The world’s most exclusive mentorship and peer advisory mastermind for 6, 7, and 8 figure Fundraisers and Executive Directors
Membership is NOT for everyone. But if you qualify, you’ll join Mary Petersen behind the scenes to learn the exact systems, strategies, and secrets she used to close 9-figure gifts and raise hundreds of millions through major gifts, campaigns, and transformational philanthropy.
Building a 7 or 8 Figure Major Gift Program is Difficult… But You Don’t Have To Do It Alone.
If you’re like most EDs and fundraiser who come to Mary for mentoring…
You believe you can scale your fundraising efforts to 7 or 8 figures or more but you’re struggling to attract the donors you really want to work with…
You don’t have the people, systems or processes in place so your development program can run smoothly and efficiently…
The truth is, very few nonprofits will ever reach 7 figures a year or more in fundraising revenue without mentoring.
In fact, according to the National Council of Nonprofits, there are 1.3 million nonprofits in the US alone.. and only 8% generate 1 million a year or more in philanthropy.
Introducing Major Gift Momentum
The ONLY place to get Mary's help to systemize, scale, and sustain a major gifts program that funds your mission, fuels your vision, and frees you from the chaos that holds most fundraisers back. You'll learn how to avoid the painful (and expensive) mistakes that keep others stuck—while building the kind of fundraising practice that creates lasting impact and lets you sleep at night.
THIS IS FOR YOU IF...
You’re a driven fundraiser, development director, or nonprofit CEO ready to grow a sustainable, scalable major gifts program—without burning out or flying solo…
You’re already raising serious money—maybe $500K, $1M, even more—but you know you could add a zero (or two) with the right systems, strategy, and support…
You want to package your expertise into streamlined systems—qualification processes, donor journeys, ask strategies—so you can deepen impact and close transformational gifts…
You want to attract—and build real trust with—high-net-worth donors using proven tools for prospecting, meeting strategy, and long-term stewardship that actually work…
You’re ready to lead with confidence, focus on what really matters, and create a major gift engine that grows your revenue and gives you your life back.
How Major Gift Momentum Works
Monthly Workshops and Training Intensives with Mary LIVE on Zoom
Each month you’ll join Mary live on Zoom (from anywhere in the world!) for an intensive workshop designed to sharpen your fundraising skills, refine your donor strategies, and strengthen your major gift systems—so you can close bigger gifts faster and with greater ease.
Every session tackles timely and practical issues fundraisers face at all stages—whether you’re building your first major gift program or scaling to consistent 7- and 8-figure philanthropy.
Plus, you’ll get instant access to the full vault of 3+ years of past trainings and workshop recordings—your on-demand library of major gift strategies to revisit anytime you need them.
Monthly Momentum Advisory Coaching Calls with Mary (Q&A)
Each month, bring your most pressing fundraising challenges to our live advisory call—and get them answered in real time.
Watch as Mary breaks down the toughest issues in major gifts: prospecting, donor qualification, solicitation strategy, portfolio management, and leadership challenges that fundraisers face every day.
You’ll walk away with specific, actionable advice you can implement immediately—plus insights from the questions and breakthroughs of other fundraisers on the same journey.
24/7 Momentum Community (For That Just-In-Time Advice)
The Momentum Community is your go-to space for “just in time” advice to keep you moving forward. It’s a safe, supportive place for fundraisers to share strategies, celebrate big wins, and get answers to those urgent “I need to know right now” questions.
Mary and her team are active in the community daily, so you’ll get instant feedback, encouragement, and direction. As a Momentum member, you’ll always have priority access to Mary’s expertise—plus the collective wisdom of peers who truly get the world of major gifts.
Momentum on Demand
Imagine having Mary right in your office—giving you her very best strategy, script, or solution at the exact moment you need it. Day or night. That’s what you get inside Momentum On Demand.
Inside, you’ll find 100+ hours of real questions asked by fundraisers—and answered by Mary—recorded and organized so you can instantly access proven strategies for every stage of major gift fundraising.
From qualifying donors to crafting the perfect ask to stewarding 7- and 8-figure gifts, almost every question you could imagine is covered—and ready for you, exactly when you need it.
Meet Mary Petersen
Mary is a nationally recognized fundraising strategist, speaker, and coach—trusted by nonprofits of every size to unlock transformational 6-, 7-, and even 9-figure gifts.
