On today's episode, Mary shares the four verses that make fundraising harder.

In this episode you'll also hear:

• How to use these four verses to build stronger relationships with potential donors
• How to overcome the challenge of finding donors who don't look like they have money to give
• How to tell stories from an anonymous donor
• How to engage high-level donors as volunteers

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Download our free support raising roadmap here.

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On today's episode, Mary shares how to minister to the rich in the world we live in today.

In this episode you'll also hear:

• What the Bible says about the rich
• The 6 ways to minister to the rich
• How ministering to the rich compares to ministering to the poor
• Why we need to care about the rich

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On today's episode, Mary shares the five kinds of donors every ministry needs in 2023.

In this episode you'll also hear:

• What kinds of donors are more consistent with their giving (and which ones aren't!)?
• What is a supersize donor?
• 5 reasons why major gifts are important to your ministry
• How to create a game plan for all 5 kinds of donors so you can connect with each of them, while remaining authentic to who God created you to be

If you enjoy the show, please share it with a friend, and consider a special gift to fullyfundedacademy.com/give.

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On today's episode, Mary takes a listener question who asks, "As a ministry worker, should I support myself and be bi-vocational?"

In this episode you'll hear:

• What does it mean to be bi-vocational
• Is it biblical to be bi-vocational
• Should ministry workers be poor
• Why do ministries and religious organizations need to exist
• What questions should you ask yourself to know what is best for you

If you enjoy the show, please share it with a friend, and consider a special gift to fullyfundedacademy.com/give.

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On today's episode, Mary shares how to start fresh and hit the reset button in the new year.

In this episode you'll hear:

• The 7 tips to start the new year off right
• How to create a new vision of what's possible for you and your work
• When's the best time to make a change

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On today's episode, Mary shares the #1 reason your ministry may not be fully funded.

In this episode you'll hear:

• The 3 action steps to build your faith to raise the funds you need
• How to promote your "personal brand" without feeling scammy
• The mental strategies you can use to gain the confidence to promote your ministry

Be sure to join us for our last FREE online training of the year on How To Develop A Successful Fundraising Strategy for 2023 on Thursday, December 15th at 2pm EST. Go here to register.

If you enjoy the show, please share it with a friend, and consider a special gift to fullyfundedacademy.com/give.

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On today's episode, Mary answers a listener question who asks,

"How do I build a relationship with a multi-millionaire?"

In this episode you'll hear:

• The 5 ways to build new relationships (regardless of how wealthy they are)
• What action steps can you take to start reaching out
• How you can get them interested in funding you, your ministry, or a special project

If you enjoy the show, please share it with a friend, and consider a special gift to fullyfundedacademy.com/give.

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On today's episode, Mary answers the question,

"Should I give a year-end gift to my donors? If so, what should I give them?"

In this episode you'll hear:

• What gifts work (and what don't)
• How to get your gifts donated so your donor's donation doesn't pay for gifts
• New gift ideas for 2022
• and more!

If you enjoy the show, please share it with a friend, and consider a special gift to fullyfundedacademy.com/give.

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On today's episode, Mary answers the question,

"If I can only do two things at the end of the year, what should I do to maximize my year-end giving?"

In this episode you'll hear:

• How to take action before December 31st
• What two things should I do (with a bonus third if you have the time!)
• What key elements should I include in my year-end appeal

If you enjoy the show, please share it with a friend, and consider a special gift to fullyfundedacademy.com/give.

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On today's episode, Mary answers a listener question who asks,

What are some strategies for ministries serving in closed countries?

It's hard enough to raise funds, but then add all the challenges of working in a religiously hostile environment to the mix.

In this episode you'll hear:

• How to raise funds when you can't tell 100% of the full story.
• How do I still communicate with my donors without sharing pictures and names of those we serve.
• How do I raise funds without using christian language.

If you enjoy the show, please share it with a friend, and consider a special gift to fullyfundedacademy.com/give.

For more information about Fully Funded Academy, go to fullyfundedacademy.com.

Download our free support raising roadmap here.

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