Five Reasons to Hire Me Instead of a Celebrity Speaker

Tim Boyd
Jul 8
3 min read

Updated: Jul 11

Let’s talk about your next fundraiser.You want it to be your most successful one ever, full of connection, mission clarity, and yes, generous giving. So here’s a question that might ruffle a few feathers:

Why hire a celebrity when you could hire… me?

Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Wait, who even are you?”Exactly.

I’m not famous. I’m not on Netflix. I haven’t been on Dancing with the Stars or featured on a popular Christian podcast with a rustic-themed cover image. I’m a nobody. And that’s exactly why you should hire me.

1. Because your fundraiser should be about you

Let’s be honest. When a big name walks into the room, the spotlight follows them. The attention, the conversation, the Instagram posts, it all becomes about them.

But your fundraiser? It’s supposed to be about your mission, your team, your stories, your impact.

When I walk into the room, nobody is distracted by trying to get a selfie. They’re listening to the mission. They’re hearing the stories of life change. They’re falling in love with what you do. The entire night stays focused where it should: on your ministry and the people you serve. Not my autograph.

2. Because inspiration is great but a trained fundraiser is better

Some celebrities are excellent communicators. Some can even deliver a strong ask. But most of them? They aren’t trained fundraisers. They don’t know how to build toward the invitation moment.

I’ve been in development for years. I’ve led donor meetings, coached organizations through capital campaigns, helped nonprofits craft messages that move hearts and open wallets. When I speak at your event, I’m not just hoping people give, I’m strategically leading them toward generosity.

And I do it with heart, humor, and a deep understanding of how giving decisions are made.

3. Because I bring joy, not ego

You want your guests to laugh. You want them to be inspired. You want them to feel personally connected to the mission.

I bring clean, heartfelt comedy that puts people at ease, breaks down walls, and opens the door for them to truly see the need and respond with generosity.

And when the giving moment comes, it doesn’t feel like a high-pressure pitch or a sales gimmick. It feels like the natural next step after a night that made people say “Wow. I want to be part of that.”

4. Because I care deeply about the kinds of causes you do

We've volunteered at Pregnancy Resource Centers.

We’ve adopted a child internationally.

I’ve served in foster care.

I’ve worked in and alongside Christian nonprofits my whole adult life.

I know the kind of grit and faith it takes to do this work. And when I stand on that stage, I’m not performing, I’m advocating.

Your audience will know that. And they’ll respond.

5. Because I’m actually more affordable

Let’s not pretend this doesn’t matter. Big names bring big price tags. Some also require first class flights, upgraded hotel rooms, personal handlers, and a green room with one bowl of only yellow M&Ms.

When you hire me, you’re not paying for fame, you’re investing in results.

And guess what? You’ll still walk away with an unforgettable event that raised more money, connected more hearts, and advanced your mission in real, lasting ways.