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Non-Profit · Lisa Diaz - Fundraising Coach, Nonprofit Strategist

Story‑Driven Fundraising | Missionary, Fundraising Ideas, Donations, Marketing Plan, NonProfit Groups

by Lisa Diaz - Fundraising Coach, Nonprofit Strategist

Do you wish fundraising was easier? Do you wish you didn’t have to worry so much about the money? Feeling the awkwardness, the icky-shame feeling of asking for money? Putting so much effort in but still getting “nos” or worse… ghosting? I’m excited you’re here!! This is the place for you to learn how to fundraise easier, get rid of the shame and awkwardness of asking for money, and finally start growing supporters for your ministry that stay for the long haul! Hi, I’m Lisa. I love Jesus, have been in ministry since I was born (missionary kid here) and I love being a part of what God is doing in people’s lives! I’ve worked with and in ministries that struggle to truly connect with supporters. I’ve seen the stigma around raising support, the scramble across platforms and videos to “keep up,” and the relentless trial-and-error that never quite clicks—often ending in burnout. But then I saw first hand the power of story and was BLOWN AWAY at how quickly it engaged donors and encouraged them to donate- the first time I used the power of story in our messaging, we raised so much support, the team wasn’t even prepared for it! This had never happened before! And I want the same for your ministry!! If you’re ready to finally raise the support you need—without the constant stress or worry… If you want to grow your base of supporters and keep them with you for the long haul… If you’re looking for a simple strategy you can use again and again—one that replaces burnout with confidence… And if you’re ready to drop the awkward, icky, or shameful feelings around asking for money… Then this podcast is for you. Grab your coffee, your calling, and maybe a snack—let’s do this. -Lisa Connect w/ me:lisa@irisstorytelling.comhttps://irisstorytelling.com

Latest episodes

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117 | Looking for More Donors? The #1 Thing to Do First in Your Fundraising

Ready to feel more confident talking to potential donors? Join me for my FREE live Fundraise with Confidence workshop, where I’ll show you how to start a donor conversati

Sep 24
18 min

116 | LIVE COACHING: Struggling to Find Ministry Donors? Start With WHO, Not Where

**If fundraising feels awkward, uncomfortable, or you’re never quite sure what to say to potential donors, join me for my free live workshop, Fundraise with Confidence.**

Sep 21
21 min

115 | Audit Your Fundraising Message with 3 Simple Checks

***If fundraising still feels awkward, heavy, or uncomfortable, I’m inviting you to my FREE live Fundraise with Confidence workshop! I’ll show you how to change the way y

Sep 17
25 min

114 | Fundraising Ask Feels Awkward? How to Make the Donor the Hero of Your Ministry Message

**Not sure how to start a donor conversation without it feeling awkward? Join me live and learn what to say to quickly connect donors with your mission and confidently le

Sep 14
17 min

113 | LIVE COACHING: Clarifying a Vague Fundraising Message

**Ready to fundraise without feeling awkward, embarrassed, or salesy? Join me for my FREE live Fundraise with Confidence workshop. Save your seat at irisstorytelling.com/

Sep 10
24 min

112 | When Missionary Fundraising Feels Selfish: How to Reframe the Ask

**Ready to fundraise without feeling awkward, embarrassed, or salesy? Join me for my FREE live Fundraise with Confidence workshop. Save your seat at irisstorytelling.com/

Sep 7
21 min

111 | How Do You Share an Impact Story in Your Ministry Fundraising Message?

You have a powerful impact story—but you don't know exactly how to use it in your overall message. Should you open with the story? Save it until the end? Put it some

Sep 3
15 min

110 | LIVE COACHING: What to Say in a Donor Meeting to Make Your Fundraising Message Clear

You finally get a meeting with a potential donor…and then realize you have no idea what you’re actually supposed to say. In this live coaching episode, I’m helping Cindy

Aug 31
25 min

109 | 3 Ministry Messaging Mistakes That Are Hurting Your Fundraising

You’ve worked hard on your ministry message. You’ve thought through the words on your website, practiced explaining what you do, and tried to communicate professionally.

