The Sustainable Giving Workshop
September 10-12, 2025 | Hotel Murano | Tacoma, WA
The Sustainable Giving Workshop
September 10–12, 2025 | Tacoma, Washington
Part workshop. Part summit. Part retreat. ALL experience.
Join an intimate group of nonprofit fundraisers for a transformational 2.5-day experience designed to help you grow recurring giving and build sustainable revenue.
Set in the creative heart of Tacoma, Washington, just 30 minutes south of Seattle, this workshop blends insight-rich instruction with hands-on coaching, peer connection, creative exploration, and strategic planning — all in a setting designed to inspire.
You’ll leave with:
A clear, customized plan to grow sustainable giving at your organization
Practical frameworks and fresh insight from a nationally recognized leader in recurring giving
New connections with like-minded nonprofit professionals
A renewed sense of vision and energy for your work
Where We’ll Be
We’ll gather at the Hotel Murano — a boutique hotel where modern luxury meets artistic inspiration, featuring museum-worthy glass art and beautiful views of Mt. Rainier.
The Format
Expect a mix of teaching, group discussion, real-time collaboration, creative excursions, and unforgettable meals.
We kick off with a welcome reception Wednesday evening and wrap up by 3pm Friday, giving you time to catch an evening flight home or stick around to enjoy a long weekend in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
Daily Highlights Include:
Morning inspiration and strategic workshops
Group work and 1-on-1 coaching
Offsite experiences to fuel creativity and connection
Dinner experiences that nourish body and spirit
The full itinerary is included below.
Space is limited. This workshop is designed to be personal, practical, and powerful.
Super Early Bird Pricing Ends June 17
Meet Your Instructor
Dave Raley
Nonprofit strategist. Keynote speaker. Recurring giving expert. Trusted advisor to top charities.
Dave Raley is the founder of Imago Consulting, an advisory firm that helps organizations create growth through sustainable innovation. As a speaker and advisor, he has inspired thousands of nonprofit leaders to grow both personally and organizationally.
He’s the author of The Rise of Sustainable Giving: How the Subscription Economy is Transforming Recurring Giving, and What Nonprofits Can Do to Benefit.
Dave also writes a weekly innovation and leadership column called The Wave Report, and he’s the co-founder of the Purpose & Profit Podcast – a show about the ideas at the intersection of nonprofit causes and for-profit brands.
Dave has extensive experience in recurring revenue and subscriptions, non-profit and for-profit marketing and fundraising, and revenue growth models.
Dave helps organizations grow net income through sustainable innovation.
Event Details
Itinerary
Wednesday, September 10
7:00 PM Welcome Reception & Connection
Thursday, September 11
8:00 AM Breakfast & Networking
9:00 AM Instruction & Group Work
FOUNDATIONS: Uncover the core principles of sustainable giving and what makes it work across organizations and sectors.
12:00 PM Lunch Together
1:00 PM Instruction & Group Work
LEVERS FOR GROWTH: Identify high-impact strategies and behaviors that can accelerate your recurring giving program.
3:00 PM Offsite Excursion
7:00 PM Dinner
Friday, September 12
8:00 AM Breakfast & Discussion
9:00 AM Instruction & Group Work
YOUR PATH FORWARD: Apply key insights to your unique context and begin crafting your roadmap for growth.
12:00 PM Lunch Together
1:00 PM Instruction & Group Work
RIDING THE WAVE: Finalize your action plan, name your next steps, and prepare to lead sustainable giving forward.
3:00 PM The Sendoff
💡 What You Get + What It Costs
This workshop is more than an event — it’s an experience designed to move your mission forward. Over the course of 2.5 days, you’ll gain:
A customized action plan to grow recurring giving at your organization
Coaching and insight from one of the sector’s leading voices on sustainable fundraising
New tools, frameworks, and mental models you can apply immediately
Meaningful connections with other nonprofit leaders walking the same road
Time and space to think deeply and return refreshed — with renewed clarity and vision
Standard Workshop Price: $1,495
Includes all sessions, materials, curated meals, creative excursions, and networking experiences. (Travel and lodging not included)
🎟️ ADDITIONAL TEAM MEMBERS can be added during registration at an additional $200 off the current registration price.
🎟️ COMPANION TICKETS are available for $245 if you’d like to bring a “plus one” to join you for all social events only (dinners, activities, receptions, etc.).
🌟 Super Early Bird Rate: $1,095 (Expires June 17)
Register by June 17 and save $400 off the full workshop price.
REGISTER TODAY
Reserve Your Spot
Your investment in growing Sustainable Giving is
$1,495 $1,095 for Registration by June 17
Attendance is limited. Register today to lock in early bird pricing.