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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how FCA Northeast Florida is building faith on the field — and how they raised $327K at their first Perfect Vision Dinner. Join us for an interview with Matt Roop, Florida Regional Vice President of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. From questioning whether banquets were worth the work to raising six figures in one night, discover what happened when his team followed a different fundraising playbook. Hear why Matt abandoned a career in golf to join FCA. Find out what charging for dinner has in common with a bad first date. Learn what to do when you've run out of names to call. And discover why a team that booked a Christian celebrity says they don't need a big-name speaker. So whether you're struggling to raise your own support or ready to help your whole team grow, tune in to learn how the Perfect Vision Dinner can help you bring new partners into your ministry. Remember, the dinner is just the beginning. Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit development strategies! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: fca, building faith on the field,faith on the field, fca florida, vision dinner, fundraising masterminds, fundraising masterminds podcast, fca northeast florida, matt roop, fellowship of christian athletes, fundraising playbook, fundraising, big-name speakers, raise your own support, raising personal support, personal support-raising, nonprofit development, nonprofit development strategies, jim dempsey, jason galicinski, perfect vision dinner, vision dinner mentorship program.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're debunking the myth of the Muller Mentality and looking at what George Muller actually believed about faith and fundraising. Join us for a deep dive into the life of Muller and his fundraising strategies. We will be tackling the topic from the perspective of his own autobiography: The Life of Trust: Being a Narrative of the Lord’s Dealings with George Muller. We will discuss what the nonprofit legend didn't do, what he actually did, and what we should really take away from his legacy. Discover what Muller's actual life looked like, and how lessons from his fundraising have been distorted over time. Learn what he really believed about asking for money. Uncover if he really did "just pray" — or if there was something else that helped bring in the dollars. And ultimately, find out how George Muller raised $150,000,000 of today's currency — without explicitly asking for a penny. So whether you're a staunch supporter of Muller's anti-appeal approach, or just curious if he was really opposed to fundraising, this episode will give you the confidence you need to blend faith, prayer, and invitation into a balanced development strategy that takes intentional action while fully trusting God. Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit mindset training! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: the muller mentality, teh muller mentality, the myth of the muller mentality, myth of the muller mentality, muller mentality, debunking the myth of the muller mentality, fundraising masterminds, fundraising masterminds podcast, george muller, fundraising strategies, development strategy, balanced development strategy, nonprofits mindset training, jim dempsey, jason galicinski, nonprofit development, nonprofit development strategies, nonprofit fundraising strategies, nonporofits.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how ISOW Bible College went from $60K to $1.5M in 3 years. Join us as we break down the principles and paradigm shifts of friendraising. From asking for money to building real relationships, we're looking at the mindset shift that will help you go from nervous fundraising to long-term development. Uncover why your million-dollar donors are hiding behind $500 checks. Find out how ISOW exceeded their goal by 900%, just to train more pastors. Discover why the former U.S. Vice President's brother wrote the largest check at their dinner. And learn the fundraising philosophy behind ISOW's explosive growth! So whether you're preparing your first Vision Dinner or looking for new ways to fundraise, this episode will show you why it matters to stay true to your vision and build genuine relationships. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit success stories. ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: isow, friendraising, friendraising over fundraising, friendraising vs. fundraising, isow bible college, fundraising masterminds, fundraising masterminds podcast, long-term development, million-dollar donors, million dollar donors, fundraising philosophy, vision dinners, fundraising dinners, new ways to fundraise, nonprofit success, nonprofit success stories, jim dempsey, jason galicinski, bryan cutshall, perfect vision dinner, perfect vision dinner mentorship program, nonprofits.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how to transition nonprofit leadership — without losing donors, damaging trust, or sacrificing relationships that took years to build. Join us for a practical discussion about one of the hardest stages of nonprofit growth. From relying only on clear ROI to firing your new Development Director just 6 months early, we're covering the most common mistakes people make when it comes to transitioning leadership. Discover why the average development director lasts only 18 months. Find out how to truly measure success in development. Learn how to transfer trust between your leadership team. And uncover the sobering costs behind handing off donors too quickly. So whether you're preparing to hire a Development Director or in the midst of a transition yourself, this episode will show you how to hand off authority in a way that honors your relationships. Don't miss out! Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit tips and tricks. ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: transition nonprofit leadership, how to transition nonprofit leadership, nonprofit leadership, how to transition nonprofit leadership without losing donors, losing donors, fundraising masterminds, nonprofit growth, development director, transitioning leadership, average development director, nonprofit tips and tricks, fundraising masterminds podcast, jim dempsey, jason galicinski, gospel rescue mission, rescue mission, counseling ministry, how to transition nonrpoft leadership.