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On today's episode, Mary takes a listener question who asks, "As a ministry worker, should I support myself and be bi-vocational?"
In this episode you'll hear:
- What does it mean to be bi-vocational
- Is it right or wrong to be bi-vocational
- Should ministry workers be poor
- Why do ministries and...
On today's episode, Mary shares how to start fresh and hit the reset button in the new year.
In this episode you'll hear:
- The 7 tips to start the new year off right
- How to create a new vision of what's possible for you and your work
- When's the best time to make a change
If you enjoy the show,...
On today's episode, Mary shares the #1 reason your ministry may not be fully funded.
In this episode you'll hear:
- The 3 action steps to build your faith to raise the funds you need
- How to promote your "personal brand" without feeling scammy
- The mental strategies you can use to gain the...
On today's episode, Mary answers a listener question who asks,
"How do I build a relationship with a multi-millionaire?"
In this episode you'll hear:
- The 5 ways to build new relationships (regardless of how wealthy they are)
- What actions steps can you take to start reaching out
- How you...
On today's episode, Mary answers the question,
"Should I give a year-end gift to my donors? If so, what should I give them?"
In this episode you'll hear:
- What gifts work (and what don't)
- How to get your gifts donated so your donor's donation doesn't pay for gifts
- New gift ideas for...
On today's episode, Mary answers the question,
"If I can only do two things at the end of the year, what should I do to maximize my year-end giving?"
In this episode you'll hear:
- How to take action before December 31st
- What two things should I do (with a bonus third if you have the time!)
- What...
On today's episode, Mary answers a listener question who asks,
What are some strategies for ministries serving in closed countries?
It's hard enough to raise funds, but then add all the challenges of working in a religously hostile environment to the mix.
In this episode you'll hear:
- How to...
On today's episode, Mary answers a listener question who asks,
"What are your thoughts on the effectiveness of direct mail fundraising for ministry nonprofits?"
Paying for postage and mailing may feel like a waste of your time and resources, but Mary gives you the four primary reasons why direct...
On today's episode, Mary brings in a special guest to answer today's listener question who asks,
"I don't know anyone who is fully funded! Could you help me?"
When a student joins Fully Funded Academy, they get access to our Fully Funded Checklist document. In it we ask our students to...
In today's episode, Mary takes on a listener question.
KC asks...
"I have been in full-time missions work for 23 years and am in the process of starting a new ministry geared toward women in missions with a colleague. We are starting from scratch and could really use some guidance. Could you...
Kim shares:
- How to avoid confusion when you do ministry with a spouse.
- How to speak from one voice.
- How frequently should you communicate with your email list.
- What should you share in your emails.
- and much more.
If you enjoy the show, please share it with a friend, and consider a special gift...
An annual campaign includes the funds raised to provide for the cost of operational funds of a ministry, organization, or individual raising support.
Annual giving is a MUST for anyone raising funds. We cannot rely on monthly support alone. Give your donors the option to choose how they want to...