Friends of GoalBusters Fundraising Conference

The Friends of GoalBusters Conference is a gathering created especially for GoalBusters clients, partners, and nonprofit peers who want to learn from one another, share real experiences, and leave feeling supported and energized.

This convening is an opportunity to connect with people who truly understand your nonprofit journey and meet some pretty awesome professionals.

📅 August 25, 2026

• Welcome Reception: 5 PM – 6:30 PM
  Join us for a relaxed evening reception to reconnect, meet new peers, and kick off the conference in a casual, friendly setting.

📅 August 26, 2026

• Registration Opens: 7:30 AM
• Conference Program: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Keynote Speaker: Mark Schaefer, globally-recognized futurist, business consultant, and author of many books, including Marketing Rebellion, Belonging to the Brand, and Audacious.

• Built for current and past GoalBusters clients and friends of our community
• Designed to feel supportive, practical, and engaging
• Emphasizes connection, collaboration, and shared learning

• Interactive breakout sessions with practical, easy-to-apply ideas
• Peer-to-peer discussions
• Consulting insights drawn from real nonprofit experiences
• Time to recharge with intentional wellness and networking breaks
• A welcoming space to ask questions, share lessons learned, and build relationships

Whether you’re celebrating growth, navigating change, or simply looking to connect with peers who understand the work, the Friends of GoalBusters Conference offers a focused environment for learning and connection.

Info: Belonging to the Brand: Why Community is the Last Great Marketing Strategy

Info: Fundraising in the Age of Disruption: What Still Works, What Doesn't, and What We're Afraid to Admit

Info: Audacious: How Humans Win in an AI Marketing World

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hotel Santa Fe, Hacienda & Spa, 1501 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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