Episode Details

Are you tired of chasing donors? If fundraising feels like an exhausting cycle of constantly finding new people because the ones you have aren’t sticking around, you’re not alone. In this episode, we unpack why that burnout happens and what it actually takes to attract donors who stay, grow with you, and truly care about the need your ministry meets. You’ll learn the three traits of loyal, long-term supporters, how motivation shapes donor behavior, and how your messaging can begin drawing in the right kind of donors—so you’re not rebuilding from scratch every few months. If you’re ready for fundraising to feel sustainable again, this episode will show you how.

👉 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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