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RELATIONSHIP FUNDRAISING ACADEMY

Build donor relationships that fund your mission — consistently.

 

A 6‑month, cohort-based coaching experience for nonprofit leaders who want to turn hesitant fundraising into confident, repeatable 5 and 6‑figure gifts. 

Spots are limited; up to 3 participants per organization.

 

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Who This Is For

Executive Directors, Development Directors, and small-but-mighty teams who:

  • Want a clear, ethical, relationship-first approach to major gifts

  • Need accountability, coaching, and community to execute

  • Are ready to align board, staff, and systems around a culture of philanthropy

What You’ll Gain

  • Culture of Philanthropy: Establish and sustain a strong culture of philanthropy that transforms your organization from the inside out.

  • The Relationship Fundraising Method: Learn a practical 6‑step strategy to find and build lasting relationships with generous, passionate donors who consistently give 5‑figure gifts.

  • Donor Data That Works: Design a donor information management system inside your database to support a high‑touch relationship program.

  • Board Engagement That Matters: Define your board’s role in relationship fundraising so they dramatically improve your philanthropic bottom line without having to ask for money.

  • Master Your Message: Tell a compelling, donor-centered story about your mission and speak fluently in the two “donor languages” so your message resonates with both.

  • Your Custom Blueprint: Build a fundraising blueprint tailored to your capacity and staffing design—no copy‑paste plans.

  • Money Mindset & Mental Fitness: Understand your money story and build the right mindset so you’re confident asking for big gifts.

What You Get 

  • Lifetime Access to the RFA Curriculum
    Step‑by‑step video lessons, templates, and tools you can revisit anytime.

  • Live Weekly Group Coaching Calls (Tuesdays @ 2:30pm ET)
    Bring questions, get feedback, and leave with clear next steps.

  • Access to Mark Between Coaching Calls
    Asynchronous support for quick check‑ins and stuck points.

  • Private Community of Nonprofit Leaders
    Collaborate, share wins, and borrow what works.

  • Accountability & Support Partner
    Paired peer support to keep momentum.

  • Three (3) 1:1 Coaching Sessions
    Focused deep dives on your plan, your message, and your top donor conversations.

 

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How the Academy Works

  •  Assessment & Onboarding — Clarify goals, review current donors/systems, set success metrics.

  • Message & Mindset — Build donor‑resonant messaging and address money mindset barriers.

  • The Relationship Fundraising Method — Implement the 6‑step framework across your pipeline.

  • Board Alignment — Activate a non‑solicitation pathway for board members that drives results.

  • Systems & Tracking — Configure your database and weekly cadence to support consistency.

  • Coaching & Accountability — Weekly calls, community, and 1:1 sessions to keep you moving.

  • Sustain & Scale — Document your blueprint for repeatable, year‑over‑year growth.

ENROLLMENT & INVESTMENT

  • Tuition: $775/month per organization for 6 months.  $4,300 if paid up front (a $350 savings)

  • Seats: Includes up to 3 participants per organization

  • Already purchased the RFA Master Course? Ask about the alumni rate (currently $695/month).

The Academy is application‑based to ensure programatic fit.

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What People are Saying

(testimonials & case studies)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much time should we plan for each week?
Plan on 60 minutes for the live call plus 1–2 hours of focused implementation. Your pace may vary by week.

What if we can’t attend a live call?
All calls are recorded. You can submit questions in advance and get time‑stamped answers.

Is 1:1 support included?
Yes. You’ll receive three private coaching sessions during the 6‑month program.

Can more than 3 people participate from one organization?
Yes—additional seats available for a per‑person fee.  Ask on your assessment call.

When does the program start?
RFA runs on a rolling basis. Everyone will be working at their own paced based on when you start.

Do we need a specific database (CRM)?
No. We’ll help you apply the donor information system using your current tools.

Are there any additional tools we need? Though optional, it is highly recommended that your organization have access to a wealth screening tool.  One will be recommended as part of the program.

Ready to Build a Sustainable Major Gifts Engine?

Questions before you apply? Email [email protected]

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