In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're uncovering the 3 most dangerous board fundraising myths and how believing them will destroy your nonprofit from the inside out.

Join us as we discover the paradigm shifts behind ineffective beliefs on the board. From disengagement to dysfunction, from bad fits to burnout, we're uncovering the root problem beneath the surface symptoms.

Hear why “warm bodies” make weak boards. Discover the four words every board member needs to understand. Learn why equal sacrifice matters more than equal giving. And uncover the core mindset shift behind almost every board struggle.

So whether you're building your board from scratch or looking for ways to improve, this episode will show you what healthy board fundraising actually looks like. Remember, your board is not a box to check — it is a vital aspect of your mission.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're answering the question: Is the Vision Dinner model a prosperity gospel tactic? Tune in to find out!

Join us as we talk through the difference between biblical faith, wise preparation, and “name it and claim it” thinking. From big fundraising numbers to genuine donor relationships, we're unpacking why the model is not about guilt or pressure, but about doing our part well and trusting God to do what only He can do.

Find out if the Perfect Vision Dinner promotes prosperity gospel tactics. Uncover the myth of the Müller Mentality. Learn why faith without action is holding your nonprofit back. And discover how 92% of trained nonprofits raise $100K or more at their first fundraising dinner!

So whether you’re skeptical of fundraising strategy or wondering how faith and development work together, tune in today for an honest look at what the Vision Dinner model really teaches. Remember, God owns it all; but we still have a part to play.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about the #1 framework behind major donors for life. Tune in to find out what it is and how to take advantage of it!

Join us as we talk through the most important concepts in major donor fundraising. From the “Big Easy Fast” mentality to the 80-20 principle, we're talking about the proven strategies that will bring in long-term support.

Discover why development done right has no asks. Learn the repeatable process to building lasting relationships. Uncover the biggest reason why major donor programs fail. And hear the incredible story of how one ministry went from $180K to $370K to a $1.5M fundraising dinner!

So whether you’re building your first major donor program from scratch or trying to go deeper with current partners, tune in today to learn the practical framework that will help you build a foundation for lasting growth.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about why most nonprofit boards resist fundraising, and how to get yours involved.

Tune in as we uncover the mindset shift from passive faith to active engagement. From sitting on the sidelines to stepping in to ask, we're talking about what it actually takes to move your board from resistance to ownership.

Uncover the myth of the Müller Mentality. See why “just trusting God” can become an excuse. Discover the secret of the Romans Principle. And hear the story behind a "random" $10,000 gift — that showed up right after the need was finally spoken.

So whether you're leading a hesitant board or trying to spark real engagement, this episode will show you how prayer and action work together—and why stepping forward is the turning point for breakthrough.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how Libertas Academy is advancing freedom through education — and a $355K Perfect Vision Dinner.

Join us for an interview with Jenna Salazar as we walk through how Libertas Academy multiplied their fundraising gala revenue by 5 using the Perfect Vision Dinner strategy. From struggling to cover a $181K tuition gap to presenting a clear plan that moved people to give, we’re talking about what actually works for classical Christian schools today.

See how a rural school filled two nights in a community of just 700 people. Hear how an anonymous donor stepped in at the perfect moment to cover the cost of the program. Learn why scrapping tickets helped them to have their best gala to date. And discover the #1 secret to closing the tuition gap for your Christian school.

So whether you’re barely covering expenses or dreaming about growth beyond tuition, this episode shows how a clear vision can transform your funding model and rally a community around something that truly matters.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about why you don't need a network of support to start building one.

Join us for an interview with Evan Chase, Executive Director of CEF Metro Nashville, as we walk through his journey from having just a handful of contacts to filling a room with over 200 guests. Tune in to learn the exact recipe Evan used to go from "a complete failure at fundraising" to raising 6 figures at his fundraising dinner.

Learn the #1 secret behind the Perfect Vision Dinner strategy. Uncover how one fundraising dinner produced over 180 new donors. Hear how a simple thank-you meeting turned into the exact board member the ministry had been praying for. And discover how CEF Metro Nashville went from $10K to $125,000 in one single night.

So whether you're starting from scratch or feel limited by your network, this episode will show you how to step out in faith and change the trajectory of your ministry. Tune in to learn how to build a network through the Perfect Vision Dinner Mentorship Program.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're answering the question: are traditional fundraising banquets dead? Tune in to find out!

Join us as we break down the shift from traditional banquets to a more effective approach. From ticket sales and table purchases to auctions and high-cost speakers, we’re talking about everything you need to know about why these models fall short — and what actually works instead.

Hear why selling tickets can offend your donors. See how table buyers often fill seats with people who have no real interest in giving. Learn the differences between traditional banquets and fundraising galas. And discover the secret to a 92% success rate at your next fundraising dinner!

So whether you’re hosting large-scale galas or struggling to grow your event revenue, this episode will help you rethink what actually leads to better results. Tune in to learn how to triple your results — with far less effort.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about Swipe Culture: everything you need to know about Gen Z fundraising, and how it affects you as a nonprofit leader.

Tune in as we discuss how Gen Z gives and how to reach them, moving through everything from short attention spans and influencer trust to crowdfunding and crypto. We'll cover what you need to change in messaging and outreach to keep this generation engaged.

Learn the secret to truly connecting with a "Zoomer". Explore the 3 things that Gen Z needs from you to be interested in your ministry. Find out how to actually reach Gen Z. And discover the playbook for winning attention in a culture of swiping and scrolling.

So whether you're building trust with first-time Gen Z donors or adjusting your approach to a scrolling world, this episode breaks down what to change and why it works.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about the 6 biggest fears people have when making an appeal — and how to overcome them.

Tune in as we walk through the deeper reasons it's so hard to ask for money. From the awkwardness of talking to friends, to the fear of losing control, we'll talk about every mindset you need to overcome to fundraise with confidence.

Hear the story of Jim's worst "No" response. Find out what made Moses just as inadequate as you feel. Discover how to overcome the fear of losing control through the power of Scripture. And learn about the donor who gave $25,000 — because $50,000 wasn't on the response card.

So whether you're new to appeals or are looking to refine your technique, this episode will give you the Scripture and paradigm shifts you need to move from beggar to ambassador and overcome your fundraising fears.

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Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how using the most overlooked word in major donor fundraising can radically transform your results.

Join us as we uncover the #1 word that is sabotaging your fundraising strategy. From fundraising banquets to major gift asks, get ready to learn the key to six-figure success.

Find out why "needs" trigger guilt motivation. Uncover how the purchase of a van can be reframed in terms of changed-life transformation. Learn the #1 secret to getting people excited about your ministry. And discover the one mindset change that can double your results!

So whether you're stuck trying to "meet payroll" or are ready to cast a bold vision, this episode will help you shift from fear to faith and start attracting major gifts with confidence.

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NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT?

Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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