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1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?
The most anxious is definitely the ask and the most challenging is handling donors who do not give an outright 'no' but say they want to think about it without agreeing to a call back.

2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?
I meet this challenge by following up with an email brochure with a link to the campaign site and proactively letting them know that I will check in on a scheduled time to clarify doubts.

1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?

• The ask and to retain an existing Donor is very challenging. As Members might have various reasons to stop at the moment or for not to come onboard - we have to learn to handle different responses accordingly.

2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?

• Depending on the reasons given from the above mentioned situation, we learn to empathize and to have a view from the member's point of view as well. And we will compile all suggestions to help resolve their reasons.

1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?
a) I believe that object handling is the most challenging part of the fundraising.

2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?
B) I believe we need to have a good rapport with members to make fundraising easier. If donors response it means they are engaged.

Asking for the appointment, and transitioning into an ask have been the two most challenging parts.

new prospect is new adventure, need to understand is interest and know how he react it is an anxious period

meeting new donor is a new challenge with incertitude and axiety

meeting new donor is a new challenge with incertitude and axiety

The challenging aspect of fundraising is being brave to talk to people to ask for money. Because you always think that you will receive a negative answer. And talk money is not so easy.

I am doing personal e-mails and letters and sending them. This is nice when the person already knows your project. And it is easier to compare a call or meeting.

Getting in front of a lot of potential donors in meetings. This is mostly a matter of not making enough time to do serious appointment setting, which I will address by scheduling 3 hours every day first thing in the morning solely for raising funds.

Setting up enough meetings is an opprtunity for us. I will decicate three hours a day to fundraising to address this issue.

To me the most challenging aspect is nonprofit employers that hire you to rescue them, and have unrealistic expectations. They want you to make it rain in 3 months, often not understanding how long it takes to develop those relationships.

The most challenging aspect of fundraising for me has to be getting a prospective donor to commit for the long run.
I plan to develop strategies to cultivate ongoing relationships with donors to keep them engaged as the organization adapts and grows.

I am an ambivert; but mostly an introvert. But I want to make a difference in the world. I am especially anxious about asking specifically for money; it's just antithetical to how I was raised.

But I know that the issues are important, so I will make every effort to practice and get better.

I'm also great with thank you notes! I could use my skill there to be useful!

1. Personally the most anxious moment is transitioning into asking the donor for money. I can connect well with people but feel people switch off as soon as they hear you want money from them. I am afraid of being rejected or upsetting the donor.
2. The podcast gave a lot of use full tips on overcoming this anxiety. I plan to let the conversation flow but also understand how important it is to make the ask. Sending a meeting request letter with your intentions before the meeting helps relieve some of that anxiety. I am confident that once I connect with the donor and smoothly transition into the ask, the ask will be easier.

Hi there, I also struggle with asking for money as I was not raised that way. Sending a meeting request before the time telling them you want to discuss funding will really help me feel more at ease, I hope this can help you too.

The most difficult part for me is requesting a specific financial amount. I hope that as I become more and more comfortable in my role and meeting with donors the anxiety will lessen.

Indeed meeting new prospective donors sounds like a nightmare, you are not sure of any prejudices or unconcious biasness that exists. How to develop agood rapport that will sustaain the discussion, at what point exactly do you want to hit on your need and put up your request. Also the fear of getting rejected.

The most challenging part is the part of asking the specific amount of money direct from the donor but feel checking several samples of experts will do

Initial contact, to establish the purpose of the meeting before hand.

Speaking loudly

Answered very well

Great reminder! And as Dr. Wolf said, "no" means not at this time, but come back later.

The most anxious or challenging aspects of fundraising is knowing how much to ask for from a potential donor. During a vestry meeting, the priest shared the story of a parishioner who gave his current church about half as much as he gave his former church. When asked why, the parishioner said "the other priest asked for more". I'll have to get comfortable with what feels like overasking, and then letting the donor tell me how much is too much.

For me the most challenges aspect of fundraising is initiating the discussion, The course has taught be an ice breaker which is discussing the interests of the donor before introducing my own needs.

For me the most challenges aspect of fundraising is initiating the discussion, The course has taught be an ice breaker which is discussing the interests of the donor before introducing my own needs.

My experience has taught me that I need to let the donor warm up to me first and that I need to engage certain donors in specific ways in order to improve their receptivity to requests.

Be confident! The worse is that they say no (not at all) and offer no help whatsoever. In that case, you still have exactly the same amount of funds after the ask as before.

Coming up with impacting story to move the donor emotionally could be a hard task for the fundraiser; He/she should learn how develop a compelling story for fundraising

this is true especially knowing that you may get a no from the asking, but with practice and experience its something interesting and so much enjoyable if you land your first donation

it requires guts to ask for an appointment let alone asking for a donation. but with time and experience its doable

The most challenging to me in fundraising process is rejection, it is hard to cope and get used to with it, however, I see that sometimes the rejections comes as result of poor presentation fo cos some times a no is a no no matter how good you have been in that presentation.but now we We have new skills on improvement

Changes needed to the strategy include those as noted above, generating more profit through additional productional activities and increasing marketing activities to spread the word outside of the original Catholic community, and adding to order taking/customer service capabilities.

