Fully Funded Podcast - Fundraising for Christian Missionaries

Chris Barlow is the customer happiness director for Beeline Marketing and an all-around master of digital marketing.  After working in sales, Chris moved on to volunteering for a nonprofit. Everyone in mission work has a skill that they can serve other people with. Chris has found success by finding out what donors need and providing it to them before asking for anything from them. In this episode...

Daniel Hammond is a former interrogator for the military and to say his life has been turned around would be an understatement! Today, Daniel runs a significant nursing school ministry in Honduras. I recently met Daniel in Nashville at Mike Kim's mastermind events and he said, "Mary Valloni, we're going to change the world together!" We hit it off as immediate friends, and while he's been part of...

One of things Mike Kim talks about in his new book, You Are the Brand , are three questions you need to ask yourself to gain INSTANT clarity: What pisses you off? What breaks your heart? What is the big problem you are trying to solve? You can find Mike's book on Amazon here . In this episode, Mary walks you through the questions to help you connect with your "why".  

Mary takes a question from a listener named Michael (last name withheld) regarding how transparent you should be about how much support you live on. This can be a touchy issue for anyone raising or living off support, so if you're struggling in this area be sure to tune in. Do you have a question you'd like to submit for our podcast? Visit: fullyfundedacademy.com/question

Poverty is a mindset! It creates that sense of scarcity, which you then become accustomed to. In this episode, Mary Valloni walks you through seven ways to overcome the scarcity mindset so that you stop hinging your ministry and life on simply protecting the scarce resources that you have. Never surrender your hopes and dreams to the fateful limitations others (or you!) have placed on your life!

In life, we have three circles of relationships: our close friends, our colleagues, and our acquaintances.  In this episode, Mary talks with fundraising coach, mentor, and former Vice President of Development at North Central University, Roger Lane. Roger has worked on over 180 fundraising projects and raised over $400 million dollars ... and you can be sure he understands the power of relationshi...

Have a question you want us to answer? Go to: fullyfundedacademy.com/podcast Many of us get 60%, 70%, or 80% funded and then freeze! What gives? The answer is NOT doing this alone. It's so important to lock arms with others and enlist others to help us raise support. In this episode, Mary will walk you through the Buyer's Journey and the Donor's Journey, and how building an advisory team creates e...

In today's episode, Mike and Mary continue their conversation on Mike's upcoming book, You Are the Brand , and how to effectively communicate online. In this episode you'll hear: Questions to ask yourself before you hit publish on anything The difference between being authentic versus transparent How to tell stories you can "build a campfire around" Resources: You Are the Brand book Support Letter...

Welcome to season 3 of the Fully Funded Podcast!  In this episode, Mary interviews Mike on his upcoming book, You Are the Brand . In this episode you'll hear: Mike's 8-Step Blueprint to showcase your unique expertise Mike's journey from the book idea to getting published How those who are the "face" of the organization can leverage their personal brand to raise more money Resources: You Are the Br...

In this episode, Mike and Mary have a candid conversation that includes their thoughts on 2020, what they've learned, and their intentions for the future.   In this episode you'll hear: An incredible Fully Funded Academy student testimonial.  How you can't just sit back and let God do all the work; you have to take responsibility for building your own life. What Mike and Mary are most excited for...

In this episode, Mary talks about productivity and how to get more stuff done with special guest, Kamron Collins-Johnson.   In this episode you'll hear: How to be more productive in your day-to-day tasks. Why people struggle with getting organized, especially when it comes to using new technology. Kamron's top three areas you can tackle right now to take back control of your life. Since this episo...

In this episode, Mike and Mary share the exact framework for writing to your potential supporters.   In this episode you'll hear: The 5 levels of awareness. Telling stories can make your supporters problem aware. How the frequency of your communications can affect email inbox algorithms.   Resources: Support Letter Templates  We've just updated a suite of support letter templates just in time to g...

