What others say

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We create and deliver custom, innovative fundraising training throughout the U.S. and around the world to fulfill your needs. The entire Fundraising Transformed team is committed to ensuring your complete satisfaction. When you succeed, we succeed.

Community love

We've had the privilege of working with some amazing organizations and incredibly talented people. We're humbled by and grateful for their kind words.

Marie Joseph, Executive Director
Legacy of Life Foundation, Yardley, PA

Stevie McGrail, Assistant Director of Development
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL

Darron Story, Director of Development
American Jazz Museum, Kansas City, Mo

Jenna Czaplewski, Director Of Communications & Philanthropy
Coalition for Children, Youth & Families, Milwaukee, WI

“How do I rocket-launch my fundraising expertise? You learn from Tammy Zonker, that's what you do!”

Stevie McGrail, Assistant Director of Development, University of South Florida

“Tammy’s an invaluable resource to any organization that’s working to achieve sustainable funding.”

Cathy Smith, Nonprofit Board Member, Tampa

“Increased our total charitable dollars raised by 132% since becoming a member.”

Laurel Groh, Phoenix Family, Kansas City

"We exceeded our annual fundraising goal by 104% and grew overall giving by 13.4%."

Amanda Johnson, Travis Manion Foundation, PA

“Applying what Tammy taught us, we increased our donor retention from 13% to more than 50% in one year.”

Becky Chambless, AWAIC, Anchorage, AK

“We brought Tammy in for her 2-Day Intentional Fundraising Plan Intensive. I was overwhelmed and overjoyed with the results. Tammy delivered!”

Marie Joseph, Executive Director, Legacy of Life Foundation, Pennsylvania

“Every time we work with Tammy, I'm in such awe with her style, the energy she brings to her work, and her passion and expertise. She’s an incredible talent and gift, our team and board members love working with her.”

Britanny Saunier, Executive Director, Partnership for Food Safety Education, Columbus, Ohio

  • "After a two-day visit to the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay, she prepared a 60-page report detailing our many strengths and opportunities for improvement. Her report is now our roadmap to sustainable funding. I would heartily recommend her anytime an organization is looking to take a good fundraising program and make it extraordinary."

    David Broughton, President & CEO, Crisis Center, Tampa FL

  • “Tammy conducted a 90-minute virtual workshop for our Fundraising Team of 30 members. The workshop focused on turning adversity into opportunity and how we respond to the storm that can make or break our success. It was great and inspiring. Tammy made the session very engaging and even enabled the more reserved team members to actively contribute to the discussions. Tammy has a way of connecting with people, leaving them with a heightened sense of purpose and enthusiasm. We're looking forward to continue working with you.”

    Yani Ferdinandus, Head of Individual Giving, Canteen Australia

  • "Tammy is one of the most personable, inspiring and knowledgeable professionals in the field of fundraising training and major donor development. Tammy naturally demonstrates why donors love her and why organizations can accomplish endless results if you champion the cause and take the time to get to know donor desires. I highly recommend Tammy Zonker."

    Kelly Olsen Hutchinson, Director of Development & Community Relations, Salvation Army, Louisville, KY

  • "After ten years of working in the non-profit sector, I thought I had a good handle on fundraising. It's all about relationships, right? Well, yes, but there's so much more to it. Tammy Zonker showed me that! Over her two days working with the staff and Board at Positive Tomorrows, she helped me recognize the value of creating relationships that go beyond the surface - beyond the normal, beyond the donation."

    Joshua Beasley, ​Director of Development - Positive Tomorrows, Oklahoma City, OK

  • "If there are two speakers and one is Tammy Zonker, I go to hear Tammy. If there are 50 speakers and one is Tammy, I go to hear Tammy. Her work is SO clever. Her results are SO exceptional. She always inspires me. And she is always worth my time."

    Tom Ahern, ​Ahern Donor Communications, Speaker & Author

  • "​Tammy's session at the Fundraising Ireland National Conference scored #1 out of the 25 presentations we hosted. She was inspiring and engaged our delegates powerfully. I whole-heartedly endorse her speaking ability."

    ​Scott Kelley, ​Interim Chief Executive Officer, Charities Institute Ireland, Dublin, IRE

  • "​Tammy Zonker is at the top of her game. She is an accomplished speaker who can enchant an audience with her professionalism and charisma. And, she's a masterful, expert fundraiser. You don't often have those two qualities in the same person. She's terrific, and fun to work with too!"

    Gail Perry, ​Gail Perry Group, Philanthropy Expert, Speaker & Author

  • "I was impressed with Tammy's presentation skills and knowledge of fundraising issues. I found her to be a real asset to our team and pleasure to work with. It is my honor to recommend her to my colleagues. A true class act!"

    Jay Browning, ​Vice President for Advancement, Florida Atlantic University

  • "Tammy has been one of the most in-demand speakers at the AFP International Conference, AFP Congress, and elsewhere for several years. She gets great reviews, and standing room only in her sessions. In a couple of words, I’d describe her presentation style as practical how-to and inspiration. Her content is always fresh and innovative and she is considered a true fundraising thought leader."

    Penelope Cagney, President, The Cagney Company, Speaker & Author

Hey, there! I’m Tammy Zonker.

I'm the Founder and President of Fundraising Transformed and host of The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast.

I’ve been a major gifts strategist and fundraising expert for more than 25 years. I’m also a certified AFP Master Trainer and international speaker.

I’ve led and trained thousands of nonprofit social service organizations, private schools, colleges and universities, and healthcare organizations to collectively raise more than a half-billion dollars — and counting — including a single gift of $27.1M.

I have served as adjunct faculty at Indiana University and technical editor for Wiley Publishing’s “Fundraising for Dummies” third edition.

I currently serve as Dean at the Institute for Charitable Giving, a member of the AFP International Conference Education Committee, a member of the Nonprofit Quarterly’s Editorial Advisory Board, a contributing writer to NonProfit PRO, and an advisor at Capital Campaign Pro.

I would love to learn more about the amazing work you do and explore how we can work together to take your fundraising to the next, next level.