News + Blogs

Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Donors not responding? Try this.

Silence from donors is frustrating — but fixable. Learn the Tailored approach to thinking bigger with major gift asks and getting a response when donors have gone quiet.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Thinking Bigger = Bigger Funding

Small asks produce small results. Learn why missionaries who shift their mindset to think bigger about major donors consistently raise more and reach full funding faster.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

5 Steps to Increased Funding

Don't let donor pledges fall through. These 5 follow-up steps help missionaries express gratitude, share impact, and lock in commitments from partners who said they'd give.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

When Can I Stop Fundraising?

Reaching 100% doesn't mean fundraising ends. Learn why ongoing partner development is a permanent part of missionary life — and how to make it feel less like a burden.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Inclusive Fundraising: Using the Right Words

The words you choose shape how donors feel. Learn how missionaries can use inclusive language that makes partners feel ownership in the ministry rather than like outsiders.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Pick Up the Phone and Dial

Emails are easy to ignore — calls get results. Learn the mindset shift that helped one missionary stop avoiding the phone and start setting appointments that led to funding.

Read More
Guest User Guest User

Don’t be discouraged by a “No”

It's easy to be disappointed or discouraged by someone who responds with a "no" to your invitation to partner in ministry. But what if you saw every interaction you had, every email, text, call, meeting - as planting a seed for the Kingdom?

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Simple is Attractive

Sharing 50% more than you need to costs you donors. Learn why a simpler, cleaner ministry presentation is more compelling — and how to find your essential story.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Remember Your Passion in Your Frustration

Burnout is real in fundraising. This coaching story reminds missionaries how to reconnect with their God-given passion when the process feels exhausting or discouraging.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

The Holistic Partnership Model

A healthy ministry needs three things in balance: leadership, impact, and partners. Learn how the holistic partnership model creates synergy and builds sustainable funding momentum.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Connecting With Millennials

Younger donors give differently. Learn 4 practical tips that help veteran missionaries connect with millennial financial partners and build a more generationally diverse support team.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

3 Must-Haves for an Effective Ask

Every effective ask has three things in common. Learn what they are and how to build them into every donor conversation so you walk away with a clear commitment.

Read More
Guest User Guest User

Tips for Missionaries

Have you ever told your friend about your mission and had them respond with a glassy-eyed stare? If so, then here are some suggestions to help you know how to use clearer language.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Donor Relationships 101

Relationship or money — which side weighs more in your donor conversations? Learn the foundational principle of building trust first so that asking feels natural, not transactional.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

10 Minute Windows

You don't need hours to move your fundraising forward. Learn how missionaries can use focused 10-minute windows throughout the day to make consistent, meaningful progress.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Have Faith in the Mission

When the same barriers keep appearing, faith is what keeps you moving. This real coaching story shows how missionaries push through repeated obstacles and reach full funding.

Read More
Russell Cooper Russell Cooper

Always Be Clear

Whether direct or indirect culture, clarity wins. Learn why being straightforward about your needs and invitations — in any context — produces better fundraising results.

Read More

Best Fundraising Tips EVER

Email Address*