While flipping through an old journal at the “McDonald’s Fine Dining Establishment,” I found a note about four friends I’d asked to support our ministry. All four had said no. I remember writing, “I’m 0-for-4 on my last four funding appeals.” It was disheartening.

If you are emotionally drained, fundraising is overwhelming! Phoning a potential donor feels like climbing Mt Everest all alone. Your heart is right, but you are out of gas. The ducks are winning!