Donor Cultivation: Moving from Transactional Fundraising to Transformational Relationships (Virtual session)

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When

Thursday, June 25, 2026 9:00AM - 12:00PM

Where

Virtual

Event Registration

Ticket Type Price
Early Bird Member Rate (5/29/26)
$90
Early Bird Regular Rate (5/29/26)
$110
TNP Member Rate
$100
Regular Rate
$130
LACDAC Grantee (No Payment Due--Please Select Payment Method "Cash")
$130

Event Details

Donor Cultivation: Moving from Transactional Fundraising to Transformational Relationships (Virtual session)

Thursday, June 25th, 2026
9am - 12pm; Virtual

This is the a la cart session 3 of our Fund Development Certificate. By registering for this session you are not signing up for the entire certificate program.
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This interactive workshop equips nonprofit leaders with a strategic, confidence-based approach to donor cultivation. Participants will learn how to move beyond one-time asks and build meaningful, long-term donor relationships that increase retention, deepen engagement, and grow major gift potential. The session blends practical strategy with real-world conversation frameworks leaders can use immediately.

Key Learnings:

• Understanding the donor cultivation lifecycle

• Shifting from “asking for money” to inviting partnership

• How to structure effective donor meetings and follow-ups

• Building a cultivation calendar that increases consistency and confidence

• Turning small donors into long-term major supporters

• Avoiding common cultivation mistakes that stall donor growth

Trainer: Michael Clark, The Nonprofit PlugMichael Clark Headshot
Michael C. Clark is a nonprofit advisor and Director of Capacity Building at The Nonprofit Plug, where he helps mission-driven organizations strengthen governance, fundraising confidence, and long-term sustainability. He works closely with executive directors and boards to align mission, strategy, and revenue systems so organizations can grow without losing focus on impact. With over two decades of experience supporting startups, nonprofits, and corporate leaders, Michael specializes in board development, executive coaching, donor acquisition strategy, and leadership alignment. Since 2020, he has helped nonprofit and startup leaders secure funding ranging from five figures to multi-million-dollar investments. Known for his strategic clarity and direct, results-oriented approach, Michael equips leaders to elevate their narrative, strengthen internal systems, and build durable organizations positioned for sustainable growth and measurable community impact.


Cancellation policy: We require notice of cancellation at least 48 hours in advance of the class start time. No refunds will be provided for no-shows or late cancellations. LACDAC and First 5 (Region 4) grantees who register and do not attend will be invoiced directly for the full cost of the course. All registrants are encouraged to send an alternate if unable to attend.

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