Support for Both New and Existing Blackbaud Schools.
I help schools fully implement Blackbaud or improve systems that aren’t meeting expectations. My work includes hands-on configuration, cleanup, troubleshooting, and long-term planning. I identify inefficiencies and redundancies, enhance data integrity, and streamline workflows so your tools support your daily operations. I also support broader change management needs, including transitions, migrations, and training during periods of staffing turnover.
Blackbaud Services
Initial Engagement; Complimentary Consultation
The first step is to meet with the school to understand what their needs and goals are. This call is free of charge and an opportunity for the school to highlight priorities, pain points, and a vision for what they hope to accomplish through our partnership.
Blackbaud Systems Health Check
Included in this check is a full system audit. I’ll take the time to review its current use, data integrity, roles and permission settings, efficiency, and fluidity. Based on the assessment, I’ll offer a detailed report on my findings. This report will outline recommendations, alignment with best practices, and identify areas of opportunity to improve and further engage your community. The Health Check includes a 90-minute call with your team where we will discuss the results of the audit, and your team will have the opportunity to ask questions.
This full system health check is a flat $1800.
Per-diem Support Calls or Training
Schools can use this service to satisfy one-time or infrequent specific needs and receive direct support or training through a video call.
There is a 1-hour minimum purchase for $250. Each additional 15 minutes is $50.
On-site, Targeted Consulting or Training
This service provides on-site consulting or training for your administrative or leadership team(s). Each day includes 7 hours of on-site work. Not intended for Faculty or large group training (see below for large group training).
The rate is $1500 for the first day and $1000 for each additional day. Hotel, flight, and rental car to be billed at actual cost.
Faculty or Large-Group Training; Remote or On-site
Offering both virtual and in-person options, this training is intended for large groups on the use of BlackBaud.
Remote-training (video call)
$750 for a half-day (3 hours)
$1200 for a full day (6 hours)
On-site Faculty Training
The rate is $1750 for the first day and $1200 for each additional day. Hotel, flight, and rental car to be billed at actual cost.
I would love to meet with you to discuss the best path forward for your school.
Operational Support Beyond Blackbaud
In addition to Blackbaud support, I also help schools navigate transitions, refine workflows, and strengthen long-term operational systems.
EdMD Partners
“Working with Matthew has been a game-changer. He deeply understands the backend of Blackbaud and can take even the vaguest issue, clarify it better than I can articulate, and then fix it — usually within hours. He’s saved our team countless hours (and sometimes days) of troubleshooting.
What stands out most is his ability to bridge technical expertise with clear communication; he doesn’t just solve the problem, he helps you understand it. Matthew is dependable, easy to work with, and an absolute expert. I’d recommend him to any school looking for a consultant who can make complex systems work the way they’re supposed to.”
— Bill Selak, Director of Technology, Hillbrook School