Aug 27
19 min

108 | Haven’t Fundraised in Months? 3 Steps to Restart Your Ministry Fundraising Without the Panic

Has it been months since you’ve really fundraised? Ministry got busy, donor communication slipped, and now your support account is getting lower than you’d like. Suddenly

Aug 24
18 min

107 | Storytelling for Ministry Fundraising: 2 Ways to Use Story

You’ve heard that storytelling is powerful for fundraising—but storytelling is so much more than finding a good ministry story and retelling what happened. In this episo

Aug 20
20 min

106 | Want Business Sponsors? How to Find the RIGHT Partners for your Ministry

Businesses can give bigger donations, so it’s tempting to look for the company with the deepest pockets and think, If we could just get them on board, we’d finally hit ou

Aug 17
14 min

105 | Storytelling for Fundraising: The Simple Structure That Makes Your Ministry Message Clear

Your ministry has powerful stories—but knowing how to actually use storytelling in fundraising is a completely different challenge. In this episode, I’m breaking down th

Aug 13
19 min

104 | Comparing Your Ministry to Others? 3 Ways It’s Hurting Your Fundraising

🎉 LAST DAY TO WIN A FREE COACHING SESSION! I’m giving away a FREE 1-hour Fundraising Message Coaching Session to three winners. We’ll look at your fundraising message to

Aug 10
15 min

103 | Fundraising Is Stealing Time from Your Ministry—3 Shifts That Change Everything

**I’m celebrating the 100th episode of the podcast by giving away three FREE Fundraising Message Coaching Sessions! If you’ve been wanting personalized feedback on your f

Aug 6
18 min

102 | Getting Too Many Fundraising “No’s”? 3 Steps to Handle Rejection Without Losing Confidence

🎉 Episode 100 Giveaway Ends August 10! I’m giving away 3 free Fundraising Message Coaching Sessions to ministry leaders, missionaries, and nonprofit founders. If you want

Aug 3
23 min

101 | Fundraising Is Exhausting; Here Are 3 Ministry Rhythms To Build Ministry Support

🎉 100th Episode Giveaway! I’m celebrating 100 episodes by giving away 3 free Fundraising Message Coaching sessions (a $77 value each)! If you’re struggling to explain you

Jul 30
19 min

100 | Is Your Fundraising Ask Weak? This Mistake Keeps People From Supporting Your Ministry

**🎉 100 EPISODE GIVEAWAY** Enter to win one of 3 free Fundraising Message Coaching sessions at irisstorytelling.com/100 (entries close Aug 10th). What if the most polite

Jul 27
17 min

99 | Stop Losing Ministry Donors: The Fundraising Follow-Up Strategy That Wins More Yeses

You thought they were excited about your ministry. They asked great questions. The conversation went well. Then… nothing. Many ministry leaders assume silence means some

Jul 23
17 min

98 | Inconsistent Ministry Communication? 3 Fundraising Shifts That Create Loyal Donors

You get motivated to communicate consistently, send a few updates, and show up online—then ministry gets busy and months pass. When fundraising season comes around, you s

Jul 20
17 min

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Lisa knows what she is doing. She is clever and insightful, and also realistic. You will gain so much from this podcast if you are involved in any missionary or non-profit work! Don’t miss out!

kellyhallahan · Aug 2026

Love this podcast! It is so helpful for fundraising in a non-salesy way! And a great resources for non profits! I’m excited to share these tips with my church!

MomLife4Evr · Mar 2026

I love Lisa’s podcast! Each episode holds so much value, is engaging and relatable and has simple and actionable steps to take that make a difference! Story Driven Fundraising is truly a gift!

NParsons95 · Nov 2025

I love how Lisa crafts marketing strategies using storytelling. It’s a powerful way to engage your audience and inspire donors. I also enjoy hearing how she pulls out engaging stories in her interviews. She is a gifted storyteller.

Ykssul · Oct 2025

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