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Story‑Driven Fundraising | Missionary, Fundraising Ideas, Donations, Marketing Plan, NonProfit Groups episodes
- 62 | Struggling to Fundraise? How a Clear Marketing Plan Can Get Your Ministry Fully Funded
**Join my FREE Fundraise with Confidence Workshop and learn how to ask for money without the "ick". Save your spot: irisstorytelling.com/fundraising **
Fundraising can feel like the one part of ministry nobody prepared you for. You love the mission. You care deeply about the people you serve. But when it comes time to ask for support, something feels awkward, uncomfortable, or even a little “icky.”
In this episode, I share a simple marketing framework that makes ministry fundraising clearer, easier, and more aligned with how God actually designed partnership to work. Instead of guessing what to say or hoping people give, you’ll learn the three messaging shifts that help donors understand the role they can play in the story God is writing through your ministry.
Similar Episodes
56 — Why Your Ministry Fundraising Ideas Fail and The #1 Way To Have Success
48 — Is There 1 Thing That Creates Explosive Fundraising Growth?
35 — The Fundraising Shift That Makes Donors Pay Attention
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
18 min - 61 | Top Ways to Attract Ideal Donors: A Clearer Approach to Ministry Fundraising
**Join my FREE Fundraise with Confidence Workshop and learn how to ask for money without the "ick". Save your spot: irisstorytelling.com/fundraising **
If you feel like you’re running out of people to ask for donations, this episode breaks down a smarter approach to ministry fundraising. Instead of chasing random supporters, you’ll learn how to attract ideal donors who already care deeply about your mission. If you want clearer messaging, stronger donor connection, and more confident fundraising, this episode will show you where to start.
Similar Episodes:
56 – Why Your Ministry Fundraising Ideas Fail and The #1 Way To Have Success
48 – Is There 1 Thing That Creates Explosive Fundraising Growth?
41 – When Your Ministry Feels Invisible: 3 Steps to Build Donor Trust
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
21 min - 60 | Ministry Fundraising Feels Icky? 3 Mindset Shifts to Ask for Support with Confidence
**Join my FREE Fundraise with Confidence Workshop and learn how to ask for money without the "ick". Save your spot: irisstorytelling.com/fundraising **
Fundraising still makes you feel icky. Tight chest. Rewritten emails. That subtle shame when you ask for support.
In this episode, I’m talking about where that feeling actually comes from—and why it doesn’t have to stay. We’ll walk through three powerful mindset shifts that will completely reframe how you see fundraising in ministry… so asking feels honest, aligned, and even freeing.
Similar Episodes:
52 | When You’re Burnt Out from Fundraising - 3 Simple Shifts For Clarity & Steady Support
49 | 3 Beliefs That Keep You Stuck in Ministry Fundraising
42 | Tired of Chasing Donors? How to Create Sustainability in Your Fundraising
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
26 min - 59 | 3 Signs Your Fundraising Message is Turning Donors Away
What if what you're saying to your supporters/donors is actually turning them away? The words you use matter- so let's break it down.
We're talking about 3 subtle but powerful signs your ministry message is confusing donors — and why confusion quietly kills support. If people don’t clearly understand who your ministry is for, what problem you solve, or where they fit in the story, they don’t argue. They just move on.
You’ll learn how to spot these blind spots and begin clarifying your message so fundraising starts to feel lighter and more effective.
Similar Episodes:
14 | 3 Things Confusing Your Donors (and How to Fix Them)
43 | Why Your Fundraising Messaging Isn’t Working — And How Storytelling Fixes It
37 | Out of People to Ask? 3 Steps to Mission‑Driven Fundraising
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
22 min - 58 | Why Your Donors Aren’t Engaging—3 Simple Story Fixes That Reignite Connection
It’s hard not to wonder, “Do people even care about my ministry?” Even after pouring your heart out in a newsletter or update- no replies. no comments. barely a like.
In this episode, we unpack why donor engagement drops — and it’s probably not what you think. I’ll walk you through 3 simple story shifts that can rebuild connection, restore clarity, and help your donors step into their real role.
Listen to Similar Episodes:
51 | Hate Fundraising? 3 Ways to Ease the “Ick” of Asking for Money in Ministry
49 | 3 Beliefs That Keep You Stuck in Ministry Fundraising
52 | When You're Burnt Out from Fundraising - 3 Simple Shifts For Clarity & Steady Support
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
15 min - 57 | Not Getting Enough Donations? 3 Story Shifts That Inspire People to Give
Your ministry is doing good work — so why aren’t the donations coming in? If asking feels awkward, discouraging, or even gross… and you’re tired of hearing crickets after you share an update, this episode walks through three simple story-driven shifts that move fundraising from pressure to participation and help donors feel excited to give instead of avoiding the ask.
Similar episodes:
50 | LIVE COACHING: Clarify Your Ministry Fundraising Message w/ Cherilyn Kolbas
47 | Fundraising Messaging Not Working? Start With Step #1
44 | The Mistake in Your Nonprofit Messaging That’s Costing You Donors
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
19 min - 56 | Why Your Ministry Fundraising Ideas Fail and The #1 Way To Have Success
Something is actually wrong with the way you’re fundraising — and it’s not that you haven’t tried hard enough. If your ministry fundraising feels scattered, exhausting, or like you keep “trying new ideas” with nothing sticking, this episode reveals the real reason most fundraising fails — and the one message shift that finally brings clarity, donor trust, and consistent support you can sustain.
