Major Gift Mastery
How to Identify, Cultivate, and Close 7-Figure Donations
March 13, 2026, at 12 PM ET
Major Gift Mastery
How to Identify, Cultivate, and Close 7-Figure Donations
March 13, 2026 at 12PM ET
Master the art and discipline of securing transformational gifts of $1 million or more by building the relationships, systems, and strategies that move major donors from prospect to partner. Learn the proven prospecting methods, cultivation timelines, and closing techniques that high-performing development teams use to turn donor capacity and inclination into life-changing generosity for your organization.
Your Hosts
• Ron Haas - CEO
• Rich Cummins – President
• Chad Sutton – Vice President of Business Development
What You’ll Learn
• How to identify and qualify seven-figure prospects using the right capacity and inclination indicators.
• The cultivation timelines and relationship-building strategies that consistently lead to transformational gifts.
• Proven solicitation frameworks that help you make the ask with confidence—and close at the highest levels.
• How to align your board, leadership, and development team around a major gift culture.
• Stewardship practices that turn one transformational gift into a lifetime of generosity.
• How to build a sustainable major gift pipeline that supports your organization's long-term vision.
Registration Information
Enter your details on the registration page and we’ll email the Zoom link and reminders. Can’t make it live? Register anyway and we’ll send the replay.
Who Should Attend?
• Development leaders and annual fund managers
• Executive directors and nonprofit CEOs
• Major gift officers who want a stronger feeder system
• Anyone responsible for unrestricted revenue growth
FAQs
Will there be a replay?
Yes. All registrants receive the recording and supporting resources.
Do I need a camera or microphone?
No. Participation is optional, and questions can be submitted via chat.
Is it really free?
Yes—completely free, with no upsell required.
Ron Haas
Ron brings decades of comprehensive experience in faith-based fundraising and organizational leadership to his consulting practice, with a diverse background that includes pastoral ministry, college administration as Vice President, foundation leadership, and extensive board service across educational institutions and ministry organizations. He specializes in fundraising education and training, regularly presenting at conferences and authoring practical resources including "Ask for a Fish" (outlining seven strategic steps for ministry fundraising), "Simply Share," and "Keep on Asking" (featuring 52 weekly devotionals for fundraising professionals). Ron's client portfolio spans the full spectrum of Christian organizations—universities, rescue missions, international ministries, and local churches—with consulting services that encompass strategic planning, annual fund development, board training, and major donor cultivation. His approach combines practical fundraising expertise with a deep understanding of ministry culture, helping organizations integrate fundraising naturally into their mission and ministry activities.
Rich Cummins
Rich Cummins brings over 25 years of nonprofit leadership and fundraising experience to his role as President of The Timothy Group, with a diverse background that includes university administration as Vice President, rescue mission fundraising, and global CEO leadership. As a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), he specializes in capital campaign management, major donor cultivation, and strategic guidance for faith-based organizations seeking to align their fundraising efforts with mission objectives. Rich is co-author of Emotional Intelligence in Christ, which explores leadership principles through a Christian perspective. He is married to Danielle, father of five children, and enjoys hiking, fitness, basketball, travel, and reading nonfiction literature.
Chad sutton
Chad is a seasoned nonprofit leader, development strategist, and former Executive Director of Stephen’s Children Foundation. With more than two decades of entrepreneurial and ministry experience, Chad brings a heart for impact and a mind for strategy to every organization he serves. His leadership has mobilized millions in charitable giving, built sustainable donor pipelines, and supported transformative work in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. Chad’s faith journey began at 18 when he met Jesus through Young Life in a McDonald’s in Washington—and that moment still fuels his passion for advancing Kingdom work through generosity and servant leadership.
Ron Haas
Ron brings decades of comprehensive experience in faith-based fundraising and organizational leadership to his consulting practice, with a diverse background that includes pastoral ministry, college administration as Vice President, foundation leadership, and extensive board service across educational institutions and ministry organizations. He specializes in fundraising education and training, regularly presenting at conferences and authoring practical resources including "Ask for a Fish" (outlining seven strategic steps for ministry fundraising), "Simply Share," and "Keep on Asking" (featuring 52 weekly devotionals for fundraising professionals). Ron's client portfolio spans the full spectrum of Christian organizations—universities, rescue missions, international ministries, and local churches—with consulting services that encompass strategic planning, annual fund development, board training, and major donor cultivation. His approach combines practical fundraising expertise with a deep understanding of ministry culture, helping organizations integrate fundraising naturally into their mission and ministry activities.
Rich Cummins
Rich Cummins brings over 25 years of nonprofit leadership and fundraising experience to his role as President of The Timothy Group, with a diverse background that includes university administration as Vice President, rescue mission fundraising, and global CEO leadership. As a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), he specializes in capital campaign management, major donor cultivation, and strategic guidance for faith-based organizations seeking to align their fundraising efforts with mission objectives. Rich is co-author of Emotional Intelligence in Christ, which explores leadership principles through a Christian perspective. He is married to Danielle, father of five children, and enjoys hiking, fitness, basketball, travel, and reading nonfiction literature.