The Nonprofit Podcast

Ep 181| 5 Simple Steps to Ease Donor Meeting Stress


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Freezing Before Donor Meetings? Let’s Fix That.

Why do donor meetings feel so stressful - especially at year-end?  Brittan breaks down the real reason so many fundraisers dread sitting down with donors, and why it's not about your fundraising skills.

You’ll learn how cultural money stories shape your confidence, how to reframe the fear, and how to lead donor meetings that are grounded in curiosity, connection, and trust - not pressure or perfection.

Takeaways include:

  • Why fundraising isn’t about “the ask”
  • How to prepare for meetings with confidence
  • A simple 5-step framework for better donor conversations
  • What to do when the fear still creeps in

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