58 | Why Your Donors Aren’t Engaging—3 Simple Story Fixes That Reignite Connection

58 | Why Your Donors Aren’t Engaging—3 Simple Story Fixes That Reignite Connection

14:27 Mar 2, 2026
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It’s hard not to wonder, “Do people even care about my ministry?” Even after pouring your heart out in a newsletter or update- no replies. no comments. barely a like. In this episode, we unpack why donor engagement drops — and it’s probably not what you think. I’ll walk you through 3 simple story shifts that can rebuild connection, restore clarity, and help your donors step into their real role.Listen to Similar Episodes:51 | Hate Fundraising? 3 Ways to Ease the “Ick” of Asking for Money in Ministry49 | 3 Beliefs That Keep You Stuck in Ministry Fundraising52 | When You're Burnt Out from Fundraising - 3 Simple Shifts For Clarity & Steady Support? 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/community Connect with me: lisa@irisstorytelling.com https://irisstorytelling.com
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