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If you haven't done Step 2 yet, go here.


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There is no "one size fits all" cultivation plan. 

We tried to write it. Frankly, it would have been quicker to write it.

But, when looking at creating any plan (MTD, ministry, or even a meal plan), you have to start with the person who will be executing the plan... and that's you. So, we need to build a plan around your strengths and motivations. Second, we'll look at your supporters and build a plan that ministers to their unique needs.

Intro 

If you haven't yet completed Step 1: Discover Your Preferences & Capacity or Step 2: Learn Your Donor's Desires, definitely do those so this step can be well-informed. 

(excerpt from handbook) 

  • Instead of point system, maybe segment into 3 lists and they pick one activity from each list? 

uniquely you! This means crafting a plan that leverages your strengths and passions and then tailoring it to meet the desires of your supporters.

So glad you've already gained those insights in Step 1 & Step 2.  In this step, you’ll use those insights to lay down the tracks for your MTD cultivation strategy.

Benefits of taking the time to create a plan:

  • Your brain will stop stressing about doing MTD and/or cultivation.
  • Guilt about connection with your donor team will subside.
  • You’ll have a clear roadmap, making your MTD time feel productive.


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Gather your insights

  • Revised "Likes List" of 3-5 cultivation activities + your capacity & additional notes 
  • Any insights from supporter feedback you want to remember
  • Supporter list (regular and special givers) 
  • Prayer letter list (looking for those who haven't yet given)


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Ask the Lord: "How do you want me to

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I.C.U.?

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titleI. INVITE people into giving opportunities

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This could include...

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  •  Who
    • Potential new supporters
    • Prayer partners 
    • Irregular givers
    • Current partners
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titleC. CONNECT personally with key supporters

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They key ingredient is to connect in a way that ministers to your key supporter's need through your giftedness. No invitation to give in this connection.

  • Who
    • Key supporters could include...
    • Larger-capacity donors. These could be regular givers, special gift partners or people on your prayer letter list. 
    • A handful who want a lot of connection *discovered from your Step 2 survey or past experience, not from you guessing. For that handful, plan to reach out more regularly in ways that work for you. But, remember, you don't have to do that for everyone.
    • Those supporters who are your biggest cheerleaders. They make the journey joyful. Reach out when you need reminded how much you enjoy your supporters. 
    • Thanking supporters. *Including those who recently gave a special gift or increased. Sharing how their giving is making an impact. 
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titleU. UPDATE supporters

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regularly on how their giving is making an impact

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  • Methods
  • Frequency
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This involves communicating from a donor-centered standpoint vs you-centered. It is vision-building and invites people into the mission adventure with you.

  • Methods
  • Frequency
    • See your monthly capacity response 
  • Who
    • See your prayer letter list and supporter list

I.C.U. cultivation says, "I see you." 

What to do with insights from these q's on quiz:

How much capacity do you have to connect with supporters in this season? Let's list this as general hours per MONTH. 

Anything else you'd like to mention? Any thoughts you'd like to remember for later in this cultivation plan creation process? 

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Plug your ICU into a timeline


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Not yet ready to build out a cultivation plan? That's ok! Throw the link to this page into a calendar reminder for January or that lull between Christmas and New Years and tackle it then. 

Want some camaraderie

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or accountability to carry out your plan?

Here are a few resources available to you:some options:

  • Office Hours: (Days, times, who, what) Log in here: (link)
  • Join a quarterly Cultivation Cohort.  Meets once every 3 months over Zoom to check-in, troubleshoot and help you stay on track. Email MTD@reliant.org to let us know you're interested. 
  • 1:1 MTD Coaching (how to look up who is your coach)

Annual Plan ideas & template

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Cultivation Plan Templates/ Examples
Cultivation Plan Templates/ Examples


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