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Fundraising feels like it’s stealing time from your ministry—but what if that mindset is actually holding your ministry back?

If you’ve ever sat down to write a newsletter and thought, “I became a missionary to serve people, not spend hours fundraising,” you’re not alone. It can feel like every donor update, thank-you note, or support meeting pulls you away from the work God actually called you to do.

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 mindset shifts that completely changed how you view fundraising. You’ll learn why fundraising isn’t separate from ministry, how to stop treating it like a never-ending list of tasks, and why a simple weekly rhythm can help fundraising feel lighter instead of overwhelming.

👉 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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