Free Nonprofit Coaching

Want to raise more money for your nonprofit? Get a free 1-hour coaching call with our CEO.

Whether you're trying to grow your gala, launch a capital campaign, start a nonprofit, or just figure out what to do next — sit down with Jason Ledlow, HGA's CEO and a fundraising expert with over 30 years of experience. No pitch. No pressure. No cost.

30+

Yrs of fundraising experience

2,000+

Events supported per year

10,000+

Travel packages purchased since 2020

Cost for the coaching call

Who this call is for

If you're asking these questions, this call is for you.

Most nonprofit leaders we talk to are searching for the same answers — they just can't find a fundraising expert who'll give them a straight one without a sales pitch attached.

That's the entire reason this call exists. One hour with HGA's CEO. Real questions, real answers, no obligation.

How do I raise more money for my nonprofit this year?
How do I start a nonprofit — and actually fund it?
How do I run a successful gala or charity auction?
How do I get my board engaged in fundraising?
How do I grow donor giving without burning out my team?
How do I plan a fundraising event from scratch?

Jason Ledlow, HGA Fundraising CEO — free nonprofit fundraising coaching

Direct access to our CEO

Meet Jason Ledlow — 30+ years helping nonprofits raise more.

Jason is HGA Fundraising's CEO and co-founder. He's spent over 30 years inside nonprofit fundraising — galas, capital campaigns, board development, donor strategy — and built HGA to put that experience in the hands of every nonprofit, big or small.

When you book this call, you get him. Not a junior rep, not a BDR, not a chatbot. The person who has personally helped thousands of organizations across the country grow their fundraising — for one focused hour, free.

What we'll cover

Bring any nonprofit fundraising question — here are some of the most common.

Pick one to anchor the call, or bring your own. Jason will meet you where you are.

How to raise more money for your nonprofit

Walk through your current fundraising mix — events, major gifts, monthly giving, grants — and pinpoint the 2–3 levers that will move the needle fastest for an organization at your size and stage.

How to plan a successful gala or charity auction

Run-of-show, package strategy, paddle raise, sponsor decks, ticket pricing — Jason has personally consulted on thousands of galas and will pressure-test yours before you sign a venue contract.

How to get your board to actually fundraise

Most boards know they should help but don't know how. Get the language, the asks, and the structure that turns reluctant board members into your strongest fundraising team.

How to start (or restart) a nonprofit the right way

Mission, 501(c)(3), founding board, first donor list, first event — what to do first, what to skip, and what most new founders waste a year on.

How to manage nonprofit burnout & turnover

Practical staffing, delegation, and rhythm advice from a CEO who's helped thousands of EDs, gala chairs, and committee leads keep going when the work is hard.

How to measure what actually matters

If your dashboard isn't telling you whether you're growing, we'll fix that. Walk away with the 4 numbers every fundraising team should be tracking — and how to set targets you can actually hit.

How it works

Three simple steps to get on Jason's calendar.

Tell us about your nonprofit

A short form, then Jason — HGA's CEO with over 30 years in nonprofit fundraising — personally reaches out to schedule your call.

1-hour call, your questions

Bring your hardest fundraising question. Jason will give you straight answers, real examples, and a plan you can take to your board.

Raise more for your mission

No pitch. No pressure. Most nonprofits leave with 2–3 things they can implement this quarter to grow their next event or campaign.

Ready when you are

Book your free nonprofit fundraising coaching call.

Tell Jason a little about your organization. He personally reads every request and will reach out within one business day.

Frequently asked

Common questions about the free coaching call.

Is this really free?: Yes. Every nonprofit gets one free 1-hour coaching call with Jason, our CEO. There is no catch, no card required, and no obligation to ever work with HGA on your auction packages.
Who is Jason and why should I talk to him?: Jason Ledlow is HGA Fundraising's CEO and co-founder. He has over 30 years of nonprofit fundraising experience and has personally consulted on thousands of galas, capital campaigns, and charity auctions across the country. You're not getting a sales rep — you're getting the CEO.
Do I have to run a gala to qualify?: No. We coach nonprofits at every stage — startups looking to fund their first program, established orgs trying to grow their giving, and committees planning a single signature event. If you raise money for a mission, we'll help.
Will you try to sell me auction packages?: Not on this call. The coaching call is a no-pitch conversation. If we mention HGA's risk-free package program, it's only because it's relevant to a question you asked — and only if you ask follow-up.
How long until we can talk?: Most nonprofits hear back within one business day, and the call is usually scheduled within the same week. If your event is close and you need help fast, mention it on the form — we'll prioritize it.

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