Major Gifts Fundraising Accelerator

Secure major donors to transform nonprofit fundraising

80% of donations typically come from just 20% of donors, making major gifts transformational for nonprofit revenue.

Our Major Gifts Accelerator is proven to help nonprofits harness this potential by providing the tools and strategies needed to engage, cultivate, and retain major donors effectively.

Join us to elevate nonprofits’ fundraising game and drive your mission forward with impactful, sustainable support.

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Full participation in Resilia’s Major Gifts Accelerator is applicable for 12 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

What’s a major gift?

Major gifts are donations from a single source that are an impactful amount for nonprofit organizations within a fiscal year.

There is no industry standard for how much money counts as a major gift. It simply depends on what dollar amount a nonprofit deems as impactful.

Our participant outcomes

86%

increased their prospect list size

57%

acquired new major gifts

83%

reported an increase in confidence

40%

more confident in their fundraising

What will we cover in this accelerator?

✪ Major gifts management cycle

✪ Fundraising frameworks

✪ Donor profiles

✪ Philanthropic landscape

✪ Data-driven donor identification

✪ Customized communications

✪ Building a culture of philanthropy

✪ Maintaining success

Testimonial

Camille G.

Cajun Navy Ground Force

Being gifted access to the entire Resilia platform is like being given a magical key that unlocks the deep mysteries behind fundraising!

Before we had Resilia, I would spend hours researching websites, articles, and pouring through books to understand the foundations of fundraising, major gifts, prospecting and everything in between. 

Participating in the Accelerator Program has connected me to so many amazing nonprofit organizations who are learning as well. 

I don’t feel so alone or lost anymore. Being able to work one on one with seasoned coaches has demystified the whole process. The processes that I am learning have helped me develop a plan for our organization to build out and structure our fundraising department.

It has made a world of difference to our growing organization.

What outcomes can nonprofits expect?

✪ Understanding their organization’s ideal donor profile

✪ Fostering long-term, sustainable relationships with major donors

✪ A roadmap for a major gifts program aligned to their mission and goals

✪ Boost fundraising revenue and achieve long-term sustainability

✪ Alignment across their team and board to improve donor engagement and fundraising

Learning that ensures success sticks!

Everyone learns a little differently, which is why we’ve created an accelerator that ensures a variation of learning methods that are comprehensive and engaging.

Over our 8-week accelerator, participants learn major gifts foundations, build upon them, and adapt to their organization’s specific fundraising needs, culminating into a major gifts playbook.

Live instructor-led weekly sessions

Live expert-led sessions that incorporates asynchronous learning curriculum, peer discussion, and practice activities to rapidly accelerate fundraising.

Interactive peer-supported learning

Learn alongside other nonprofit leaders tackling the same challenges. Our cohorted environment will accelerate fundraising and propel success.

Build confidence putting learnings to action

Overcome nerves and anxiety making fundraising asks with guidance from experts, getting hands-on practice, and having the support of nonprofit peers.

Who should enroll?

✪ Founders and leadership at nonprofit organizations

✪ Current fundraising and development staff looking to expand their skillsets

✪ Individuals interested in nonprofit careers

Recommended by 100% of past participants

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Now enrolling for the Major Gifts Accelerator Fall Cohort

Live Coaching Session Schedule

  • Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

  • Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

  • Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

  • Wednesday October 23, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

  • Wednesday, October 30, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

  • Wednesday, November 6, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

  • Wednesday November 13, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

  • Wednesday, November 20, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

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At a glance

$1,750

per organization*

  • Weekly 90-minute coaching sessions

  • Weekly learning modules, at your own pace

  • Cohorted learning experience (with your peers!)

  • Live practice sessions and breakout groups

  • Community space for anytime chat with your peers and get questions answered by your expert instructor

  • Earn CFRE Education Points from Resilia as a CFRE Continuing Education Approved Providers

  • Receive certification of completion from Resilia

*All content will be accessible for your organization with up to two (2) seats to register to attend live sessions.

Q&A

  • Participants will be signed up for an 8-week accelerator. You’ll need approximately 2-2.5 hours each week to participate in the 90 minute live coaching session and complete the asynchronous learnings.

    In order to ensure you see results, you need to be able to commit to fully participating throughout the entirety of the accelerator and attending all the live sessions.

  • Yes! Resilia Donations can accept one-time and recurring donations for organizations with a 501c3 status.

    Learn more about Resilia Donations here.

  • Not to worry! You will be able to access your account and the resources and assets from the accelerator after the accelerator has closed.

    All your assets and information will be associated to your organization's Resilia account.

  • Yes! You can sponsor a single nonprofit or a cohort of nonprofits.

    To sponsor a cohort, simply fill out our inquiry form here.

  • Yes! You can download our Request for Sponsorship template here.

  • Yes! You'll receive a certificate of completion from Resilia and full participation in Resilia's Major Gifts Accelerator is applicable for 12 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

  • Yes! This program is CFRE certified.

    Full participation in Resilia's Major Gifts Accelerator is applicable for 12 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.