Feending vs Gravyty Alumni Engagement

Feending is alumni management software for universities, business schools and alumni associations, combining graduate records, communication, events, networking and engagement data. Its database holds profiles, segments and participation indicators, and messages can be targeted by graduation year, degree or interest. Event tools manage sign-ups and attendance for reunions and networking; AI recommends connections between alumni. The platform also supports mentoring, community spaces, email campaigns, engagement analytics, memberships and fee management. Listed connections include Stripe and Redsys for payments, HubSpot and Salesforce for CRM, Power BI, WordPress and LinkedIn profile import. A public API supports workflow automation, profile and user synchronization, registration and website access. Feending is available on web and through an API. Its Free plan is free and includes unlimited users, one administrator, a dashboard, database, posts and chat. Pro is €99 a month, billed annually at 130€/mes; Premium is €199 a month, billed annually at 285€/mes. The maker offers a tailored demo without commitment and says it replies in under 24 hours.

Gravyty Alumni Engagement is a web platform for higher education institutions and their alumni communities. It combines mentoring, networking, events, outreach and giving tools. Mentoring supports flash and formal programs with scheduling, communication and progress tracking. Searchable alumni directories and job opportunities help members build professional connections. Event tools cover in-person and virtual events, RSVPs, automated reminders and follow-ups. Institutions can send personalized email and video outreach through text and social channels. A secure branded portal lets alumni update information, register for events, give and stay connected, with donation pages included. Real-time dashboards and customizable reports help institutions track engagement and measure impact. Listed integrations include Raiser’s Edge NXT, Salesforce, Advance and Gratavid. Gravyty says it uses industry-standard encryption and is certified under Cyber Essentials; North American higher education customers can request a completed HECVAT. Pricing depends on institution size and needs, with personalized quotes available on request.