Episode Details

If you’ve ever poured your heart into a presentation, shared stories from your ministry, and still walked away wondering why no one gave—this one's for you.

In today’s episode, I'll share 3 things every fundraiser must make crystal clear before stepping on stage, sending that year-end appeal, or meeting with potential supporters.

You’ll learn:

• How to identify and speak directly to your ideal donor, not the entire crowd.
• Why starting with the need or conflict creates instant engagement.
• How to craft a clear, confident ask so people know exactly how to respond.

Whether you’re prepping for a year-end event, a church presentation, or just trying to boost monthly giving, these practical tools will help you communicate your message with confidence and connect with donors in a deeper way.

Similar Episodes: 

05 | 7 Steps to Engage Your Donor: The Story Framework

04 | Get Your Donors to Pay Attention Amidst the Noise

10 | Struggling with Donor Communication? What God Says About Imposter Syndrome

👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.

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👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.

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👉 Join the free community for women ministry leaders who fundraise — a place for encouragement, prayer, and learning how to use storytelling to connect with donors.

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Connect with me:

lisa@irisstorytelling.com

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