Template: Request to attend Raise 2025

Hello [Manager Name],

I’m writing to ask for approval to attend Raise 2025, the annual event fundraising conference for nonprofit professionals.

Raise brings together hundreds of professional fundraisers, event partners, and nonprofit thought leaders from all over the country and Canada to share ideas, strategize best practices, and build relationships with the larger community. Raise takes place at the Marriott Rivercenter in San Antonio, TX on Sept. 8-9, 2025.

This two-day, industry-leading conference covers the latest research-based best practices on topics like:

  • Fundraising Strategy & Donor Engagement
  • Event, Peer-to-Peer, and Auction Fundraising
  • Storytelling, Brand, and Marketing
  • Leadership, Operations, and DEI

As an attendee, I will have access to 40+ premier speakers, captivating keynotes, and engaging panel discussions. The general session is specifically tailored to address the actual challenges faced by nonprofits. I will get the chance to participate in hands-on workshops, a technology lab, and a dedicated customer lounge, setting this conference apart from others and providing practical and flexible learning opportunities. By collaborating with visionary tech partners, I can stay ahead of industry advancements.

The majority of sessions are CFRE-approved, ensuring valuable professional development opportunities. Even after the conference concludes, I will continue to benefit from access to the on-demand content for several months. Meals and social activities are also included, making Raise a truly exceptional value for nonprofits. While at the conference, I aim to prioritize discovering solutions that can bring significant benefit to these projects:

  • [Add project or initiative]
  • [Add project or initiative]
  • [Add project or initiative]

Below is an approximate breakdown of the costs:

  • Airfare: $XX
  • Hotel (3 nights + tax): $XX
  • Estimated T&E: $XX
  • Registration: $XX
  • Total: $XX

After the conference, I would love to meet with you to share a detailed summary of the key takeaways, tips and actionable insights. I also can plan to share my learnings with the team to maximize the impact on our fundraising efforts.

Thank you for considering and I look forward to your feedback.

Regards,
[Your Name]

Raise San Antonio is Calling