One of the hardest moments in raising support is when a donor ends their support. It's scary… and it can leave you feeling rejected. But how you respond in this moment matters just as much as how you asked for their support in the beginning.

In this episode, Mary and Mike break down exactly what to say when a donor stops supporting you. Instead of panicking or burning bridges, we'll show you how to honor the relationship, leave the door open for the future, and show you exactly what to say when this happens.

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Are you making the hardest ask without realizing it? Most missionaries default to asking for monthly support, but this is actually the most difficult commitment for a new donor to make. By only focusing on monthly giving, you might be leaving thousands on the table in your missionary fundraising efforts.

In this video, we break down the Barbell Principle: a proven strategy to help you raise more support by understanding the three specific donor types.

Stop using a "one-size-fits-all" approach. Learn how to match the right ask to the right person to improve your donor engagement and reach 100% funding faster.

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Most missionaries are sending emails that get ignored... and they don't even know why.

In this episode, Mike Kim breaks down five common email mistakes that are killing your support raising and shares simple fixes you can implement right away. Learn how to write emails that actually get opened, read, and responded to.

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Can you achieve your missionary fundraising goals through social media alone? Mary Valloni reveals why social media isn't enough for full funding. While platforms like Instagram are powerful tools for donor engagement, true success in support raising requires personal connection.

Learn how to leverage faith-based support raising strategies to turn online followers into committed financial partners through intentional relationships.

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Are your missionary fundraising deadlines causing you anxiety? Whether you have 90 days or a year to raise support, the pressure can determine your entire calling—but it doesn't have to be paralyzing. The real issue often isn't your effort, but outdated systems that demand you exceed your best year after year.

In this episode, Mary shows you how to handle the pressure of support raising for missionaries, while discovering why missing a deadline doesn't mean your calling is over. Enjoy these strategies for sustainable nonprofit fundraising in 2026.

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We've coached over 2,000 missionaries, and today we're exposing three phrases that could be killing your ask in donor conversations. We break down the subtle language shifts that transform awkward funding requests into natural partnership invitations.

If you've ever fumbled through face-to-face meetings or struggled with what to say when making the ask, this episode will change how you approach those critical moments. Stop using weak, guilt-driven language and start inviting people into genuine partnership with confidence.

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How do missionaries actually get paid? In this episode, we break down the three key expense categories every missionary needs to understand: program, fundraising, and admin.

Learn why you don't need to share every personal expense detail with donors, and discover the proven framework that builds trust while maintaining healthy boundaries. If you're confused about financial transparency in support raising, this conversation will bring much-needed clarity.

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What's possible when you raise support with clarity, confidence, and community?

In this New Year episode, Mike Kim and Mary share powerful real-life testimonies from missionaries and ministry leaders who experienced breakthrough in their fundraising — including:

• A $25,000 gift from a newly formed advisory team
• A $230,000 year-end campaign that started with a $100,000 goal
• Members rebuilding confidence after financial hardship
• Practical shifts that changed everything

These aren't just big numbers — they're stories of mindset change, teamwork, and renewed faith for what's possible.

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