ylfundinghelp.org Podcast

Once someone decides to give we can be tempted to leave it at that.  In this episode we discuss the importance of understanding your Donor’s “Why” in order to cultivate and engage in closer relationships with them.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Chad Watson, Christie Valenzona, Pat Rhoades, and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

Just because your event is over, does not mean your job is finished.  In this episode we discuss how to follow up with your donors after your event and care for them beyond a simple thank you note.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

We may tend to think having a donor is a one way street, where they only give to you.  In this episode we discuss what value we bring to donors and how we can bring more to the table.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Christie Valenzona, Chad Watson, Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

Do you find yourself at a loss with no one to help?  In this episode we discuss who to call at the Service Center to get the help you need.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Christie Valenzona, Chad Watson, Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

Donor Engagement can be a daunting subject.  What DOES Donor Engagement really mean?  In this episode we discuss how to engage adults like we engage kids.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Chad Watson, Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

Do you have trouble moving donors from one time givers to people invested in the Mission?  In this episode we discuss how to migrate donors from the edge of the banquet table to the middle of your ministry.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Chad Watson, Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

What level of engagement are your donors and how does that impact how you interact with them? In this episode we discuss how to categorize your donors to better help you cultivate them and bring them deeper into the ministry.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

Young Life is free for kids, so do we ask parents for donations?  In this episode we discuss how to bring parents into the conversation and create a comfortable asking environment.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

In this episode Pat lets us know how his health has improved and how you can continue to pray.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

“Young Life is caught not taught.” In this episode we discuss ways to invite donors into Young Life by bringing the ministry to the donor.  Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

Transitions are a regular part of ministry. In this episode we discuss how to prepare for transition and how to make the move a great thing for everyone involved. Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

Losing donors is common with staff transition – but it does not have to be!  In this episode we discuss how to prepare financially for transition and how to make sure the move is a great thing for everyone involved. Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

Learning what your donor’s “appreciation language” is key to making sure your donor stays happy. In this episode we discuss how to invite your donors as partners within your ministry instead of leaving them on the outside. Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department. Listen in!

“Surprise! I am asking you for money!” In this episode we discuss what NOT to do with donors in fundraising. Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department and guest speaker, Jill Rainwater. Listen in!

Where do you even start when beginning your fundraising journey? How about here? In this episode we discuss, from plan to execution and everything in between, the top 5 best practices in fundraising. Remember to maximize your time for ministry with kids by Building a Financially Healthy Culture. This podcast includes Pat Rhoades and Greg Lehman from the Field Development department and guest speaker, Kyle Morrow. Listen in!