In this episode, Mike talks with Natchi Lazarus about how missionaries can use direct messaging and social media to raise more support.   In this episode you'll hear: How direct messaging works. Why you should consider moving to direct messaging, especially if you're in a closed nation. The future of social media.   Connect with Natchi: https://www.natchilazarus.com/ The Connected Church Natchi on...

In this episode, we are talking about how to hit reset on your support raising.   In this episode you'll hear: What it means to hit the reset button. Why it's important to be honest with yourself when setting goals. Building your team begins with just one person.   Resources: Support Letter Templates  We've just updated a suite of support letter templates just in time to get ready for year-end cam...

On the show this week, Mary interviews Pastor Rick Eimers. Pastor Rick talks about how ministries can raise more support and build better relationships.   In this episode you'll hear: How to build relationships that turn into partnerships with pastors.  Why it's important to have a clear and compelling mission statement. The frequency in which you should communicate with your church partners. and...

This week, I am continuing the conversation with my friend, Robby Fowler and we're discussing how to wow the pastor and how to secure more church donations.   In this episode you'll hear: How to get to the pastor Why it's important to be actively involved in a local church What it means to have radical empathy   Resources: DIY Support Website: https://mydiysupport.com/50   Missionary Support Raisi...

Today I'm joined by my dear friend, Robby Fowler, and we're talking about what every single missionary must know about websites.   In this episode you'll hear: Why your personal brand matters Why every missionary needs their own website How Robby's DIY website course can help you quickly (and painlessly) create your own website   Resources: DIY Support Website: https://mydiysupport.com/   Missiona...

Today we are talking about the three big mistakes that turn every donor off and how to avoid them.   In this episode you'll hear: Why you shouldn't automate what is supposed to be human What it means to "salt the jar" How to make it easy for people to donate to your cause Why asking for donations via social media is a mistake   Resources: Missionary Support Raising Roadmap(PDF) Many missionaries a...

In this episode, we discuss how long it takes to get fully funded and we are answering some of your questions too!   In this episode you'll hear: How you get people to believe in your ministry, enough to invest Advice for maintaining a support base Realistic timelines for becoming fully funded Highlights from current Fully Funded students and how they got fully funded   Resources: Missionary Suppo...

Today we're talking about storytelling and I believe there's nobody better at telling and teaching the storytelling process than Mike Kim. So buckle up, grab your sheet of paper and something to write with because Mike is going to give you the secret to the sauce on making and writing great stories.   In this episode you'll hear: The 3 types of Sticky Stories How personal stories can help you in y...

Welcome to the second season of the Fully Funded Podcast! This show is dedicated to helping Christian missionaries grow their donor base and raise more support, using best-practices in professional fundraising and marketing. In this episode you'll hear: Recap of the two-day virtual workshop Coaching Certification Program Fully Funded, the book Support raising during a pandemic   Resources: Mission...

In the final episode of season one, Mary answers the top 10 questions we've received from you and other listeners of the Fully Funded Podcast. A preview of the questions: 1. What is a good way to express to your donors and prayer team that you really do care about them, especially when they're long distance and can't be visited. Do you try to just keep in contact? Send gifts? 2. Our biggest challe...

When it comes to missions fundraising, there is no more important document than your support letter. Why? The reason is simple. Your support letter is directly related to how much money is raised for your ministry. It is essentially the "sales letter" of the fundraising world. A great support letter contains these 5 elements: Promise: explaining what you'll do with donations Picture: making your m...

In this episode we cover the final step of the Fundraising Freedom Framework: Focus Your Vision Run Your Research Enlist Your Team Enhance Your Brand Deploy Your Team Organize Your Ask Make Your Difference The reason you're serving in the field is because you're looking to make a real difference in the lives of others. There's no greater change agent than the gospel of Jesus Christ, and having you...

In this episode we cover the sixth step of the Fundraising Freedom Framework: Focus Your Vision Run Your Research Enlist Your Team Enhance Your Brand Deploy Your Team Organize Your Ask Make Your Difference It's time to make your ask—a lot of people get a little antsy at this point of the relationship. You can avoid many common mistakes if you organize your ask by setting up a process for it. Keep...