About Avid
The story behind the system.
We didn’t set out to build another tool. We set out to fix what was slowing fundraisers down.
About us
Why we built Avid
We didn’t set out to build another tool.
You’re not doing it wrong.
Fundraising just wasn’t built for the way you actually work.
For years, fundraisers have been asked to do more with less—more channels, more campaigns, more expectations—while managing a patchwork of CRMs, emails, spreadsheets, reports, and donation tools that were never designed to work together.
The stack got bigger. The clarity didn’t.
You know what moves donors. You know what good strategy looks like. But somewhere between segmenting lists, pulling reports, and building yet another appeal from scratch, that strategy gets buried.
You don’t need another tool.
You need a system.
That’s why we built Avid—the first AI-powered Fundraising Operating System.
Avid connects your tools, turns your donor data into daily priorities, and helps you launch smarter campaigns automatically. It doesn’t just show you what’s happening—it shows you what to do next. And it helps you do it.
Whether you’re a solo fundraiser, a team of five, or an agency supporting dozens of clients, Avid is built to take the weight off your shoulders and help you raise more—with less manual effort.
Because fundraising shouldn’t feel like guesswork.
And it shouldn’t depend on spreadsheets, duct tape, or burnout.
It should feel clear. Coordinated. Connected.
That’s what the right system does.
Our values
We believe in
Connection Over Transactions
We believe donors aren’t numbers—they’re people. Our tools are designed to help fundraisers cultivate lasting relationships—by finding new donors, guiding them through meaningful engagement, and nurturing them into lifelong supporters.
What This Looks Like:
- Designing tools that humanize data and foster meaningful engagement.
- Helping nonprofits connect deeply with the people who care about their mission.
We believe in
Action Over Complexity
We prioritize clear communication, simple solutions, and actionable insights. Because fundraisers should never feel lost in their tools.
What This Looks Like:
- Providing insights that are easy to understand and act on.
- Simplifying data so nonprofits can focus on their mission, not their tools.
We believe in
Growth Over Status Quo
We refuse to settle—and we partner with organizations that do the same. Growth isn’t just what we enable for fundraisers; it’s what we expect of ourselves. We push boundaries, challenge assumptions, and continuously improve to create greater impact.
What This Looks Like:
- Providing proven solutions designed for fundraisers who actively work with real donors every day.
- Equipping both our team and our customers with the tools, insights, and mindset to drive real, meaningful change
- Challenging ourselves to evolve, innovate, and never default to “the way it’s always been done.”
We believe in
Empowerment Over Reliance
Avid equips fundraisers with on-demand tools, insights, and confidence to take charge of their work and make meaningful decisions when it matters most.
What This Looks Like:
- Helping fundraisers feel confident and in control of their data and strategies in real-time.
- Providing on-demand solutions that enable fundraisers to act decisively, independently, and without delay.
Michael L.
"I’ve never seen a data and reporting tool quite like Avid… The ability to pull data into a PowerPoint file will save our team hours of time preparing board reports—so we can focus on the mission."
Jennifer R.
"One of the most impressive aspects of Avid AI is its advanced machine learning… It continually refines processes, provides predictive analysis, and enables us to anticipate challenges before they happen.”
Rebecca T.
“Avid Pathways can change the way we approach digital fundraising… It provides insights and tools to optimize strategies, increase donor engagement, and raise more money to support our mission.”
Kelly E.
"The Avid dashboard is amazing. I love that you can customize it to focus on what matters most. The ‘what does it mean’ summaries make it easy to take action, and generating branded reports is a huge win!”
Our team
Who's building Avid
The Humans Behind the System
We’re fundraisers, strategists, technologists, and creatives—united by a belief that fundraising deserves better systems.
Some of us ran campaigns. Some of us built platforms. All of us know the feeling of duct-taping tools just to get through the day. That’s why we’re building Avid: not just to make things work, but to make things work better.
