Event Information

Asking the right person, for the right gift, at the right time takes careful consideration and planning. This requires meeting with givers and building relationships. This requires a system to track data and next steps.  

Whether you’re an experienced major gifts fundraiser or just getting started, this refreshed workshop will allow you to practice the planning skills you need to make major gifts a key component of your overall fundraising strategy.  

Gather together with peers in ministry for hands-on practice to:  

• Define for their organization what makes someone a major giver  
• Practice using components of a major gifts plan  
• Create specific plans for nurturing relationships with individuals and giving organizations. 
• Practice training others to use a plan 

This updated workshop is a complement to our other major gifts workshops and will benefit your entire team. Be sure to invite development staff, board members, and even key givers to participate. Major gifts are one of our most requested topics, so register for this workshop today! 

We encourage you and your team to take full advantage of our learning series by:  

• Attending the workshop 
• Watching the national webinar on February 15th, 11:00am Pacific Time - SAVE THE DATE!
• Joining any group coaching events 
• Schedule individual coaching appointment with your Area Director 

Presenters

Featuring - Scott Shaw

Area Director, CCCA, Mission Increase

Scott Shaw serves as the Area Director for Mission Increase Christian Camp and Conference Association (MI CCCA) providing training and coaching for Christian Camps across the country. He has been involved in camping and youth ministry for over 25 years. Scott served as a Youth Pastor in Northwest Arkansas and adjunct professor at John Brown University. Prior to his Mission Increase role, he served as the Summer Camp Coordinator, Director of Ministries, and Director of Development for New Life Ranch in NE Oklahoma. Scott holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Education from Northeastern State University, a Master of Arts in Ministry from John Brown University, and has his Certificate in Fundraising Management from Indiana University (Lilly Family School of Philanthropy).

Scott has a passion for all things camp. He even met his wife at camp. Scott resides in Arkansas with his beautiful wife Kristen, and his 3 kids Kate, Cooper, and Rylee.