31 | 4 Steps to Sharing Stories That Engage Donors

Ever felt overwhelmed, thinking “I should share stories with donors…but I don’t even know where to start,”?You already know how powerful stories are—especially when you see God transforming lives through your ministry. Those stories lift you, encourage you, and remind you exactly why you do what you do.But when it’s time to share those stories with donors and supporters?Suddenly it feels hard.Maybe you don’t know which stories to tell… or how to tell them well… or you feel like all your stories sound the same.The good news? You can tell powerful stories—even if you don’t consider yourself a storyteller. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down a simple 4-step framework to help you find the right story, tell it clearly, and share it in a way that engages donors and highlights the work God is doing through your ministry.What You’ll LearnThe essential first step that makes any story instantly more compellingWhy emotional clarity—not creativity—is what truly connects your donor to the storyA simple structure you can follow to share stories confidently in emails, donor updates, social posts, or on stageSimilar Episodes: 24 | How to Find Stories That Inspire Donors (Even When Ministry Feels Quiet)16 | Donors Ghosting You? The #1 Thing Every Ask Must Have12 | Ministry Storytelling Made Simple: A Framework to Engage Donors👉 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/communityConnect with me:[email protected]://irisstorytelling.com