Episode 16 - Beyond the Annual Banquet with Haley Limo

Fundraising can feel overwhelming for many nonprofit leaders—especially when so much pressure is placed on annual banquets, galas, and constant financial uncertainty. But what if sustainable fundraising is built less on events and more on intentional relationships?In this episode of Lifeline for Leaders, Kirk and Linda Thomas sit down with Haley Limo, founder of Least of These Philanthropy, to talk about major gift fundraising, donor stewardship, and how faith-based nonprofits can grow support without losing sight of their mission.With more than 15 years of fundraising experience, Haley shares practical strategies that helped organizations dramatically increase giving through relationship-based fundraising—not by adding more events, but by building trust, stewarding donors well, and learning how to confidently ask.This conversation covers donor retention, stewardship systems, fundraising mindset shifts, major donor strategies, ROI, leadership growth, and how nonprofits can strengthen long-term financial sustainability. Haley also shares why asking is biblical, how organizations can move beyond a “manna mindset,” and why strong donor relationships still matter more than AI or flashy fundraising trends.If you’re a nonprofit leader, pregnancy center director, ministry leader, or fundraiser trying to grow support while staying mission-focused, this episode is full of practical encouragement and actionable wisdom.Connect with Haley Limo:Least of These Philanthropy, Haley Limo on LinkedIn🎧 Listen to Lifeline for Leaders on Spotify and Apple Podcasts ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube: Lifeline for Leaders 💼 Follow Lifeline for Leaders on LinkedIn