Kensington Fundraising Group
Non-dues revenue

Grow revenue beyond membership dues.

Sponsorships, exhibit booths, advertising and partner programs can fund a large share of an association's budget. We reach the companies that want access to your members and book conversations with your team.

  • Sponsors, exhibitors and advertisers
  • Outreach under your association's name
  • Meetings and leads for your staff
Revenue streams

Outreach for every non-dues program.

We help associations fill the programs companies pay for.

Conference sponsors and exhibitors

Companies that sell to your members, contacted about booths, sponsorships and speaking opportunities.

Advertising and media

Advertisers for magazines, newsletters, websites, webinars and directories.

Partner and affinity programs

Companies interested in year-round partnerships, member discount programs and endorsed services.

How it works

How non-dues outreach works.

Map the prospects

We start with past sponsors, exhibitors and advertisers, then add companies that sell to your members.

Learn the offer

We study your prospectus, packages, audience data and deadlines.

Call and follow up

Our team reaches decision-makers, explains the opportunity and sends your materials.

Book and hand off

Qualified prospects are booked with your staff or sent to your contract process.

People, not AI. Seasoned members of our team make every call under your organization's name, using talk tracks built around your mission. No pressure tactics.

What is non-dues revenue?

Non-dues revenue is any income an association earns beyond membership dues. Common sources include conference registration, sponsorships, exhibit booths, advertising, education and certification programs, publications and affinity or partner programs. Companies pay for these because they want to reach your members.

Why outreach makes the difference

Many associations email a prospectus and wait. Past sponsors forget to renew, new prospects never hear about the opportunity and staff run out of time before the deadline. Consistent personal outreach keeps renewals on track and brings in companies you haven't worked with before.

A team that knows how to sell

KFG is the sister company of Kensington Sales Group, which has provided outsourced sales development teams since 2016. That experience carries over to non-dues sales: researching the right companies, finding the decision-maker and starting a conversation that leads to a meeting.

Non-dues outreach pairs well with membership renewal and corporate sponsorship outreach.

FAQ

Questions about non-dues revenue

What are examples of non-dues revenue?
Common examples include conference sponsorships and exhibit booths, advertising in publications and newsletters, webinar sponsorships, education and certification fees, job boards and affinity or partner programs that offer member discounts.
How can associations grow non-dues revenue?
Renew past sponsors and exhibitors early, reach new companies that sell to your members, package opportunities around what sponsors want, such as visibility, leads and relationships, and follow up personally rather than relying on email alone.
Who do you contact about sponsorships and exhibits?
Usually marketing, event and business development leaders at companies that sell to your members. We research the right contact at each company before reaching out.
Do you sell under our association's name?
Yes. Our team represents your association, uses your materials and pricing, and follows your sales process and approval steps.
Can you help sell exhibit booths for our conference?
Yes. We contact past exhibitors to secure renewals and reach new companies that fit your attendees, then book them with your team or send them to your registration process.
Talk to us

Let's start more donor conversations.

Book a 30-minute call or send us a note. We'll talk through your goals, your supporters and whether an outreach team is the right fit.

  • See how we'd approach your donor database
  • Talk through the campaigns that fit your goals
  • No commitment — just a straight conversation
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