I have learnt we should first tell the donor the story and make the loyal and part your organization and then ask for support or money.

I think the most anxiety inducing part is asking for the initial meeting. I have found that casual conversation and connecting with donors is the best way.

I would probably be a bit nervous but with these course tips I think I could manage my nerves. After taking this course, I have learned that getting to know the donor and making them feel comfortable could be the key to not being so nervous when applying for funds.

making the ask

1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?
The aspect of asking for money. It is simply because most organisations are particular about what organisations or individuals want to do with their money. There is this phobia about if funds would be used judiciously or not. There is always a case of mistrust, suspicion etc

2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?
First and foremost is by building trust with the help of sharing a true life story or scenario of what my organisation is currently doing and how their funds can also complement the ongoing process or project my organisation is embarking on.

Secondly is to render accounts of stewardship of past donors and projects with prospective donors to show a sense of credibility, accountability and transparency.

1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?
The aspect of asking for money. It is simply because most organisations are particular about what organisations or individuals want to do with their money. There is this phobia about if funds would be used judiciously or not. There is always a case of mistrust, suspicion etc

2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?
First and foremost is by building trust with the help of sharing a true life story or scenario of what my organisation is currently doing and how their funds can also complement the ongoing process or project my organisation is embarking on.

Secondly is to render accounts of stewardship of past donors and projects with prospective donors to show a sense of credibility, accountability and transparency.

Meeting new prospective donors is challenging because am uncertain about the result but with practice I always get to be strong in ha doing all results from the future

Great course and learning tool

Meeting new prospective donors is challenging because am uncertain about the result but with practice I always get to be strong in ha doing all results from the future

What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?
The aspect of asking for money. It is simply because most organisations are particular about what organisations or individuals want to do with their money. There is this phobia about if funds would be used judiciously or not. There is always a case of mistrust, suspicion etc

What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?
First and foremost is by building trust with the help of sharing a true life story or scenario of what my organisation is currently doing and how their funds can also complement the ongoing process or project my organisation is embarking on

to render accounts of stewardship of past donors and projects with prospective donors to show a sense of credibility, accountability and transparency.

the most challenges aspect of fundraising is initiating the discussion, The course has taught be an ice breaker which is discussing the interests of the donor before introducing my own needs.

Personally the most anxious moment is transitioning into asking the donor for money. I can connect well with people but feel people switch off as soon as they hear you want money from them. I am afraid of being rejected or upsetting the donor.

The podcast gave a lot of use full tips on overcoming this anxiety. I plan to let the conversation flow but also understand how important it is to make the ask. Sending a meeting request letter with your intentions before the meeting helps relieve some of that anxiety. I am confident that once I connect with the donor and smoothly transition into the ask, the ask will be easier.

not direct but normal

The most challeging is asking for money, because it can be beyond their capacity and may be uncofortable. Tha´s why I do believe is very important to do some research before de meeting, this will make us feel more secure and confident.

The most challeging aspect of fundraising, for me, is to get attention. To get the potential donor's attention in my organization and the cause it supports.
It's hard to raise awareness on social causes such as migration adn refugee.

yeah the hardest thing is to start the conversation for asking the donation

we thank donor on different ways like thank notes cards, gifts, or messages email etc. To thank donor is positive gesture for an organisation or chrity trust

I am really satisfied and captured alot of skills
thank you again

@Echonyu said in Module 2 Discussion: Making the Ask, Thanking the Donor, Reducing Anxiety:

Meeting new prospective donors is challenging because am uncertain about the result but with practice I always get to be strong in ha doing all results from the future

I agree, putting yourself out there is very diffcult at first. Once you get the skills and experience it gets easier, and hopefully as you grow so do your funds.

The most difficult part for me is feeling like I'm coming off ingeniune- even though donors have not given an indication that I am. I want donors to know that I am engaged in a conversation, but it's hard for the back of my mind to understand that they are interested in having that conversation and I'm not wasting their time trying to get to the ask.

Not every no means definite no. We never know if the potential donor won't donate in the future. We should turn around disappointments in to a creative way of improving our approach to new donors. We should always ask for their advice to get them feel their impact in our projects, before they offer finances. Ensuring to deal with our anger well, when we are rejected. The same people may become our donors in the future.

Meeting and asking them for funds will be most challenging. I find it difficult asking for help in general

I guess the most anxious part for me is actually finding the donors! I am new to that part. How will I accomplish this? Lots of trying and getting the feedback on how well it is working.

1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?
I love connecting with people but have a fear that these relationships might be viewed as being used for money.

