Non-profit CEOs:
Are fundraising challenges holding you back?
We equip non-profit CEOs with the tools and strategies to confidently raise money through philanthropy, build stronger donor relationships, and bring your impact to a new level.
Are fundraising challenges holding you back?
We equip non-profit CEOs with the tools and strategies to confidently raise money through philanthropy, build stronger donor relationships, and achieve sustainable growth.
Common Frustrations
Are you facing these
common frustrations?
As a non-profit CEO, the frustrations are real. If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone—and we’re here to help.
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the Onwards Framework
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Get FREE access to The Philanthropy Flywheel
We equip you with the tools and strategies to confidently raise money through philanthropy, build stronger donor relationships, and achieve sustainable growth.
- Video introduction to the flywheel
- PDF checklist for your organisation
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The Philanthropy Kickstart Challenge
Get Involved
6-Week Philanthropy Kickstart Challenge
A 6-week action-oriented programme, where you’ll learn to raise additional funds for your organisation.
An action-oriented programme, where you’ll learn to raise additional funds for your organisation.
Daily actionable insights
Receive daily actionable insights to keep you on track with your fundraising goals.
Weekly Group Coaching
Interact with Darren and the Onwards Community. This is a good time to ask questions.
Exclusive tools & templates
Receive a range of tools proven to improve the fundraising process and enhance donor engagement. You'll get email templates, pitch templates, accountability group chats and more.
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We're looking for our next cohort of non-profit CEOs to transform their fundraising efforts. Money-back guarantee included.
Client Testimonials
Check out our client testimonials. We pride ourselves on our ability do deliver exceptional results.
"Darren's practical and demystifying knowledge of Philanthropy is second to none. It gives me great confidence as a leader and philanthropic fundraiser to have him in my circle."
Kim Mackenzie-Doyle
The B!G Idea
Additional funds raised
"For anyone looking to deepen their understanding of philanthropy or to make a meaningful impact, Darren's guidance and the Kickstart Challenge are invaluable."
Miriam Spollen
Connections Arts Centre
Additional funds raised
"I believe that Darren Ryan is the most important and impactful person in social enterprise in Ireland today."
Tracy Keogh
Grow Remote
Additional funds raised
"As a graduate of Darren’s Philanthropy Course, I can certainly recommend it to others. Darren has tremendous expertise and his commitment to supporting non-for-profit leaders to be successful in the area of philanthropy is very inspiring and enabling."
Caoimhe de Barra
CEO Trócaire
Additional funds raised
"Darren's support has given me the knowledge and confidence to use my existing network to find high net worth donors, where I thought I had none."
Helene Hugel
Helium Arts
Additional funds raised
"Since completing the course, our fundraising success rate has increased substantially. I’d highly recommend the Philanthropy Kickstart Challenge to any non-profit leader looking to significantly boost their fundraising efforts!"
Kris Healy
CEO Spadework
Additional funds raised
Darren Ryan
Meet your philanthropy coach
Darren Ryan is the founder of Onwards and your coach for the Philanthropy Kickstart Challenge.
- Former CEO at Social Entrepreneurs Ireland & Director at The Ireland Funds
- Raised millions in the USA, UK, and Ireland
- Heard hundreds of pitches
- 12 years as a coach to non-profit CEOs
- Board Director at Philanthropy Ireland
Client stories
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Our Client Results
Discover why users rave about our app's intuitive interface, and unparalleled reliability.
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Revitalising Grow Remote's Stagnant Fundraising Strategy
After struggling to secure donations, Grow Remote's non-profit transformed its approach through the 6-week challenge, resulting in a 50% increase in donor engagement and successful pitches to major funders.
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Helping Helium Arts raise an additional €250k
After struggling to secure donations, Helium Art's non-profit transformed its approach through the 6-week challenge, resulting in a 50% increase in donor engagement and successful pitches to major funders.
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Taking The B!G Idea's fundraising strategy to the next level
After struggling to secure donations, The B!G Idea's non-profit transformed its approach through the 6-week challenge, resulting in a 50% increase in donor engagement and successful pitches to major funders.
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FAQs
Questions? We're glad you asked.
If you're new or looking for answers to your questions, find solutions to common inquiries about what we do.
A guided program that helps non-profit CEOs master fundraising through strategic philanthropy in just 6 weeks.
It’s designed for non-profit CEOs looking to raise more funds with less time and effort.
Around 2 hours per week, with bite-sized lessons and actionable steps.
Yes, you’ll receive tailored feedback from Darren Ryan throughout the program.
Topics include identifying donors, crafting your pitch, asking for donations, and building lasting relationships.
This programme is designed to benefit the CEOs and Executive Directors of non-profit organisations.
Yes, you’ll have lifetime access to all the materials and lessons.
Yes, the program includes live Q&A sessions where you can get real-time advice and support.
Yes, we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you don't love the course after the first three weeks, just let us know and we will refund the full course fee. If you apply the lessons and don’t raise 10x your investment in the year following the course, we will refund you the full course fee.