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're exposing the "best practices" of the fundraising software industry — and why you're subconsciously following rules you didn't write. Join us as we pull back the curtain to look at how the fundraising software industry really works on the inside. Learn why they funnel nonprofits into transactional fundraising strategies — and how your best ideas might be fueled by nothing more than fees. Discover the two ways that software companies actually make money. Find out who really benefits from the traditional gala model. Uncover the hidden reason every fundraising platform is recommending the same strategies again and again. And learn why a software company will never help you find a $100K donor! So whether you're looking for event software or looking for online fundraising advice, this episode shows why you should be careful in who you choose to trust. Tune in to break out of the box and rewrite your fundraising rules! Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit development strategies. ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: fundraising industry, fundraising inudstry, exposing the fundraising industry, exposing the fundraising industry the rules you didn't write, the fundraising industry, fundraising masterminds podcast, fundraising masterminds, fundraising software, fundraising software industry, fundraising strategies, software companies, traditional gala, nonprofit gala, traditional nonprofit gala, fundraising platform, online fundraising advice, fundraising rules, nonprofit development, podcast.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how to overcome the hidden fear of major donor rejection. Tune in to learn about the anxiety that no one names, but everyone feels. From awkward first appointments to major gifts falling through, learn how to stop taking rejection personally and start moving forward. Uncover the root issue beneath major donor rejection. Find out how a $5,000 ask turned into a $10,000 gift. Learn the musicianship secret behind successful fundraising. And discover how every "no" brings you one step closer to a "yes." So whether you're preparing for your very first major donor presentation or recovering from a difficult response, this episode will show you how to walk into every meeting with faith over fear. Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit mindset training! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: major donor, major donor fundraising, major donor rejection, fear of major donors, fear of major donor rejection, overcome the fear of major donors, overcome the fear of major donor rejection, overcome the hidden fear of major donor rejection, how to overcome the fear of major donors, how to overcome the fear of major donor rejection, how to overcome the hidden fear of major donor rejection, major gifts, major donor presentation, nonprofit mindset training, jim dempsey, nonprofits.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're rethinking the Leadership Triangle: the missing link to nonprofit growth. Join us for another episode of our ongoing Development 101 series, where we break down the core principles of Biblical nonprofit development in a way that you can actually apply to your ministry. From the picture of dysfunctional leadership to the ideal blueprint you should use to build YOUR nonprofit, we're covering everything you need to know to shape a healthy leadership team. Learn why your major donors aren't opening up to your Development Director. Discover the mindset holding back your nonprofit board of directors. Uncover the real reason Executive Directors burn out. And get ready to embrace the leadership paradigm shift that changes everything. So whether you're leading a struggling startup or strengthening an established organization, this episode will show you the secret behind sustainable nonprofit development. Tune in to build a leadership structure that lasts! Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit mindset training. ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: leadership triangle, rethinking the leadership triangle, nonprofit growth, the missing link to nonprofit growth, development 101, fundraising masterminds, fundraising masterminds podcast, nonprofit development, biblical nonprofit development, build your nonprofit, blueprint to building your nonprofit, major donors, development director, executive director, nonprofit board, nonprofit board of directors, board of directors, leadership paradigm shift, nonprofit mindset, nonprofit.       Code: 48WBZUUS4J6ABDHG

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about donor-advised funds — the smartest giving strategy of 2026 — and why your nonprofit can no longer afford to ignore them. Join us today with an interview with Eric Fleshood, CEO of the Cru Foundation and veteran planned giving expert. We'll break down exactly what a DAF is, why donors use them, and how you can use them to make giving easier for your major donors. Hear why DAFs started in 1931, how a 1969 tax law changed the game, and how Fidelity, Vanguard, and Schwab made them a mainstream tool. Discover why donor-advised gifts average 20 times higher than typical donations. And find out exactly how to utilize the #1 growing vehicle for online giving in your nonprofit! So whether you're introducing your donors to new giving options or are just looking for smarter ways to fund your mission, this episode will teach you everything you need to know about donor-advised funds. DAFs are here to stay, and it is time to learn how to take advantage of them! Don't forget to subscribe to our channel, and tune in next week to learn about rethinking the Leadership Triangle: the missing link to nonprofit growth. ASK US A QUESTION: NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: donor-advised funds, donor advised funds, donor advised funds explained, donor advised funds 2026, donor adviced funds explained, donor adviced funds 2026, giving strategies, the smartest giving strategy of 2026, eric fleshood, fundraising masterminds, fundraisingmasterminds podcast, cru foundation, planned giving, planned giving expert, major donors, donor-advised gifts, donor advised gifts, DAF, daf, jim dempsey, jason galicinski, what is a daf, what is a donor advised fund.