She’s the host of the Hey Fundraiser podcast, where she discusses philanthropy, leadership, and nonprofit innovation. Her practical, results-driven approach has helped organizations raise hundreds of millions of dollars, launch record-breaking campaigns, and build donor relationships that last a lifetime.
Mary has been featured at nonprofit conferences, in publications, and at trainings across the country, and she’s known for making major gift fundraising feel less intimidating—and a whole lot more fun.
Over her career, Mary has built proven frameworks and systems that empower fundraisers to step into every donor conversation with confidence. Her methods aren’t theoretical—they’re based on closing real gifts, including a 9-figure donation that transformed an institution forever.
Today, Mary is the founder of Major Gift Momentum, the premier mentorship and peer advisory mastermind for fundraisers who want to scale their impact, deepen donor relationships, and consistently close transformational gifts.
Leading nonprofits, development directors, and executive leaders trust Mary to help them fund their missions, accelerate their growth, and become the confident major gift closers they were always meant to be.
FAQs
When Does the Program Start?
Once you’re accepted into Major Gift Momentum (through a personal interview with Mary Petersen), you’ll receive immediate access to the member portal.
Inside, you’ll find your onboarding video, recordings of past workshops and coaching calls, Momentum On Demand™, and the exact systems and frameworks Mary uses to qualify donors, close transformational gifts, and scale major gift programs.
You’ll also see the full calendar of upcoming workshops, coaching calls, and Momentum events—so you can plan ahead and fully participate in these game-changing experiences.
Who is Major Gift Momentum for?
Momentum is designed for fundraisers, development directors, and nonprofit CEOs who are actively raising—or ready to raise—major gifts ($25K–$1M+). Whether you’re building your first major gift program or scaling to consistent 7- and 8-figure philanthropy, this mastermind will meet you where you are.
Do I need to already be raising big gifts to qualify?
Not necessarily! You should have fundraising experience and a working portfolio of prospects/donors. Momentum is about helping you scale what’s already in motion, not starting from zero.
What’s included in my membership?
Each month you get:
-A live workshop with Mary Petersen (on Zoom)
-A live Q&A coaching call with Mary for personalized advice
-24/7 access to the Momentum Community for “just-in-time” support
-Momentum On Demand™—100+ hours of recorded trainings and past workshops
Will I get personal access to Mary?
Yes. Your connection with Mary begins with your initial interview and continues inside the 24/7 Momentum Community.
Here you’ll get “just-in-time” advice directly from Mary and fellow Momentum members. Mary is active daily in the community, offering feedback, encouragement, and strategy.
You’ll also interact with Mary on the live monthly coaching calls, where you can submit your most pressing questions and get detailed, practical mentoring.
What if I can’t make the live calls?
No problem! Every call and workshop is recorded and uploaded to the Momentum vault. You’ll never miss out—you can rewatch anytime.
How much time should I plan to commit?
Most members spend about 6–8 hours per month engaging live, plus time implementing strategies. The real transformation happens when you take action between calls.
What results can I expect?
Results vary, but members have reported landing first-ever 6-figure gifts within a few months, honing portfolios, and asking for major gifts with confidence. Momentum gives you the systems, strategies, and support to consistently close transformational gifts.
How is this different from other fundraising trainings?
This isn’t a one-off webinar or a stack of theory. Momentum is ongoing mentorship, peer support, and proven frameworks—taught by someone who’s closed a 9-figure gift and raised hundreds of millions. It’s about real action, not more fluff.
What if my nonprofit has a small budget?
Major Gift Momentum is about learning to raise transformational gifts—so the investment pays for itself many times over. If you’re serious about growing major gifts, this is for you.
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We don’t believe in “magic bullet” fundraising. We believe in building authentic relationships, serving donors well, and doing the hard work it takes to close transformational gifts. That’s exactly what Major Gift Momentum is designed to help you do. As required by law, we cannot and do not make any guarantees about your specific fundraising results. Every nonprofit is different, and your outcomes depend on your donors, your mission, your effort, and your follow-through. We’re here to equip you with the best strategies, systems, and support to help you move faster and with more confidence. But nothing on this page, in our trainings, or in our emails is a promise of specific fundraising results. Any numbers or gift examples we reference are simply illustrations or past results—not predictions of what you will raise. If you have questions, reach out to us anytime at [email protected].