meeting with managers that accuse you of being a rabble-rouser and threaten your job (when in reality, an employee that voices their concerns is an employee that cares about their company).

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5.0
Apr 12, 2026
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Pros

Blackbaud is an outstanding place to work. The remote-first culture is a big bonus, but the people and the mission really make it what it is. They are well resourced and put a lot of care into making their employees feel seen, valued and respected. The leadership teams make it a priority to have healthly discourse and ensure accountability from all team members. I love it here!

Cons

Long hours but it is worth it because it is a great place to work!

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Blackbaud Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and positive review. We’re glad to hear that the remote-first culture, the people, and the mission resonate so strongly with you, and that you feel seen, valued, and respected in your work. Creating an environment rooted in purpose, accountability, and healthy dialogue is central to how we aim to show up for one another. We appreciate your perspective on the pace and recognize that experiences can vary, but it’s meaningful to hear that the work feels worthwhile and fulfilling for you. Thank you for your kind words and for being part of what makes this a great place to work.
1.0
May 27, 2026
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Pros

Flexible remote work environment and good PTO

Cons

Extremely toxic sales culture here with boys club and clear favoritism. Sales director and VP are the reason for this as they are extremely unprofessional. Mass exodus is for a reason and unsure why HR is ignoring claims on sexism and favoritism with every female employee that seems to be leaving. No career growth or opportunities unless you are part of the boys club here as it is apparently and obvious. Ask the right questions before considering a job here. You are unable to be successful here with onboarding because of completely out of touch and delusional sales trainers. Seems like we are in a complete clown show here!

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Blackbaud Response
1w
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and perspective. We appreciate your recognition of the breadth of our product portfolio and the opportunities that can come from supporting a wide range of solutions and customers. We’re sorry to hear that your experience with management and organizational dynamics did not meet your expectations. We remain committed to fostering a culture where teams feel supported, work is meaningful, and people are connected through a shared purpose of driving social impact together.
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