Build a Fundraising Program That Runs Smoothly and Raises More
The Harbor: Where Catholic organizations train their fundraisers.
Recharge, retool, and resupply to cast out into the deep with:
â Courses      â Live Q&A      â Community      â PetrusAI      â 5 Team Licenses
START YOUR FREE TRIAL OF THE HARBORCan you answer YES to any of these questions?
Do you need more donors, bigger gifts, and a steady annual fund?
Do you feel unsure if youâre âdoing fundraising rightâ?
Would ongoing coaching, templates, and a Catholic community help you move faster?
Do you want direct access to fundraising experts who can help with your plan and answer ANY questions you may have?
Do you wish you had a network of peers in Catholic development to share ideas and encouragement?
If you answered YES to ANY of the questions above, we invite you to join The Harbor and take your nonprofit's impact to the next level!
What does The Harbor include?
Fundraising Courses
Plug-and-play courses: 5-7 minute lessons you apply that same week. No fluff, no blank canvas.
Each course dives into a focused topic, like:
- Year-end appeals
- Donor stewardship
- Hiring and managing development staff
- Finding major donors
so youâre always building skills you can use right away. Lessons are short, actionable, and designed to deliver quick wins for your nonprofit.
Samples and Templates
You hit the ground running: open the folder, edit the template, send the appeal. We've already done the heavy lifting for you.
Jump-start the implementation of course materials with dozens of samples and templates from a variety of nonprofits.
This includes everything you need to kick off your development efforts, from sample Case Statements and editable newsletter templates to sample incentive plans and major gift proposal templates.
Fundraising Momentum Starts Here
The Harbor is designed to give you traction right away. You donât have to wait months to see results â within your first few weeks, youâll already have tools in hand and actions in motion.
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Day 1: Log in and use PetrusAI to draft an appeal letter, thank-you note, or donor call script in minutes.
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Week 1: Download ready-to-use samples and templates to launch your annual fund calendar, newsletter, or stewardship plan.
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Week 2: Join the live Q&A call and walk away with personalized next steps tailored to your nonprofit.
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Week 3â4: Complete your first monthly course and implement a concrete fundraising action â like sending a donor appeal, setting up a discovery call, or running a thank-a-thon.
By the end of your free trial month, youâll already have tangible progress to point to: new communications drafted, real donor outreach underway, and a clear plan for whatâs next.
Special "Beta Test" Member Pricing
Be one of the first Harbor members, and save big!
Beta Member Price: just $99/month (Regular: $249/month)
30-Day Free Trial ¡ Cancel Anytime ¡ Includes 5 Licenses
Beta pricing locked in for life while you remain a member
Start Your Free Trial
Get These AMAZING Bonuses...
When You Join 'The Harbor' Today...
Bonus #1
Access to the Essentials Course Library
($1,500/year value)
On-demand training in the core skills every fundraiser needs to succeed.
The seven Essentials courses cover the most important areas of fundraising:
- What to expect when you begin fundraising
- Fundraising Ethics
- Planning and strategy
- The donor journey
- Messaging
- Stewardship
- Using AI in fundraising
Each course is broken down into short, practical lessons designed to be easy to follow and implement.
Fundraising is complex, and without a strong foundation, itâs easy to feel scattered or unsure where to focus. The Essentials library gives you immediate access to a structured path that grounds your work in proven best practices.
PLUS, because the courses are always available, you can revisit them any time a refresher is needed, or use them to train new staff and volunteers as they join your team.
Use the essentials courses to achieve stronger team alignment, faster onboarding, and a clear roadmap for sustainable fundraising success.
Bonus #2
Live Q&A with Fundraising Coaches
($1,200/yr value)
Get clarity on your toughest fundraising challenges from people who have been there and done that.
Each month, you can join a one-hour live, virtual Q&A session with experienced Petrus coaches. Bring your specific questions about donors, appeals, campaigns, or strategy and walk away with practical next steps you can apply right away.
Even with a strong library of training, every nonprofit faces unique circumstances. The Q&A sessions give you direct access to seasoned fundraisers who can help you adapt proven tactics to your own mission and situation.
PLUS, you donât have to wait for the live call to get help. The member forum is always open - coaches and peers are available there to answer questions and share solutions throughout the month.
Bonus #3
Exclusive Access to PetrusAI
($1,200/year value)
Find encouragement, answers, and camaraderie in a network of Catholic fundraisers.
Inside the Harborâs private forum, you can connect with peers who face the same challenges and opportunities you do. Share whatâs working in your ministry, ask questions, and get practical feedback from others walking the same fundraising journey.
Hereâs Why This is So POWERFUL...
Fundraising can feel isolating, especially when youâre the only development staff member in your organization. Having a supportive community means youâre never on your own â you can lean on the wisdom of other Catholic fundraisers who understand the unique dynamics of working in Church and ministry settings.
PLUS, the forum isnât just for troubleshooting. Itâs a place to celebrate wins, swap resources, and build long-term relationships with colleagues across the country. Many members find that the community itself becomes one of the most valuable parts of the Harbor.
Bonus #4
Community Forum
($1,200/year value)
Find encouragement, answers, and camaraderie in a network of Catholic fundraisers.
Inside the Harborâs private forum, you can connect with peers who face the same challenges and opportunities you do:
- Share whatâs working in your organization
- Ask questions
- Get practical feedback from others walking the same fundraising journey
Fundraising can feel isolating, especially when youâre the only development staff member in your organization.
