Thrive & Grow Series: Unlocking the Potential of the Fundraising Cycle, presented by Arvest
Are you ready to elevate your fundraising strategy?
Join our Thrive & Grow Series, a transformative three-part professional development series designed for professionals tasked with advancing their organization's philanthropic goals. Gain practical tools, actionable insights, and proven strategies to optimize every stage of the fundraising cycle.
Throughout the three-part series, participants will dive into the critical phases of fundraising: Identification & Qualification, Cultivation, Solicitation, and Stewardship.
Each session will provide interactive discussions, real-world applications, and take-home resources that can be implemented immediately—no matter the size of your nonprofit.
Led by Mary Mooney Burns, CNP, an experienced nonprofit leader with 30 years of experience in donor relations. Mary is the founder and CEO of both MMB Connect, LLC and the nonprofit program, OnBoard, KC. With decades of experience in nonprofit leadership and board development, Mary brings a wealth of expertise to help organizations enhance their fundraising efforts. Each session Mary will incorporate co-presenters or guest speakers to enhance the participant experience.
Session 3: Thrive with Gratitude
Radical Stewardship for Donor Loyalty
Stewardship is the cornerstone of donor retention. Learn how to go beyond traditional thank-you notes with radical gratitude practices that deepen relationships and inspire lifelong giving.
Key Topics:
- Creating personalized gratitude experiences that resonate.
- Innovative examples of radical stewardship that leave lasting impressions.
- How strategic stewardship supports donor retention and future campaign success.
- A detailed roadmap for impactful stewardship initiatives.
- Creative ideas to express gratitude and inspire recurring gifts.
- Insights on how effective stewardship builds lasting donor loyalty.
Why Attend?
- Gain actionable insights to enhance your fundraising impact.
- Engage with peers through interactive discussions and real-world scenarios.
- Leave each session equipped with tools you can implement right away.
Series Workshops and Dates:
Session 1: Thrive Through Connections - May 19, 2025
Session 2: Thrive in the Ask - August 25, 2025
Session 3: Thrive with Gratitude - November 10, 2025
Register for the entire series for $170 by May 16th!
Meet the presenter:
Mary Mooney Burns is a mission-driven leader and consultant with over 30 years of cross-sector experience in the nonprofit field. As the CEO and Founder of OnBoard KC, she leads efforts to connect engaged volunteers with purpose-driven nonprofit boards and offers strategic board consulting services that enhance board diversity, engagement, and effectiveness. Through her consulting company, MMB Connect, Mary also works closely with nonprofits to elevate their philanthropic impact by implementing a tailored donor-investor approach.
Before founding her own ventures, Mary served as Vice President of Advancement at Rockhurst University. Over her ten-year tenure, she led transformative initiatives, strengthened alumni and stakeholder relations, and successfully raised over $100 million to further the university's mission. Her extensive experience also includes leadership roles with the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, and the Park Hill School District.
Mary holds a BS in Communications and Nonprofit Leadership, as well as an Executive MBA certification in Advancement Leadership from Rockhurst University. She is a Certified Nonprofit Professional through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance and a BoardSource-certified consultant.
Mary and her husband Brian have three adult daughters and live in Kansas City, MO.
Cancellation/Program Policies: No refunds will be processed within 7 business days of the program date. No shows will be billed. Nonprofit Connect may take photographs, screenshots, or video recordings at public and virtual events, so we ask that you read our Privacy Policy for more information. Each registration is for one individual. We kindly ask that you do not circulate your webinar link with others who have not registered.
Date and Time
Monday Nov 10, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM CST
Location
The Children's Service Fund
2345 Grand, Suite 1450
KCMO 64108
Fees/Admission
$80- Member Rate (individual session) $120- Non-member rate (individual session)
*$170-Entire series (3) registration by May 16th! MEMBERS ONLY OFFER *
Contact Information
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