Episode Details
Back to Episodes24 | How to Find Stories That Inspire Donors (Even When Ministry Feels Quiet)
Description
Does your ministry ever hit a “quiet” season—when nothing big is happening, donations feel slow, and you’re not sure what to say in your newsletter?
In this episode, I share how to stay encouraged and keep your donor communication strong, even when ministry feels dry or uneventful.
What You’ll Learn
- How to recognize God’s work when ministry feels quiet or slow.
- Simple fundraising ideas for when you think there’s “nothing to share.”
- How to find and tell one person’s story that connects emotionally with donors and encourages ongoing donations.
Similar Episodes:
08 | 3 Steps to Build a Ministry Story Bank that Engages Donors
20 | Still Not Seeing Donations? 3 Things Every Fundraiser Must Make Crystal Clear
16 | Donors Ghosting You? The #1 Thing Every Ask Must Have
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
lisa@irisstorytelling.com
https://irisstorytelling.com