There's a good chance that if I asked you to share your ministry with me, you would share about 50-75% more than you need to and would lose my interest.

Consider me a stereotypical millennial with the attention span of a gnat, if it makes you feel better.

Have you ever had someone commit to giving to your organization or cause, but not actually give? Has anyone ever told you that they want to partner with your ministry, but they never actually do? As the fundraiser, follow-up is your job. No one will ever care more about your ministry or cause than you do.

How to ask college students to partner with you through something we call “The Starbucks Challenge”

Before your next call or appointment, apply these 3 simple principles to your strategy and just watch how the dynamic will change!

As coaches we listen to our clients to better understand their mindsets coming into fundraising. We ask powerful questions that often uncovers hidden expectations and motives. This can lead to discoveries that are critical to their fundraising success.

I recently had a client tell me they were getting very discouraged because they were making phone calls to their donors and no one was getting back with them.

Giving history is a great indicator for identifying major donors. If someone has given you at least $500 in the past, they could potentially give again and give more. Making the leap from $500 to $1,000 is likely not a huge jump for most major donors

One of the greatest hurdles our clients have to overcome in fundraising is the dreaded phone call.... READ MORE

Don't wait for a deep relationship before asking. Learn why allowing giving to initiate the relationship can build stronger, lasting ministry partnerships.

Have you ever walked away from a chance encounter mentally kicking yourself for not sharing what’s on your heart? I know I have! I believe that God is constantly giving us opportunities to share His goodness and how He is moving. It’s up to us to maximize those moments. The challenge is figuring out how to take those surface-level conversations and transform them into an opportunity to share about God’s goodness.

Feeling self-conscious or unclear when sharing your ministry? This real coaching story shows how to gain clarity and confidence in your fundraising conversations.

Walk into your next donor meeting prepared. These 4 quick tips help missionaries communicate their mission clearly and leave with a committed financial partner.

Join Tailored Fundraising's free webinars led by professional coaches. Packed with practical tips to help missionaries raise support faster and with more confidence.

Just now thinking about a year end appeal? You're late but not completely out.

Worried about your numbers at year end? These strategies help missionaries review their giving report and take action to close the year in a healthy financial position.

Tired of silence after your asks? Part 1 of this series explains why donors don't respond and what to change about your ask to get a generous yes almost every time.