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how to scale major donor development without sacrificing relationships. Tune in to discover the #1 key to a successful development team. We'll show you how to go from struggling to stay afloat to scaling a healthy organization — without burning relationships in the process. Discover the similarities between running a juice bar and a nonprofit. Learn how growth can actually damage donor relationships. Uncover the 3 core components of a healthy development team. And find out how 28 pledge cards in a bathroom can change the trajectory of your ministry forever. So whether you're just starting your nonprofit or are feeling the pains of growth, this episode will help build a clearer path forward. Tune in to start building a stronger development team today. Subscribe to our podcast for more nonprofit development strategies . . . and don't forget to tune in next month for the next installment of Development 101! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: major donor, major donor development, scale major donor development, scaling major donor development, how to scale major donor development, scaling major donor development without sacrificing relationships, how to scale major donor development without sacrificing relationships, nonprofit development, nonprofit development team, nonprofit development strategies, development 101, nonprofit fundraising, major donors, donor relationships, healthy development team, fundraising 101.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're uncovering the 3 most dangerous board fundraising myths and how believing them will destroy your nonprofit from the inside out. Join us as we discover the paradigm shifts behind ineffective beliefs on the board. From disengagement to dysfunction, from bad fits to burnout, we're uncovering the root problem beneath the surface symptoms. Hear why “warm bodies” make weak boards. Discover the four words every board member needs to understand. Learn why equal sacrifice matters more than equal giving. And uncover the core mindset shift behind almost every board struggle. So whether you're building your board from scratch or looking for ways to improve, this episode will show you what healthy board fundraising actually looks like. Remember, your board is not a box to check — it is a vital aspect of your mission. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit mindset training! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: board fundraising myths, fundraising myths, most dangerous board fundraising myths, 3 most dangerous board fundraising myths, three most dangerous board fundraising myths, the 3 most dangerous board fundraising myths, the three most dangerous board fundraising myths, dangerous fundraising myths, 3 most dangerous fundraising myths, board member, nonprofit board members, nonprofit board member, nonprofit mindset, nonprofit mindset training, mindset training, jim dempsey, nonprofits.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're answering the question: Is the Vision Dinner model a prosperity gospel tactic? Tune in to find out! Join us as we talk through the difference between biblical faith, wise preparation, and “name it and claim it” thinking. From big fundraising numbers to genuine donor relationships, we're unpacking why the model is not about guilt or pressure, but about doing our part well and trusting God to do what only He can do. Find out if the Perfect Vision Dinner promotes prosperity gospel tactics. Uncover the myth of the Müller Mentality. Learn why faith without action is holding your nonprofit back. And discover how 92% of trained nonprofits raise $100K or more at their first fundraising dinner! So whether you’re skeptical of fundraising strategy or wondering how faith and development work together, tune in today for an honest look at what the Vision Dinner model really teaches. Remember, God owns it all; but we still have a part to play. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit mindset training! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: Vision Dinner, vision dinner model, the vision dinner model, prosperity gospel, prosperity gospel tactic, fundraising masterminds, fundraising masterminds podcast, jim dempsey, jason galicinski, fundraising, fundraising numbers, donor relationships, perfect vision dinner, fundraising dinner, first fundraising dinner, fundraising strategy, nonprofit mindset, nonprofit mindset training, mindset training, perfect vision dinner mentorship program, perfect vision dinner course, jim.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about the #1 framework behind major donors for life. Tune in to find out what it is and how to take advantage of it! Join us as we talk through the most important concepts in major donor fundraising. From the “Big Easy Fast” mentality to the 80-20 principle, we're talking about the proven strategies that will bring in long-term support. Discover why development done right has no asks. Learn the repeatable process to building lasting relationships. Uncover the biggest reason why major donor programs fail. And hear the incredible story of how one ministry went from $180K to $370K to a $1.5M fundraising dinner! So whether you’re building your first major donor program from scratch or trying to go deeper with current partners, tune in today to learn the practical framework that will help you build a foundation for lasting growth. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit development training! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: major donors, major gifts, major gifts officer, major donor fundraising, major donors for life, major donor, framework behind major donors, framework behind major donor, framework behind major donors for life, the #1 framework behind major donors for life, nonprofit development, major donor programs, fundraising dinner, major donor program, building your first major donor program, nonprofit development training, jason galicinski, jim dempsey, fundraising masterminds, nonprofit.

