Nonprofit Speaking Fees
Booking Marc A. Pitman, CSP®, for your nonprofit event
Event organizers consistently describe Marc as one of the easiest, most enjoyable speakers they’ve ever worked with. He’s spent more than 25 years speaking with nonprofit audiences in a wide range of formats: opening keynotes, MC roles, fireside chats, board retreats, and VIP leadership sessions. He knows how to read a room, tailor his message, and deliver the tone your event requires.
Below, you’ll find the formats nonprofits most commonly request, along with Marc’s nonprofit speaking and training rates.
If you are not a nonprofit organization, please see Marc’s standard speaking fees.
“Marc is just plain inspiring. He makes everything about asking so easy & filled with joy. You can see the audience sit up straighter & grow in confidence as he speaks.”
“Marc utilizes stories, research, and tools to help us take our leadership to the next level. He challenges participants to engage in self-reflection to learn more about the stories we believe and the ways in which our life impacts our leadership style.”
The CSP®: Your insurance policy
Marc is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) through the National Speakers Association. It’s the highest earned designation in the speaking industry, held by fewer than 12% of professional speakers.
It’s an insurance policy for you and your organization. You’re not gambling your training budget or your reputation on a guess.
What does an event with Marc look like?
A typical engagement with Marc includes an opening or closing keynote, hallway conversations with attendees, a book signing, and pre-event activities such as a photoshoot or interviews with press or attendees. Previous engagements have also included:
- A fireside chat Q&A
- A customized workshop
- A moderated session with your CEO or top leadership
- Special-guest appearances at VIP gatherings for sponsors or top performers
Nonprofit rate for a one-day event: $11,500 plus a flat travel fee. (Standard rate: $17,500.)
Board retreats and half-day trainings
Board members who dread fundraising don’t need more pressure. They need a way in that actually fits how they’re wired. Marc’s board retreats share the latest fundraising research, help board members find their natural role in the organization’s fundraising, and send them home with practical next steps — not guilt.
Nonprofit rate for a half-day session: $8,500 plus a flat travel fee. (Standard rate: $11,500.)
“Marc A. Pitman’s ‘Ask Without Fear’ training is the most inspiring ask-training on the market. This workshop opens up the door for tremendous resource gain for those that attend. Marc provides invaluable advice, great stories, tools and overall stellar experience in addition to the fun and energy!”
Need an emcee who does more than keep time?
A two-day emcee engagement secures one of the best emcees in the business. Marc doesn’t just keep your event on schedule. He interviews your speakers and stakeholders beforehand to make sure every presenter feels appreciated, at ease, and set up for success. Your participants stay engaged. Your event runs like you planned it.
Nonprofit rate for a two-day emcee engagement: $18,500 plus a flat travel fee. (Standard rate: $30,000.)
Ready to talk about your event?
The first conversation is easy. We’ll talk about your audience, your goals, and the specific shift you want your team to make. No pitch. No pressure.