A badge is a visual token of your achievements in the community.
The Blackbaud Community has two types of badges available: activity and authority. Earn activity badges by completing specific actions such as participating in discussions, connecting with other members, and answering poll questions. Authority badges are earned when you reach specific points levels, achieve Blackbaud University certifications, and attend conferences. Explore this page to find available badges and chart your path to greatness. Happy Badging!
Activity Badges
Earn these badges as you take action in the community.
Acknowledger Level 1
Mark 1-4 discussions as answered.
Acknowledger Level 2
Mark 5-9 discussions as answered.
Acknowledger Level 3
Mark 10-14 discussions as answered.
Acknowledger Level 4
Mark 15-19 discussions as answered.
Acknowledger Level 5
Mark 20+ discussions as answered.
Amplifier Level 1
Make 1-4 social shares
Amplifier Level 2
Make 5-9 social shares
Amplifier Level 3
Make 10-14 social shares
Amplifier Level 4
Make 15-19 social shares
Amplifier Level 5
Make 20+ social shares
Author Level 1
Write 1-4 blog posts
Author Level 2
Write 5+ blog posts
Connector Level 1
Send 1-4 connection requests
Connector Level 2
Send 5-9 connection requests
Connector Level 3
Send 10-14 connection requests
Connector Level 4
Send 15-19 connection requests
Connector Level 5
Send 20+ connection requests
Energizer Level 1
Comment on 1-4 blogs
Energizer Level 2
Comment on 5-9 blogs
Energizer Level 3
Comment on 10-14 blogs
Energizer Level 4
Comment on 15-19 blogs
Energizer Level 5
Comment on 20+ blogs
Facilitator Level 1
Reply to 1-10 discussion posts
Facilitator Level 2
Reply to 11-20 discussion posts
Facilitator Level 3
Reply to 21-30 discussion posts
Facilitator Level 4
Reply to 31-50 discussion posts
Facilitator Level 5
Reply to 51+ discussion posts
Host Level 1
Create 1 event
Host Level 2
Create 2+ events
Inquirer Level 1
Start 1-10 new discussions
Inquirer Level 2
Start 11-15 new discussions
Inquirer Level 3
Start 16-25 new discussions
Inquirer Level 4
Start 26-50 new discussions
Inquirer Level 5
Start 51+ new discussions
Participant
Update your profile picture
Penpal Level 1
Write on 1-9 walls.
Penpal Level 2
Write on 10-14 walls
Penpal Level 3
Write on 15-19 walls
Penpal Level 4
Write on 20-24 walls.
Penpal Level 5
Write on 25+ walls.
Pollster Level 1
Vote on 1-4 polls.
Pollster Level 2
Vote on 5-9 polls.
Pollster Level 3
Vote on 10-14 polls.
Pollster Level 4
Vote on 15-19 polls
Pollster Level 5
Vote on 20+ polls.
Praiser Level 1
Like 1-24 posts
Praiser Level 2
Like 25-49 posts
Praiser Level 3
Like 50-74 posts
Praiser Level 4
LIke 75-99 posts
Praiser Level 5
Like 100+ posts
Scout Level 1
Invite 1-4 people to join Community (And invitee has accepted)
Scout Level 2
Invite 5-9 people to join Community (And invitees have accepted)
Scout Level 3
Invite 10-19 people to join Community (And invitees have accepted)
Scout Level 4
Invite 20-24 people to join Community (And invitees have accepted)
Scout Level 5
Invite 25+ people to join Community (And invitees have accepted)
Socialite Level 1
RSVP Yes and attend 1-4 events
Socialite Level 2
RSVP Yes and attend 5-9 events
Socialite Level 3
RSVP Yes and attend 10-14 events
Socialite Level 4
RSVP Yes and attend 15-19 events
Socialite Level 5
RSVP Yes and attend 20+ events
Collaborator
This badge is our thank you for those who engage in the Community on a monthly basis. To earn the badge complete this month's activity in this post.
Spam Blocker
Successfully report a spammer or spam!
Community Blue Ninja
Member completed ninja training and is considered a community expert.
Community Yellow Ninja
Complete an established outline of steps within a 30 day timeframe.
Community Green Ninja
Achieve the highest rank of Ninja status. This badge is awarded by nomination process by the Community Managers and is based on time in community, actions taken to help others, and consistent and supportive engagement.
Authority Badges
Identify your area of expertise in the Community and in your product(s).
Community Icon
(150,001+ points) You have reached the peak. Take a deep breathe, relax, and revel in the work you've done to make the Blackbaud Community a helpful place for all of its members. Beyonce is totally fine with sharing the title of "Icon" with someone as terrific as you!
Community Hero
(100,001-150,000 points) You've earned enough points in Community to reach hero status! No radioactive spiders for you, you achieved this goal by being present, helpful, and an invaluable member of the Community.
Community Legend
(50,001-100,000 points) You are now the stuff of legends. King Arthur would bow to you in recognition of all of your hard work in this Community. Thank you for being a legend.
Community Leader
(20,001-50,000 points)What is cooler than riding a unicorn down a mountain into a bathtub of pizza? YOU! Look at you – already scaling the leaderboard, inspiring fellow community members, and so much more. Welcome to the elite, you certainly deserve it!
Community Visionary
(6,501-20,000 points) It takes a Community warrior with a heart full of perseverance, a strong will, and a desire to succeed to reach Visionary. It's the Community equivalent of climbing to the top of a mountain, riding a unicorn down the other side and straight into a bathtub full of pizza. Yes, it is THAT epic.
Community Expert
(2,001-6,500 points) We've done the math and you've taken a LOT of actions to get to 2,001 points. You've earned this expert badge! We see bbcon sessions in your future.
Community Strategist
(501-2,000 points) You are plowing through questions, chatting up a storm, and dare we say becoming a very popular Community member.
Community Novice
(200-500 points) You are learning the ropes. Keep climbing!
Community Rookie
Welcome to the Community! You’re not the only one who is just getting started, but don’t be a wallflower. Get out there and start learning, connecting, and engaging with your fellow members to move up to the next level.
bbcon 2023 Attendee
Blackbaud Staff Member
I am here to learn!
Blackbaud Champion
The best of the best!
Blackbaud Certified
Community Member has earned a Blackbaud Certification(s).
Blackbaud Pro Certified
Community Member has earned a Blackbaud Pro Certification(s).
Blackbaud Partner
When we work together, everyone wins!
