Speaking, Training, and Workshops

Thoughtful, insightful, encouraging

Whether it’s a conference session, full day workshop, or board and staff training, I design a customized program based on your audience. Participants leave inspired and courageous, ready to implement specific steps and with actionable strategies they can employ right away.

I combine the body of fundraising knowledge and coaching experience with the latest industry research, learning styles for adult professionals, active audience engagement, and participation. Whether it’s a full-day presentation or a 90-minute workshop, you’ll engage with the material and be invited to share your own relevant lived experiences and knowledge. Whenever possible, I use small group activities to encourage questions and in-depth exploration of topics.

To discuss availability, content, and cost, email me at: allison.bough@sparknonprofit.com

SAMPLE TOPICS

ABCs of Identifying Prospects

The A to Z of Thanking Donors

Asking for the Gift

Board Fundraising: The Building Blocks of Success

Board Members as Advocates, Ambassadors & Askers

Board Governance 101

Building a Coaching Culture at Your Organization

Coaching Your Staff for Higher Performance

Donor & Prospect Research on a Limited Budget

Essentials of Planned Giving (half day/full day)

How to Plan & Prepare for a Capital Campaign

I’m New Here: New Board Member Fundraising Training

Leadership Fundamentals for New Leaders

Overcoming Your Fundraising Fears

Philanthropy is a Team Sport: the Role of the Board

Planned Giving 101 (60-90 minutes)

The Right Mindset for Effective Fundraising (& Everything Else)

Rumbling with Big Questions: Strategic Planning (1 day/multi-day session)

Why People Give & the Cycle of Fundraising