We’re pleased to announce National Development Institute is hosting a nationwide Major Gifts Ramp-Up conference October 22-23, 2025 in Dallas, TX.
Over 19,000 nonprofit executives from across the U.S. have already attended a Major Gifts Ramp-Up Event. THEY LOVE THESE CONFERENCES (and so do their boards!) Why? Because this fast-paced and provocative training has been customized for the audience in attendance. Prepare to hear the truth in ways you’ve never experienced before. You’ll learn from the masters who defied convention and challenged the false thinking that keeps charities broke.
Major Gifts Ramp-Up is a Live In-Person (or Virtual) Financial Capacity-Building Conference that will challenge everything you believe about the raising of money.
National Development Institute is all about building nonprofit capacity! One of the distinct advantages you enjoy as a 501(c)3 organization is your ability to receive financial funding from donors, corporations & foundations who already care about the population you serve. Your mission is important and there are hundreds of thousands of philanthropic dollars available to underwrite the good work you and your team do every day. That’s why you’ll want to REGISTER NOW for an upcoming MAJOR GIFTS RAMP-UP EVENT
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Hear From Expert Fundraisers who have devoted their lives to the nonprofit sector
STEFANIE STARK
PRESIDENT, DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL
Meet fundraising expert Stefanie Stark, President of Development Systems International and a true fundraising visionary. Stefanie’s journey began with a deep passion for the arts, but after a life-changing accident, she found her calling in the nonprofit sector. With over 20 years of experience working with top NGOs like the United Nations Foundation and the San Diego Museum of Art, Stefanie has become a master at connecting donors with the causes they care about. As a founding member of NANOE and an expert in the Major Gifts Ramp-Up model, she has guided nonprofits to achieve financial sustainability and impactful growth. Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of the best in the field!
LOUIS FAWCETT
PRESIDENT, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NONPROFIT ORGANZATIONS & EXECUTIVES
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Louis Fawcett, President of NANOE. With over 20 years of leadership and fundraising expertise in nonprofit organizations, Louis has spearheaded multi-million dollar initiatives all over the world, raising millions for vital causes in Ethiopia, Haiti, China, the Caribbean and the U.S. A distinguished graduate with advanced degrees in theology, Louis’s work in international aid, education, and the arts is fueled by his unwavering passion for changing and saving lives. Be inspired by his journey and learn how impactful fundraising can make a difference in your community.
HALL POWELL
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT PRESIDENT, DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL
Discover the journey of Hall, a seasoned professional who has seamlessly blended business acumen with a passion for nonprofit success. From his early days at Powell & Company Insurance, where he mastered the art of relationship-building, to his impactful role at Johnson & Johnson, Hall's career has been defined by trust, quality, and effective marketing. After nine years in pastoral ministry, he transitioned to the nonprofit sector, where his fundraising expertise led to a $10 million capital campaign and the founding of the Amethyst Foundation. A key figure in establishing AFP chapters in Charlotte and Wilmington, NC, Hall's leadership and knowledge are unparalleled. Now, as Senior Vice-President of Development Systems International, Hall continues to help nonprofits achieve financial stability through the Major Gifts Ramp-Up model. Seize the opportunity to learn from a fundraising veteran with over 40 years of fundraising success!
JIMMY LAROSE
FOUNDER & ARCHITECT, MAJOR GIFTS RAMP-UP
Get ready to be inspired by Jimmy LaRose, a trailblazer in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership with a fundraising career spanning over 30 years. Known for his innovative approach that prioritizes donors over programs, Jimmy has impacted change-makers globally through his work with the U.S. State Department and numerous international organizations. His work as an entrepreneur, author, fundraiser, speaker has raised hundreds of millions of dollars around the world for people in need. His best-selling book RE-IMAGINING PHILANTHROPY has been named by BookAuthority as one of the 100 Best Philanthropy Books of All Time. Jimmy inspires leaders to rethink their approach to giving. Don’t miss this chance to be part of his movement that's transforming philanthropy.
