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Episode 13 – The Stewardship Gap: Why You're Losing Donors and How to Fix It
The Donor Centric Approach
27 minutes 31 seconds
5 months ago
Episode 13 – The Stewardship Gap: Why You're Losing Donors and How to Fix It
In this solo episode, Orlando Barros breaks down one of the most overlooked (yet mission-critical) areas in nonprofit fundraising: stewardship.
If you’ve ever felt like donors give once and then disappear—or if you’re stuck in a cycle of constantly chasing new donors—this episode is for you.
🎯 What you'll learn:
Why most stewardship efforts fall flat—and how to avoid the same mistakes
What donors actually want after making a gift (spoiler: it’s not just a thank-you email)
A simple, sustainable 3-part rhythm you can implement starting this week:
Thank fast and thank well
Share impact within 30 days
Create one “delight moment” each quarter
💡 Whether you work with major donors, monthly givers, or event-based supporters, this episode gives you a concrete game plan to build trust, increase donor retention, and strengthen long-term partnerships.
🚀 Want help building your stewardship rhythm? Book a free strategy call with Orlando: https://calendly.com/orlando-mrpdonordev/45min
To learn more visit https://mrpdonordev.com/