Live Training & Events
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Upcoming DRG Events
Thu, Jan 23Webinar | $60Jan 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar | $60Jan 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar | $60Learn the tactics that make your emails stand out and drive donor engagement. This session will equip you with practical strategies to enhance your email performance, including crafting effective subject lines, compelling calls to action, email design, and more.
Tue, Jan 28WebinarJan 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar
Thu, Jan 30Webinar | $60Jan 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar | $60Jan 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar | $60Get a behind-the-scenes look at an email audit conducted for Cornell University’s donor relations team. This case study will walk you through the process, outcomes, and lessons learned, providing practical insights that can be applied to your email campaigns.
Thu, Feb 06Webinar | $60Feb 06, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar | $60Feb 06, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar | $60In the final session of this series, we’ll review emails submitted by participants and provide feedback. This interactive session will also recap key lessons from the series, helping you refine your approach and leave with actionable insights to apply immediately.
Tue, Feb 11WebinarFeb 11, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar
Tue, Feb 25WebinarFeb 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ESTWebinar
Tue, Mar 11WebinarMar 11, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Tue, Mar 18WebinarMar 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Tue, Apr 08WebinarApr 08, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Tue, Apr 22WebinarApr 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Tue, May 13WebinarMay 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Tue, May 27WebinarMay 27, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Tue, Jun 10WebinarJun 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Tue, Jun 17WebinarJun 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Tue, Jul 08WebinarJul 08, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinarJul 08, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinarLearn to adapt donor acknowledgment and stewardship strategies during organizational change. We'll discuss how to assess shifts, understand their impact on donors and your team, and implement responsive adjustments to maintain alignment with new priorities.
Tue, Jul 22WebinarJul 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinarJul 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinarLearn to adapt donor recognition and engagement strategies in response to organizational change. We'll teach you how to evaluate shifts, analyze their impact on donors and your team, and implement strategic adjustments to stay aligned with evolving priorities.
Tue, Aug 12WebinarAug 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinarAug 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinarDiscover how to use retention metrics to refine acknowledgments and reports, driving better donor retention. Learn to identify key data points, understand actions to enhance retention, and apply data-driven improvements to strengthen donor relationships.
Tue, Aug 26WebinarAug 26, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDTWebinar
Webinars
2025 Webinar Series
The one thing that sets successful nonprofits apart is their ability to stay ahead in the dynamic world of donor relations. For over a decade, we've empowered thousands of donor relations professionals to build stronger donor relationships, boost retention, and maximize their impact. The 2025 Webinar Series—The Keys to Donor Relations Success—offers 24 webinars across two tracks, rooted in the 4 Pillars of Donor Relations. From emerging trends to advanced strategies, this series provides the tools you need to overcome challenges and elevate your donor relations efforts all year long.
Mailed It! Webinar Series
At DRG, we know that exceptional donor communication is the key to building lasting relationships. But with inboxes overflowing and attention spans shrinking, standing out takes strategy.
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Our latest webinar series—Mailed It!—led by industry expert Ashley Budd, delivers fresh insights and actionable tips to transform your email game. Over four engaging sessions, you'll learn how to create compelling donor emails that not only get opened but inspire lasting support.
Leadership Experience (LX)
An extraordinary donor experience requires extraordinary leadership. LX is an exclusive professional development program designed to help you become the donor relations leader you are meant to be. Each cohort member is thoughtfully selected by the DRG team. LX participants are ready to learn the keys to effective, inclusive, inspirational leadership.
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The Donor Relations Group offers something for everyone in the nonprofit sector who wants to learn and grow. From bespoke client services to conferences, certifications, workshops, podcasts, technology, and a wealth of free resources, we invite you—even if you’re just starting out—to unlock your organization's full potential.
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