Q: Why are humans so hesitant to ask for money? A: We are wired that way.

Raise It! The Reluctant Fundraiser’s Guide to Raise Money Without Selling Your Soul author Cindy Wagman is the guest on this episode of Fundraising @ Camp. Cindy explains how our focus on perfection is often actually a deflection technique because folks are uncomfortable asking for money. Find out how to respond when your board says , “I don’t know anyone who can give.” P.S. It’s not as hard as you may think! Joe shares about building a sense of reciprocity with your camp community to inspire folks to indulge in your culture of philanthropy. Heather shares what words you can use with your young campers instead of “philanthropist.” Finally, the crew explores how camps are the IDEAL place to get community members bought into a lifetime of commitments. who do i know that cares?

Learn how to hack your brain and break the “you can’t fundraise” internal messaging that the world has instilled in you. Spoiler alert: it's all a trick your brain have been playing all along!

Today’s guest: Cindy Wagman - The Good Partnership, author of Raise It! The Reluctant Fundraiser’s Guide to Raise Money Without Selling Your Soul

Joe’s Donor Wall:

Hey you! Yes, you, Fundraising @ Camp listener: did you know we are looking for a new co-host and moderator to join the Fundraising @ Camp podcast team? Email travis@gocamp.pro if you are interested in learning more.

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This Episode’s Fundraising Tool - Make yourself a better camp fundraiser!

Cindy - https://www.warmwelcome.com | https://www.loom.com

Travis - Best Practices — Using TikTok to fundraise for your cause!

Heather - National Giving Reports Giving USA/Canada Helps

Joe - Create a Fundraising Mastermind group

Your Hosts:

• Joe Richards, Executive Director - Pearce Williams

• Heather Withrow, President & CEO - Jumonville

• Travis Allison, Summer Camp Consultant - Go Camp Pro

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