Hi, I’m Alison!

I am a passionate nonprofit fundraiser who has raised millions for mission-driven causes and an enthusiastic entrepreneur whose mission is to help individuals and organizations grow—whether that’s through expanding nonprofit income or deepening personal joy and alignment.

Let me tell you my story…

At the age of 16, I organized my first nonprofit fundraiser. After spending more than 15 years in nonprofit development, I built a business in 2019 called Philanthropy Babe, which continues to support fundraisers today. Teaching others how to cultivate generosity, build a culture of philanthropy, and increase impact has been an incredibly fulfilling journey. If that’s what you’re here for, you’ll still find courses to help you succeed.

But along the way, I realized something: I was evolving. Burnout crept in, and I started feeling disconnected from the beauty I was helping create. It wasn’t about the work—it was about me. Through radical honesty, I uncovered a deeper calling—to guide others in reconnecting with themselves and experiencing authentic joy.

With three degrees—Nonprofit Fundraising, Theology, and Philosophy—I’ve always been drawn to both strategy and meaning, structure and soul. While I spent years teaching the tangible side of fundraising, I found myself leaning more into the spiritual work—the deep, personal transformation that fuels authentic joy. That’s why my teaching has expanded.

My Teaching Philosophy

I believe we’re all here for a reason—to learn, to grow, to heal, and above all, to experience joy. Real, abundant joy—the kind that ripples out and gives others permission to embrace their truest selves. That doesn’t mean we won’t feel the full spectrum of emotions (we’re human, after all), but I’ve found that offering ourselves grace and love through the hard moments opens the door to the beautiful ones.

Now, in addition to nonprofit courses, I create courses that guide you toward self-discovery, mindset shifts, and soulful alignment. I used to struggle to even get out of bed some days, but through journaling, practicing gratitude, and getting curious instead of judgmental, I learned to love myself more deeply—and that love has spilled over into everything I do.

My Courses Serve a Very Important Goal

Whether you’re here to transform your nonprofit or your mindset, my goal is to give you the skills, confidence, and tools you need to create a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life.

If you’re here to increase nonprofit income, you’ll find clear, confidence-building courses to help you raise more money with ease. If you’re here for personal growth, you’ll find courses that support your self-discovery, joy, and soulful alignment. Either way, I’m here to guide you.

Wherever you are on your journey, I hope my courses provide inspiration, practical tools, and a sense of possibility. We’re all constantly evolving, and the more we embrace that, the more aligned and joyful our lives become.

With gratitude and a whole lot of excitement,
Alison