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Here it is! The big finish. You've made it this far; you can do this.We recommend reading directly from the " |
Asking for Financial Partnership
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Column | Here's How You Can Help" page Towards the end of thebecause it gives you a minute to breathe, gather your thoughts, and pray before diving into the ask. The Here's How You Can Help page stop and cast a vision for what you specifically are hoping partners can do. Speechbubble | | ||||
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PAUSE!! Wait for their response.
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We are thinking we'd like to do $50 a month. We could start next month. |
Once you have determined the amount, frequency, and start date, communicate appreciation again.
Briefly Explain How to Start Giving
Once the amount has been clarified, it is important that the new partner know how he or she can give most effectively. This should be very brief; you will address details later.
"Let me explain how that works. Most donors set their giving online.
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Let me explain how that works—most donors set their gift up online,
Reliant has a secure website that is easy to use and allows you to stop, start
or change your giving at any time.
Before I leave
, I'll share more about how you can get started."
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The prospective ministry partner responds, “I’d like to pray about it,” or “I’d like to talk with my spouse about it,” or something similar.
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A “No” response can mean several things:
This means we must clarify! Primarily, remember to graciously ask clarifying questions to determine what their “No” means. Clarifying
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