Having a supportive community means youâre never on your own. You can lean on the wisdom of other Catholic fundraisers who understand the unique dynamics of working in Church and ministry settings.
PLUS, the forum isnât just for troubleshooting. Itâs a place to celebrate wins, swap resources, and build long-term relationships with colleagues across the country and beyond.
Bonus #5
Licenses for 5 Team Members
($12,000/year value)
Equip your entire team to learn, grow, and fundraise together.
Your Harbor membership includes seats for yourself and four others at your organization at no extra cost, so you can bring staff, board members, or key volunteers into the training and tools.
Everyone can watch the courses, join the Q&A calls, and use PetrusAI, ensuring the whole team is aligned and equipped.
Fundraising doesnât work well when only one person âgets it.â Having multiple people trained in the same approach creates shared language, common tools, and stronger collaboration. That means less friction, better communication, and a united front when engaging donors.
PLUS, as your team grows, youâll already have the framework to onboard new members quickly. By giving access to more than just one person, you multiply the impact of your membership across the organization.
Bonus #6
Earn Credits Toward Signature Petrus Courses
($3,000/year value)
Build momentum in the Harbor and unlock even bigger growth opportunities.
For every four consecutive months you remain an active Harbor member, youâll earn a credit toward a Petrus signature course - like BOAT or the forthcoming Major Gifts masterclass course - at no additional cost.
These in-depth, cohort-based programs go deeper into specific areas of fundraising and complement everything youâre already learning inside the Harbor.
The Harbor gives you ongoing training, coaching, and tools. The signature courses give you concentrated, step-by-step mastery of major topics like capital campaigns, annual funds, or major gifts. By rewarding your consistency with course credits, you can steadily advance from solid fundamentals to high-level fundraising expertise, without paying extra.
PLUS, this perk ensures that your membership keeps compounding in value the longer you stay. The longer youâre in the Harbor, the more advanced training you unlock, and the stronger your fundraising results become.
Your Bonuses:
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Essentials Library â step-by-step training on the fundraising foundations youâll use every day
(Annual value: $1,500) -
Monthly Live Q&A with Fundraising Coaches â get your questions answered, live and in context
(Annual value: $1,200) -
PetrusAI â your 24/7 fundraising assistant for drafting letters, scripts, and plans
(Annual value: $1,200) -
Community Forum â connect with Catholic fundraisers nationwide, share wins, and troubleshoot challenges
(Annual value: $1,200) -
5 Seat Licenses â bring your whole team along for the ride (no extra charge per person)
(Annual value: $12,000) -
Signature Courses â in-depth training tracks on advanced fundraising strategies
(Annual value: $3,000)
Total Annual Value: $20,000+
Regular Member Price: $249/month
You Get All This For: $99/month
âď¸ 30-Day Free Trial
âď¸ Locked-in rate for life
Why it Works
Youâre getting over 15X the value for less than half the regular monthly cost, and because you lock in during the Beta, your $99/month rate never goes up as long as you remain a member.
Is There A Guarantee?
Absolutely.Â
Finish your first 30 days, if you donât feel clearer and more confident about fundraising, cancel with one click and keep our starter templates as our gift.
After your trial, the Harbor runs on a simple month-to-month membership. There are no contracts, no hidden fees, and no long-term commitments. Stay as long as itâs valuable to you and your team. Cancel anytime.
Special "Beta Test" Member Pricing
Be one of the first Harbor members, and save big!
Beta Member Price: just $99/month (Regular: $249/month)
30-Day Free Trial ¡ Cancel Anytime ¡ Includes 5 Licenses
Beta pricing locked in for life while you remain a member
Start Your Free TrialYour Instructors & Guides
Andrew N. Robison
Andrew has been in fundraising since 2005. He has worked in campus ministry and university settings and now serves as president and owner of Petrus Development. Andrew is also an adjunct professor in the University of Mary Institute for Catholic Philanthropy.
Sarah Rose
Sarah has been in the development field since 2010. She has fundraised for Catholic Charities of Central Texas and for the Dripping Springs Public Library. Additionally, Sarah has worked with many nonprofits as a consultant for Petrus Development.Â
Rhen Hoehn
Rhen has worked in development since 2015. As development director for St. Albert the Great University Parish at Michigan Tech, he oversaw the $3.14M Multiply the Mission campaign. Rhen has been a consultant for Petrus Development since 2018.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Harbor for?
Will the Harbor work for my type of nonprofit?
How much time should I plan to spend each week?
What if I donât have a development staff yet?
Can my volunteers or board members use the licenses?
How is the Harbor different from BOAT?
What happens after the free trial?
What if Iâm not sure Iâll get results?
How can I get other questions about the Harbor answered?
Special "Beta Test" Member Pricing
Be one of the first Harbor members, and save big!
Beta Member Price: just $99/month (Regular: $249/month)
30-Day Free Trial ¡ Cancel Anytime ¡ Includes 5 Licenses
Beta pricing locked in for life while you remain a member
Start Your Free TrialDisclaimer:
The Harbor membership is designed to provide practical training, proven strategies, AI tools, and access to a supportive community to help members strengthen their fundraising knowledge and skills. While the membership includes resources based on industry best practices and Catholic nonprofit fundraising principles, outcomes will vary depending on each memberâs effort, context, and organizational circumstances. Petrus Development does not guarantee specific fundraising results or increased giving as a result of participation in the Harbor.