Nonprofit Fundraising Leaders and Sector Experts Will Convene in San Antonio September 8-9

INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OneCause, a leading provider of digital fundraising technology, announced that the ninth annual Raise conference will take place on the Riverwalk in San Antonio, TX, on September 8-9, 2025. The event will invite fundraisers from all over the world to join two days of networking, learning, and inspiration designed to help drive fundraising success for nonprofits of all sizes.

Raise 2025 speaker session proposals are now open through February 7, 2025. Nonprofit professionals and industry experts are encouraged to submit innovative session ideas with actionable takeaways and interactive elements that empower attendees to elevate their fundraising efforts. Sessions on emerging trends, event-based fundraising, donor retention, technology integration, and peer-to-peer strategies are encouraged.

"Each year, we witness the power of the Raise community as fundraisers gather to share ideas, successes, and unique approaches that make a difference," said Steve Johns, chief executive officer of OneCause. "This year's conference in San Antonio will bring fresh opportunities for connection and insight in a vibrant new setting. We're excited to host a conference experience that fosters innovation and equips Fearless Fundraisers to create even greater impact."

Entering its ninth year, Raise draws a diverse mix of nonprofit professionals, consultants, and industry leaders. The conference offers a dynamic program including inspiring keynotes, hands-on workshops, dedicated networking opportunities, sponsor engagement, and insightful sessions led by nonprofit experts. In 2025, the conference will also include product workshops for OneCause customers to help them get the most out of their fundraising software.

Raise 2024 was a resounding success, featuring a memorable and moving keynote from documentary filmmaker Brett Culp. Over 30 interactive sessions inspired fundraisers to approach their work with renewed energy and creativity, delivered by nonprofit professionals and industry experts, including Kelly Hecht, nonprofit principal strategic advisor for Amazon; Derria Ford, chief development officer for the Martha O'Bryan Center; Nathan Chappell, senior vice president of DonorSearch and co-founder of Fundraising.AI; Sabrina Walker Hernandez, president and chief executive officer of Supporting World Hope; Ben Farrell, owner and founder of Custom Benefit Auctions, and more.