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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 19 MIN

69 | 3 Reasons Why Donors Aren’t Engaging With Your Ministry Fundraising

from Story‑Driven Fundraising | Ministry, Fundraising Ideas, Donations, Marketing Plan, NonProfit Groups · host Lisa Diaz - Fundraising Coach, Nonprofit Strategist

**Join the FREE Fundraise with Confidence Workshop and learn exactly what to say when you ask for money. Save your spot: irisstorytelling.com/fundraising**You keep showing up. You send the newsletter. You post the update. You share what God is doing. And still… it feels like crickets. No replies. No comments. No real response.In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reasons donors stop engaging—and it’s probably not because they don’t care. We’ll talk about the noise they’re living in, why your message may not be connecting emotionally, and the consistency gap that quietly weakens donor trust over time. If you’ve been wondering why people aren’t paying attention, this will help you see what needs to shift.Similar Episodes: 59 | 3 Signs Your Fundraising Message is Turning Donors Away57 | Not Getting Enough Donations? 3 Story Shifts That Inspire People to Give63 | Missionary Basics: 5 Steps to Share Your Story Clearly—Even If Fundraising Feels Awkward👉 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

**Join the FREE Fundraise with Confidence Workshop and learn exactly what to say when you ask for money. Save your spot: irisstorytelling.com/fundraising** You keep showing up. You send the newsletter. You post the update. You share what God is doing. And still… it feels like crickets. No replies. No comments. No real response. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reasons donors stop engaging—and it’s probably not because they don’t care. We’ll talk about the noise they’re living i...

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