Download the free PDF here: → https://fundraisingmasterminds.net/board9-pdf In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about why most nonprofit boards resist fundraising, and how to get yours involved. Tune in as we uncover the mindset shift from passive faith to active engagement. From sitting on the sidelines to stepping in to ask, we're talking about what it actually takes to move your board from resistance to ownership. Uncover the myth of the Müller Mentality. See why “just trusting God” can become an excuse. Discover the secret of the Romans Principle. And hear the story behind a "random" $10,000 gift — that showed up right after the need was finally spoken. So whether you're leading a hesitant board or trying to spark real engagement, this episode will show you how prayer and action work together—and why stepping forward is the turning point for breakthrough. Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit mindset training. ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: why nonprofit boards resist fundraising, why most nonprofit boards resist fundraising, nonprofit boards resist fundraising, fundraising masterminds, fundraising masterminds podcast, move your board, move your board from resistance to ownership, muller mentality, the muller mentality, romans principles, nonprofit mindsets, nonprofit mindset training, jason galicinski, jim dempsey, how to be a board member of a nonprofit, how to be a board memeber of a nonprofit, mindset training.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how Libertas Academy is advancing freedom through education — and a $355K Perfect Vision Dinner. Join us for an interview with Jenna Salazar as we walk through how Libertas Academy multiplied their fundraising gala revenue by 5 using the Perfect Vision Dinner strategy. From struggling to cover a $181K tuition gap to presenting a clear plan that moved people to give, we’re talking about what actually works for classical Christian schools today. See how a rural school filled two nights in a community of just 700 people. Hear how an anonymous donor stepped in at the perfect moment to cover the cost of the program. Learn why scrapping tickets helped them to have their best gala to date. And discover the #1 secret to closing the tuition gap for your Christian school. So whether you’re barely covering expenses or dreaming about growth beyond tuition, this episode shows how a clear vision can transform your funding model and rally a community around something that truly matters. Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit development strategies. ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: libertas academy, libertas acadamy, advancing freedom through education, freedom through education, perfect vision dinner, vision dinner, Jenna salazar, jim dempsey, jason galicinski, fundraising gala, fundraising gala revenue, multiplying fundraising gala revenue, perfect vision dinner strategy, vision dinner strategy, tuition gap, classical christian school, classical christian schools, closing the tuition gap, christian school, nonprofit development, fundraising banquets.

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about why you don't need a network of support to start building one. Join us for an interview with Evan Chase, Executive Director of CEF Metro Nashville, as we walk through his journey from having just a handful of contacts to filling a room with over 200 guests. Tune in to learn the exact recipe Evan used to go from "a complete failure at fundraising" to raising 6 figures at his fundraising dinner. Learn the #1 secret behind the Perfect Vision Dinner strategy. Uncover how one fundraising dinner produced over 180 new donors. Hear how a simple thank-you meeting turned into the exact board member the ministry had been praying for. And discover how CEF Metro Nashville went from $10K to $125,000 in one single night. So whether you're starting from scratch or feel limited by your network, this episode will show you how to step out in faith and change the trajectory of your ministry. Tune in to learn how to build a network through the Perfect Vision Dinner Mentorship Program. Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit development strategies! ASK US A QUESTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/fundraisingmasterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT? Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years. The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential. The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course. The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit. → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/discovery-call FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: → Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/fundraising.masterminds⁠⁠⁠ Episode Keywords: