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You've done the work to raise your support...
this course will show you how to keep it.
Donor Care Done Well: stay connected, stay funded.
Dear missionary,
you're not alone.
Here's what nobody tells you: burnout, loneliness, and lack of funding are the top reasons missionaries leave the field.
But it doesn't have to be that way. The truth is simple: your words matter.
Better letters + consistent communication = stronger support....because you're building real relationships with the people who believe in your calling.
That's what this course is about.
what's inside
Weekly Video Teaching
Short, practical lessons you watch on your own schedule.
Weekly Action Step
A worksheet or challenge that turns each lesson into progress.
4 Live Calls
Training, Q&A, and dedicated time with Emily.
(Join in as your schedule allows. You can complete the course fully asynchronously!)
Personal Newsletter Feedback (x3 letters!)
Emily reads your newsletter and gives you specific, actionable feedback.
Community Space
Connect with other missionaries, share updates, and ideas.
8-Week Structure
A clear beginning and end, so you finish with confidence.
UPDATE: the cohort for Fall 2026 is closed.
Interested in a future training? Join the no-commitment waitlist below.
Donor Care
Done Well
it's simple
your partners want to hear from you...
and when they know what you do, they can fund and pray for you, too.
this is for you if...
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You're a missionary or ministry worker who raises support
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You want to communicate better with your donors and partners
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Your newsletters take way too long (or don't get written at all)
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You feel awkward or unsure about asking for support
you'll still benefit even if...
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You're already fully funded (this is about honoring your partnerships)
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You've been on the field for 10+ years (veterans learn new things too)
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You're brand new and don't have a newsletter yet (we'll build it together)
hey friend...
All training is done by videos you can watch on your timeline. Additionally, I’m offering four different live call options across the fall. Join what you can, watch the replays when you need.
If you’ve been praying for “stronger funding” or “better relationships with your supporters” this is your nudge: sign up!
Spots are intentionally limited so the group can connect well. Save your seat today.
p.s. If you are "too busy"
Q&A
Who is this for?
Christian missionaries and ministry workers who raise funds for salary/ministry expenses.
Is this for US-based or international missionaries?
Both! Whether you are from the US or another country, or you live stateside or in another country, I promise this will be beneficial. Almost all of my recommendations can be completed via email. The heart of it: good communication = stronger partnerships. That's a human truth!
How long will I have access to the materials?
Access to the course materials begins September. You'll have lifetime access to materials.
What if I'm fully funded?
Praise God! The foundation of all of my trainings and resources is that good communication = stronger partnerships. I still think you'll learn valuable information about communicating creatively and honoring your current partnerships, even though you don't need to launch a huge initiative to raise lots of money.
I'm really busy. Is NOW the right time?
YES! The course is designed for busy missionaries, not to add to your burden. Join for whatever works...but don't worry about missing out, because the cohort trainings are all done by videos that can be watched on your timeline. Your donors need this. You need this. I hope to see you this fall!
How often do these cohorts happen?
Three times a year: January, June, and September. Each group is 8 weeks.
I want to gift this to someone else. Can I do that?
100%. Let's make it happen! You can do that through this simple link, or send me a short message here.
fall cohort
DeAnn, serving with Horizon Christian Fellowship
"Emily provided lots of great tools that helped me get started in caring for my supporters, with simplicity and effectiveness."
Rebekah, serving with Commission to Every Nation
"Emily's resources helped me to refresh my newsletter routine. I feel inspired to be a better communicator to my sponsors!"
Nikki, serving with Cru Albania
"If you’re looking not just to improve how you communicate with partners, but also to transform your mindset around communication, Wordsmith Services is the place to go."
I've got you
I get you, I promise. I've walked where you're walking, and I know what it feels like to sit at a blank page and feel the gut punch of "what do I say now???"
For a season, I, too, was a missional fundraiser, trusting the Lord for my salary and ministry expenses and writing updates to send around the world.
I've also been in the shoes of your donors: praying, funding, and receiving ministry updates.
Uniquely, I've had the joy of coaching missionaries from many corners of the world, teaching newsletter writing, Mailchimp and Canva how-tos, and training gospel workers to communicate well with their donors.
I've got a BA in Communication and Professional Writing, fundraising experience, donor experience, time working in nonprofit communications, and a big heart for the Lord and his people, so I hope you can trust when I say truly, it can be different.
Would you let me show you how?
