The Blackbaud Giving Fund appoints new CEO and executive director

After six years in the nonprofit sector, The Blackbaud Giving Fund has reached more than $2.75 billion in nonprofit donations, with a new CEO and executive director taking the helm.

Catherine LaCour is stepping into the position effective immediately to oversee governance and regulatory compliance, and to retain its partnerships, according to a news release. LaCour previously retired as chief marketing officer for Blackbaud, a cloud-based software company.

“We are thrilled to see Catherine enter this role,” Dan Aptor, board chair, said in the release. “She brings a deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape, a strong commitment to nonprofit partners, and the strategic clarity needed to guide The Blackbaud Giving Fund into its next chapter. Her experience and values are a natural fit for our mission, and the board has full confidence in her ability to strengthen our impact for nonprofits, donors and corporate partners.”

LaCour succeeds Matt Nash, who spent five years in the role. LaCour brings 25 years of experience leading growth, engagement and innovation across public, private and nonprofit sectors.

LaCour will work with the fund’s board of directors and Blackbaud leadership to connect donors and nonprofits through technology.

“The Blackbaud Giving Fund exists to make giving faster, more transparent and more effective for nonprofits and the donors who support them,” LaCour said in the release. “By helping corporate employees move their gifts from intention to impact in days rather than weeks, and by reducing the friction and cost often associated with distribution, we’re strengthening trust in the entire giving process. I’m excited to lead the fund at a time when the work nonprofits are doing is even more critical, and as trust and transparency become even more important.”