Story‑Driven Fundraising | Missionary, Fundraising Ideas, Donations, Marketing Plan, NonProfit Groups

Lisa Diaz - Fundraising Coach, Nonprofit Strategist

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.comhttps://irisstorytelling.com

  1. 1d ago

    85 | Too Busy to Fundraise? 3 Simple Ways Ministry Leaders Stay Consistent in Busy Seasons

    You know donor communication matters… but right now? You can barely keep your head above water. Summer schedules. Ministry emergencies. Family needs. Constant reacting. And somewhere in the middle of all that, you’re still supposed to send newsletters, stay connected with supporters, and keep fundraising moving forward. In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when ministry life gets so overwhelming that donor communication keeps getting pushed aside. If you’ve been feeling underwater lately, this episode will help you create a realistic rhythm that actually works in busy ministry seasons. Similar Episodes:  81 | No Time to Fundraise? 3 Ways to Get Time Back for Ministry Support 77 | Your Fundraising Isn’t Connecting—3 Ways to Turn Your Message Into a Compelling Story 74 | What NOT to Say When Fundraising for Your Ministry (And What to Say 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: lisa@irisstorytelling.com https://irisstorytelling.com

    18 min
  2. May 25

    82 | Why Ministry Fundraising Feels Slow and 3 Ways to Build Donor Trust Faster

    People might love your ministry… and still hesitate to support it. That’s the frustrating part of fundraising that almost nobody talks about.  You have conversations. People listen. They seem interested. They even encourage you. Yet somehow the support still feels slow. In this episode, we’re talking about why donor trust takes so long to build sometimes — and what you can do to speed that process up in a healthy, honest way. We’ll walk through the 3 things that build trust faster with donors so your ministry fundraising becomes clearer, stronger, and more effective over time. Similar Episodes: 59 | 3 Signs Your Fundraising Message is Turning Donors Away 55 | Fundraising is Overwhelming- Here's a Story-Driven Marketing Plan for Steady Support 58 | Why Your Donors Aren’t Engaging—and 3 Simple Story Fixes That Reignite Connection 👉 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: lisa@irisstorytelling.com https://irisstorytelling.com

    17 min
  3. May 21

    81 | No Time to Fundraise? 3 Ways to Get Time Back for Ministry Support

    Do you feel like fundraising keeps getting pushed to the bottom of your list? You know donor relationships matter. You know you should be communicating more consistently. But ministry responsibilities, meetings, events, homeschooling, emails, and constant interruptions keep taking over. And before you know it, another month passes without intentionally fundraising or nurturing donor relationships. In this episode, I share 3 practical ways to get time back for fundraising and ministry support — even when life feels overwhelming. You’ll learn how to stop living in constant reactivity, prioritize donor relationships without guilt, and create systems that help fundraising actually happen consistently. Similar Episodes: 51 | Hate fundraising? 3 Ways to Ease the Ick of Asking for Money 50 | LIVE COACHING: Clarify Your Ministry Fundraising Message w/ Cherilyn Kolbas 62 | Struggling to Fundraise? How a Clear Marketing Plan Can Get Your Ministry Fully Funded 👉 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: lisa@irisstorytelling.com https://irisstorytelling.com

    20 min
  4. May 18

    80 | How to Get Donors to Say Yes Faster in Ministry Fundraising

    What happens when the donors you were relying on end up not giving… or stop after a little while? It can throw everything off. Logistically, financially, emotionally. You start wondering what happened, why it’s taking so long for people to commit, and whether fundraising is always supposed to feel this difficult. So why does it take some donors months — or even years — to finally say yes? In this episode, Lisa walks through the 3 biggest things that help donors support your ministry more quickly. You’ll learn how to identify your ideal donor, communicate your ministry with more clarity, and build trust faster so fundraising stops feeling so heavy and slow. Similar Episodes: 59 | 3 Signs Your Fundraising Message is Turning Donors Away 55 | Fundraising is Overwhelming- Here's a Story-Driven Marketing Plan for Steady Support 58 | Why Your Donors Aren’t Engaging—and 3 Simple Story Fixes That Reignite Connection 👉 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: lisa@irisstorytelling.com https://irisstorytelling.com

    18 min
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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.comhttps://irisstorytelling.com