In this episode, I sit down with Patrick Dunn, Executive Director of the International Pemphigus and Pemphigoid Foundation (IPPF)  I walk you through exactly how I would pitch donors if I was looking to pick up an additional 200k in funding. 

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why storytelling and donor connection matter more than fancy tech
• The biggest pain points in donor stewardship—and how Patrick is thinking about improving it
• What Patrick believes is possible with their top donors if they had better systems and stronger asks
• A live role-play of a real donor conversation (yes, Patrick practices a pitch on the fly!)
• Messaging that moves donors into deeper giving (without pressure)

I loved this conversation with Patrick because it shows the heart of what fundraising should be: human, values-driven, and impact-focused. It’s not about being perfect—it’s about making the ask and building real relationships. If you’re wondering how to inspire major gifts even without a big team or budget, this episode will give you ideas (and courage).

Do you need to make bolder asks, but you have to figure out what the heck you're going to say? I have a free gift for you. Go to JulieOrdonez. com and get my free donor scripts cheat sheet. You'll get the exact words I've used to raise 50 million from individuals.

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Music credit: With the Flow by Fin Productions

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