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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:
lisa@irisstorytelling.com
https://irisstorytelling.com
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**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 ...
**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 as...
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 mes...
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 Askin...
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 Mess...
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 ...
**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 t...
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 wonde...
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 conf...
Ministry fundraising can feel exhausting—especially when you’ve been faithful for years and still feel like you’re barely making it. If you’re juggling everything, trying every strategy, and still feeling scattered, this episode is for you. In this conversation, we talk about why fundraising so often feels heavy and unfocused—and how to move from burnout and pressure into clarity and peace. I walk you through three simple shifts that help you stop carrying what God never asked you to carr...
If you hate fundraising and feel an overwhelming sense of shame or “ick” every time you have to ask for money, you’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, we unpack why asking for money feels so uncomfortable for so many ministry leaders and share three practical mindset shifts that can ease (and even dissolve) that icky feeling. If fundraising feels heavy, awkward, or emotionally draining—and you’re tired of forcing yourself to push through it—this ...
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/48-is-there-1-thing-that-creates-explosive-fundraising-growth/id1827301847?i=1000745702596If ministry fundraising feels heavy, confusing, or harder than it should be, unclear messaging may be the real issue holding you back. In this episode, you’ll hear a live coaching conversation with a seasoned ministry leader who admits, “Sometimes I don’t even know what we’re doing”—and why that feeling makes fundraising intimidating, inconsistent, and exhaus...
If your ministry fundraising feels stuck—no matter how long you’ve been serving or how faithfully you’ve shown up—there may be something deeper holding it back. In this episode, we unpack 3 common beliefs that quietly keep ministry fundraising from moving forward. If you’re tired of second-guessing what to say, feeling awkward asking for support, or wondering why your message isn’t connecting, this episode will help you get unstuck and begin fundraising with greater confidence and peace. ...
If your ministry is barely making ends meet and you’ve been searching for the one thing that will finally bring explosive fundraising growth, this episode is for you. Many ministry leaders feel stuck—faithful, hardworking, and called by God, yet seeing little or no growth in monthly support and donations. Is there a single change that can create overnight fundraising breakthroughs? This episode will help you release the pressure of “quick wins,” build a sustainable fundraising mindset, an...
If your fundraising messaging isn’t working and you know it’s inconsistent, confusing, or simply not connecting with donors—but you don’t know where to start—this episode is for you. In this episode, I'll walk you through step one of fixing your fundraising message by going back to the core of your ministry: why it exists. This practical, faith-centered teaching will help you simplify your message, gain confidence in fundraising, and start creating donor messaging that is clear, compe...
Donors aren’t responding—and it can leave you feeling confused, discouraged, and unsure of what’s actually wrong with your fundraising. You’re sending emails, posting on social media, updating your website, and sharing about the work you’re doing, yet donors still don’t seem to connect, engage, or give. In this episode, we uncover what your fundraising message is likely missing and why story is the key to creating a real donor connection. If your fundraising feels stuck and you’re not...
Ever had a big fundraising day—like Giving Tuesday—where you showed up, did what you could, and still felt disappointed by the results? In this episode, we talk about why some fundraising days fall flat and why it usually has less to do with competition and more to do with trust. You’ll learn three simple ways to build stronger donor relationships so fundraising becomes more sustainable and less exhausting over time. Similar Episodes: 41 | When Your Ministry Feels Invisible: 3 Steps to Bu...
Your nonprofit may be struggling with fundraising not because its mission isn’t important, but because its messaging is unclear. When nonprofit messaging relies on clever titles, insider language, or vague slogans, potential donors feel confused and move on. In this episode, I'll unpack the most common nonprofit messaging mistake that quietly costs donors—why clarity builds trust, how confusing messaging hurts donor engagement and retention, and what nonprofit leaders can do to simpli...
Is your ministry messaging falling flat—no engagement, low responses, and donors who just aren’t connecting with what you’re saying? In this episode, we talk about why “more information” isn’t the answer and how storytelling can instantly transform your fundraising communication. You’ll learn how story helps you engage donors quickly, build trust faster, and create messaging that is memorable in a noisy world. We’ll dig into the real reasons your social media posts, newsletters, donor...
Are you tired of chasing donors? If fundraising feels like an exhausting cycle of constantly finding new people because the ones you have aren’t sticking around, you’re not alone. In this episode, we unpack why that burnout happens and what it actually takes to attract donors who stay, grow with you, and truly care about the need your ministry meets. You’ll learn the three traits of loyal, long-term supporters, how motivation shapes donor behavior, and how your messaging can begin drawing in ...
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