BUILD OR RECHARGE YOUR MAJOR GIFT PROGRAM IN 1.5 DAYS
A VIP Intensive will supercharge your major gift program with 1.5 days of expert strategy, tailored just for you.
You don't need more advice.
You've read the books. Sat through the webinars. Maybe even hired a consultant or two. And you still walk into Monday morning without a clear plan for which donors to see, what to say, and how to actually move them toward a major gift.
Or maybe you've built a major gift program already, and something is off. The pipeline feels stale. The asks aren't landing. Your board is asking questions you don't have great answers to. You're not starting from zero. You just need a fresh set of eyes and a clear path forward.
Either way, you don't need another framework. You need a strategy built specifically for your nonprofit. Your donors. Your team. Your numbers.
That's what a VIP Intensive is for.
WHAT THE VIP INTENSIVE IS
A day and a half at my home in Bend, Oregon, with a small group of nonprofit leaders. The room is capped at 15 people on purpose. Small enough that I know every organization in the room and every leader gets real, direct attention. Big enough that you leave with a peer group of people who actually understand your world.
We spend the entire time deep inside your major gift program: your prospects, your pipeline, your team, your goals, and the asks you're sitting on. By the time you fly home, you have a strategy that's actually yours.
This isn't generic coaching. It's custom strategy work for each organization in the room.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring someone from my team?
Yes. Some of the best results come when the Executive Director and the lead fundraiser are both in the room. Each seat counts toward the 10-person cap, so reach out early if you want to bring a teammate.
How many spots are available?
15 total. Once they're booked, they're booked. I keep the group small so every organization gets the level of attention this work requires.
What if I'm not sure my organization is ready for major gifts?
That's exactly the kind of question we'll answer on our planning call. If a VIP Intensive isn't the right next step, I'll tell you, and we'll find the right one together.
What does the schedule look like?
Day 1 (August 20) is a full working day, 9am to 4pm with breaks. We dig into your data, your donor list, and your current strategy. Day 2 (August 21) is a half day, 9am to 1pm. We finalize the action plan and make sure you fly home with a usable strategy in hand.
How do I get to Bend?
Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) is a 20-minute drive from my home, with direct flights from many major US cities.
Where should I stay?
I'll send a short list of my favorite hotels and inns in Bend once you book. Most clients stay 10 to 15 minutes from my home.
Is there a follow-up?
Yes. We do a 30-day follow-up call to check progress, adjust the plan, and answer questions that come up once you're back home and implementing.
What if the August dates don't work for me?
Get on a planning call anyway. If a future Intensive is the right move, I'll let you know when the next one is on the calendar.
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