What’s new with Gravyty: Celebrating you while building what’s next
While we don’t have any new features to unveil this month, it’s not because we’re taking a break. In fact, quite the opposite.
Our team is heads down, hard at work building the tools and enhancements you’ve told us matter most. Sometimes, no news is good news: it means we’re deep in development, refining features that will make your work smoother, smarter, and more impactful. We can’t wait to share what’s coming soon.
While we’re hard at work building what’s next, it felt like the perfect time to turn the spotlight on you. Customers like you are already doing incredible things with the tools in your hands, so this month, we’re sharing wins, ideas, and inspiration straight from the field.
Eller College of Management | AI-powered student support that scales
At the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management, the recruitment and admissions team faced a growing volume of student inquiries and not enough hours in the day to answer them all. Enter Ivy & Ocelot from Gravyty. By implementing AI-powered chat and virtual assistant technology, they were able to resolve 76% of inquiries automatically, giving staff back valuable time while delivering accurate, personalized responses to students around the clock.
The result? A more efficient process, a better student experience, and a team freed up to focus on high-impact, strategic outreach. Read the full story.
YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly | $2.5 million raised through the power of video
When disaster struck and flood damage threatened the future of its beloved campus, YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly needed to act fast. With Gratavid, they launched a video storytelling campaign that blended authenticity, urgency, and gratitude. Their team recorded and sent hundreds of personal video messages to donors, alumni, and supporters, creating powerful emotional connections that moved people to give.
The impact? Over $2.5 million raised, fueled by one-to-one engagement that made every donor feel seen and valued. Gratavid from Gravyty gave them the platform—but their story gave it purpose.
Learn more about how they did it.
Boston College High School | 49% revenue increase on giving day
Boston College High School (BC High) showed how small teams can drive big results with the right tools and a focused strategy. With Advance from Gravyty, BC High streamlined their giving day approach, consolidating their fundraising efforts into a single, focused day and leveraging smart segmentation, personalized outreach, and ambassador mobilization.
The results were remarkable:
- 49% increase in giving day revenue
- 43% rise in donor participation
- additional $41,500 unlocked in challenge funds
It’s a case study in how the right tech, paired with a clear strategy, can empower any team—no matter the size—to deliver big results.
Keep reading to hear how they achieved success.
The University of Colorado Boulder | 71% alumni engagement with a digital-first approach
Building a vibrant alumni community takes more than an annual newsletter or a few networking events. At CU Boulder, the team embraced a digital-first strategy with Graduway from Gravyty to create the Forever Buffs Network, a centralized hub where alumni could connect, mentor, share, and engage year-round. With tailored content, interactive features, and a focus on storytelling, they reached 71% alumni engagement on the platform.
Whether it’s career networking, campus updates, or simply rekindling old friendships, CU Boulder is showing what’s possible when you meet alumni where they are with tools that make staying connected feel effortless. Explore their success.
Building what’s next in engagement & fundraising
We might not have shiny new features to show off this month, but that’s only because we’re laser-focused on building what’s next and what matters most to you. In the meantime, seeing how you’re already putting our tools to work is what really inspires us.
From heartfelt videos to record-breaking giving days, these stories remind us that real impact doesn’t come from flashy features, it comes from passionate people using the right tools in smart ways (that’s you!).
We are honored and humbled to be building alongside you. Stay tuned, exciting things are on the way!
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