Similar episodes you’ll love:
37 | Out of People to Ask? 3 Steps to Mission-Driven Fundraising
42 | Tired of Chasing Donors? How to Create Sustainability in Your Fundraising
46 | Donors Aren’t Responding — Here’s What Your Fundraising Message Is Missing
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
20 min - 55 | Fundraising is Overwhelming- Here's a Story-Driven Marketing Plan for Steady Support
**Struggling with fundraising? Join the free workshop, Fundraise with Confidence, and learn how to start support conversations without feeling pushy or uncomfortable.
Save your seat: irisstorytelling.com/fundraising **
You’ve poured your life into ministry—but when it comes to asking for support, it feels heavy, awkward, even shameful sometimes. What if it’s not that you’re bad at fundraising… but that you’re communicating it the hard way? In this episode, we break down two practical ways to use story—without being manipulative or salesy—so your message lands where it matters.
Trust me—fundraising doesn’t have to feel like a burden anymore.
Similar Episodes to Try:
50 | LIVE COACHING: Clarify Your Ministry Fundraising Message w/ Cherilyn Kolbas
17 | When Fundraising Videos Don’t Work – 3 Steps for Clear Donor Messaging
25 | Why Your Fundraising Stats Aren’t Bringing Donations—and What to Do Instead
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
17 min - 54 | Struggling With Ministry Fundraising? A Simple Story Framework That Finally Works
You’re doing the work. You’re showing up. You care deeply about the mission—but when it comes time to write a newsletter or ask for support, you freeze. Fundraising feels heavy, confusing, and way harder than it should.
In this episode, I walk you through a simple story framework you can start using immediately to bring clarity to your messaging and help donors stay engaged—without forcing yourself to say things that feel awkward or inauthentic. If you’ve ever stared at a blank screen wondering what am I even supposed to say?, this episode is for you.
Related Episodes:
50 | Live Coaching: Finding the Real Conflict Behind Your Ministry Fundraising
49 | 3 Beliefs That Keep You Stuck in Ministry Fundraising
37 | Out of People to Ask? 3 Steps to Mission-Driven Fundraising
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
25 min - 53 | Lost in the Weeds? How Clear Messaging Makes Ministry Fundraising Easier
When you’re buried in the day-to-day of ministry, it’s easy to lose sight of the big picture—and even harder to explain what your ministry actually does. You end up stumbling through explanations, listing programs, and hoping donors somehow “get it.”
In this episode, we talk about why unclear messaging makes ministry fundraising harder than it needs to be—and how to get out of the weeds. You’ll learn the three anchors every ministry message needs so donors understand your mission, feel confident joining you, and clearly see their role in what God is doing.
Similar Episodes:
Ep. 44 | The Mistake in Your Nonprofit Messaging That’s Costing You Donors
Ep. 45 | Did Your Big Fundraising Day Fall Flat? What to Do Before the Next One
Ep. 17 | When Fundraising Videos Don’t Work – 3 Steps for Clear Messaging
👉 Work with me one-on-one to clarify your fundraising message, remove the guilt around asking, and create consistent donor communication that actually works.
https://irisstorytelling.com/coaching
👉 Grab your free Ministry Newsletter Guide to easily write updates your donors want to read.
https://irisstorytelling.com/guide
👉 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.
https://irisstorytelling.com/community
Connect with me:
https://irisstorytelling.com
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About Story‑Driven Fundraising | Missionary, Fundraising Ideas, Donations, Marketing Plan, NonProfit Groups
From the publisher's feed
Do you wish fundraising was easier? Do you wish you didn’t have to worry so much about the money? Feeling the awkwardness, the icky-shame feeling of asking for money? Putting so much effort in but…
still getting “nos” or worse… ghosting?
I’m excited you’re here!! This is the place for you to learn how to fundraise easier, get rid of the shame and awkwardness of asking for money, and finally start growing supporters for your ministry that stay for the long haul!
Hi, I’m Lisa. I love Jesus, have been in ministry since I was born (missionary kid here) and I love being a part of what God is doing in people’s lives!
I’ve worked with and in ministries that struggle to truly connect with supporters. I’ve seen the stigma around raising support, the scramble across platforms and videos to “keep up,” and the relentless trial-and-error that never quite clicks—often ending in burnout.
But then I saw first hand the power of story and was BLOWN AWAY at how quickly it engaged donors and encouraged them to donate- the first time I used the power of story in our messaging, we raised so much support, the team wasn’t even prepared for it! This had never happened before!
And I want the same for your ministry!!
If you’re ready to finally raise the support you need—without the constant stress or worry…
If you want to grow your base of supporters and keep them with you for the long haul…
If you’re looking for a simple strategy you can use again and again—one that replaces burnout with confidence…
And if you’re ready to drop the awkward, icky, or shameful feelings around asking for money…
Then this podcast is for you.
Grab your coffee, your calling, and maybe a snack—let’s do this.
-Lisa
Connect w/ me:
[email protected]
https://irisstorytelling.com