2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?
developing stronger relationships with potential donors feeling a stronger connection might allow me to know what they are thinking in the way of donating.

1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?
I love connecting with people but have a fear that these relationships might be viewed as being used for money.

2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?
developing stronger relationships with potential donors feeling a stronger connection might allow me to know what they are thinking in the way of donating.

One of the things I do is look at the web pages for local businesses and if in their about me section if it says anything about being involved with the community I then put out cold feelers

the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising,is finding dono and connecting who have the same interest and why? Because mapping donors that confirm with your organization Goals

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The most anxious and hardest moment is when you are meeting a new donor for the first time .This is because you least know what he/she is expecting of you and you also don't understand what are his/her dislikes and like at this time you need to be so careful and Most of the times these is the moment to do and apply active listening skills learnt early

During Discussion with any of your donor it's prudent that you do the listening I order to understand your donor well and see how he/ She is a perfect fit for your organization

hello hoe are you

When making a poster, presenting it, and requesting a presentation of a summary of the project in front of a group of donors

The presentation is clear and concise and is ready to respond to feedback from various donors.

The hardest is asking for money but i love the logic of asking for advice that sometimes may lead to the donor giving you money.

Going to meet a potential donor without enough preparation and enough research about them makes me anxious, I have made a plan to always make proper preparation ,arrange my fundraising material and make adequate research about the donor beforehand.

Definitely ready to ask for advice instead of money sometimes.

I find fundraising when there is also other strong competitors so getting funf is more difficult .
I will use this information in future

I am also ready

I also find it difficult but with this course help it's now not that much difficult

the most challenging aspect is asking for money but i have learned that when requesting for the meeting or phone call i should set out the agenda for the meeting. This will ensure the donor has an expectation for me to make the ask.

For me the most challenging aspect is to get new potencial donors, people or organizations abroad willing to investo/donor in our organization

The most challenging aspect of Fund Raising is initiating a conversation with a new donor expecially when your are meeting with him for the first time when you are anxious and you don't know what you expect of him and you are worried of what will be his first impression of you and your organization

1. The most anxiety producing and challenging aspect is certainly actually asking potential donors for money. It is challenging because it feels sometimes forced o ask people for money, especially when asking for larger amounts.
2. One way to make easier is by implementing the strategies learned in this course on how to craft thoughtful letters asking for money.

Hi Eyaran, I agree that one challenging aspect is asking a new donor for support. It can be less stressful and easier when asking someone who consistently donates.

As I am a beginner of fundraising my first step toward this mission will resume to find out some good donors in order to explain them on how to be part of my organization.

As I am a beginner of fundraising my first step toward this mission will resume to find out some good and potential donors in order to invite them to be part of my organization in a support manners.

I found the letter writing exercise very helpful - it was great to read other people's letters and learn from their approach

I agree with you.r observation. Blessings

Welcome to the world of fundraising

I agree - this is the most difficult transition

Practice and role-play can be very helpful

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1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why? Probably prepping for the ask.

2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work? Take more courses and training.

1.The most challenging thing is to get donors.Because you make a mental goal and you don,t know if you will achieve it.

2.Currently I am doing recreational events such as swimming pools and walks to raise Funds.

1: What to you is the most anxious or challenging aspect of fundraising, and why?
Impressing new donors or recruiting potential donors.
2: What is one way you have made or plan to make this aspect of fundraising easier in your work?
Time Management, asking for help, and planning in advance.

1: The most challenging part of fundraising for me is less about making the ask and more about following through and managing donor contacts in an efficient way.
2: I am currently looking for donor management software to help my team manage our pipeline and record each ask/contact with a donor to aid in relationship building.

I learnt 2 important things namely; when discussing with the Donor " Compliment the Donor and not your Organisation" and also when requesting for a donation request more than you expect to receive.

The aspect of fundraising I feel the most anxious about is the starting the conversation and asking stages.

What I will do to overcome this anxiety is to make sure I know as much as possible about the potential donor. I will also seek expert support on how to craft my story to make it as short as possible but as catchy as possible to provoke active listening and interest.

The hardest part in fundraising to me has always been dealing with a No from a donar or potential donar. It has always left me frustrated thinking may be I didnt ask well or our work ain't worth. But from this class, I actually learnt that a No may mean try next time, so no giving up on donars just like that. I have to keep trying

For us it is hard asking for help( in any form) but also meeting new people. We are so immersed into making our non profit work that we almost forgot we have a life, which makes it harder to meet potential donors.

The most challenging part is getting donors with similar interest and willing to fund

totally agree with you

its nice one very helpful

The most anxious aspects are get donors to my fundraising event.
Get the goals at the final.
contact to all and sell all the tickest events is no so easy for me.

2. I,d like to get volunteers to help me in my events.
   I have started with a fundraising event and only I can sell four tickets.