J.Paul Fridenmaker
@jpfry.bsky.social
I help charity leaders to multiply major gift fundraising results for their favorite causes (and have fun doing it) with systems, psychology, sanity, and sacredness.
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J.Paul Fridenmaker
@jpfry.bsky.social
· Feb 11
#LetsGrowThisThing!
Are you leading a small charity ($500K to $2M) and thinking about adding a major gift strategy? Here are a few key things to consider:
Are you leading a small charity ($500K to $2M) and thinking about adding a major gift strategy? Here are a few key things to consider:
As I learn more (daily) about the work of Sinapis and their network, one thing has become clear.
The stories I’m seeing of entrepreneurs creating jobs are not isolated wins. These are repeatable patterns.
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The stories I’m seeing of entrepreneurs creating jobs are not isolated wins. These are repeatable patterns.
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February 12, 2026 at 12:30 AM
As I learn more (daily) about the work of Sinapis and their network, one thing has become clear.
The stories I’m seeing of entrepreneurs creating jobs are not isolated wins. These are repeatable patterns.
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The stories I’m seeing of entrepreneurs creating jobs are not isolated wins. These are repeatable patterns.
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Post 2 of 5 on the Fundraising.co.uk piece called “Why Charities Must Rethink Major Donor Fundraising in 2026.” buff.ly/ALopxY6
The article says confidence is the missing ingredient. Agreed - but not the puffed-up kind. Real confidence grows from clarity.
The article says confidence is the missing ingredient. Agreed - but not the puffed-up kind. Real confidence grows from clarity.
Why charities must rethink major donor fundraising in 2026
Explore how to rethink major donor fundraising in a challenging charity landscape to build income resilience and protect impact.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Post 2 of 5 on the Fundraising.co.uk piece called “Why Charities Must Rethink Major Donor Fundraising in 2026.” buff.ly/ALopxY6
The article says confidence is the missing ingredient. Agreed - but not the puffed-up kind. Real confidence grows from clarity.
The article says confidence is the missing ingredient. Agreed - but not the puffed-up kind. Real confidence grows from clarity.
Nothing clarifies a pitch like a locked door and mild turbulence.
February 11, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Nothing clarifies a pitch like a locked door and mild turbulence.
💥 Breakthru Guide “Top Performer” Series 💥
Each Tuesday or Wednesday, I’m resurfacing one of the most-shared and debated Breakthru Guides from the last two years - the ones that got fundraisers talking, nodding, or occasionally arguing (the good kind).
Each Tuesday or Wednesday, I’m resurfacing one of the most-shared and debated Breakthru Guides from the last two years - the ones that got fundraisers talking, nodding, or occasionally arguing (the good kind).
February 10, 2026 at 12:30 PM
💥 Breakthru Guide “Top Performer” Series 💥
Each Tuesday or Wednesday, I’m resurfacing one of the most-shared and debated Breakthru Guides from the last two years - the ones that got fundraisers talking, nodding, or occasionally arguing (the good kind).
Each Tuesday or Wednesday, I’m resurfacing one of the most-shared and debated Breakthru Guides from the last two years - the ones that got fundraisers talking, nodding, or occasionally arguing (the good kind).
One million lives flourishing by 2032.
At Sinapis, we are helping entrepreneurs build businesses that last. Teams that grow. Communities that become less dependent on crisis response over time.
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At Sinapis, we are helping entrepreneurs build businesses that last. Teams that grow. Communities that become less dependent on crisis response over time.
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#impact #faithdrivenentrepreneurs #kingdombusiness #sinapis | Sinapis
When your business reflects His calling, the impact ripples beyond profits - into communities, jobs, and lives. What’s your Kingdom vision today? #Impact #FaithDrivenEntrepreneurs #KingdomBusiness…
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February 10, 2026 at 12:30 AM
One million lives flourishing by 2032.
At Sinapis, we are helping entrepreneurs build businesses that last. Teams that grow. Communities that become less dependent on crisis response over time.
buff.ly/KanWrlK
At Sinapis, we are helping entrepreneurs build businesses that last. Teams that grow. Communities that become less dependent on crisis response over time.
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Before you ask AI to answer a question or solve a problem, try this: Use AI as a mirror.
A mirror does not speak for you.
A mirror reflects what is already there.
A mirror does not speak for you.
A mirror reflects what is already there.
February 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Before you ask AI to answer a question or solve a problem, try this: Use AI as a mirror.
A mirror does not speak for you.
A mirror reflects what is already there.
A mirror does not speak for you.
A mirror reflects what is already there.
Which relationship(s) deserve more of your attention this week?
February 9, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Which relationship(s) deserve more of your attention this week?
I checked my notes afterward just to confirm it actually happened.
February 9, 2026 at 12:30 AM
I checked my notes afterward just to confirm it actually happened.
One thing I’m learning as The Clear-Eyed series unfolds. When writing gets clearer, audiences get more specific.
This week’s Breakthru Guide, “Borrowed Anxiety,” is written for people doing real major gift work and feeling pressure that doesn’t quite belong to them.
This week’s Breakthru Guide, “Borrowed Anxiety,” is written for people doing real major gift work and feeling pressure that doesn’t quite belong to them.
February 8, 2026 at 12:30 PM
One thing I’m learning as The Clear-Eyed series unfolds. When writing gets clearer, audiences get more specific.
This week’s Breakthru Guide, “Borrowed Anxiety,” is written for people doing real major gift work and feeling pressure that doesn’t quite belong to them.
This week’s Breakthru Guide, “Borrowed Anxiety,” is written for people doing real major gift work and feeling pressure that doesn’t quite belong to them.
“The trouble is, you think you have time.” - Jack Kornfield
February 8, 2026 at 12:30 AM
“The trouble is, you think you have time.” - Jack Kornfield
Quick heads up for anyone on the frontlines of major gift fundraising.
Last week’s Breakthru Guide got two very different responses. Two people with significant major gift responsibility wrote:
“Honestly - this might be your best email/blog yet.”
Last week’s Breakthru Guide got two very different responses. Two people with significant major gift responsibility wrote:
“Honestly - this might be your best email/blog yet.”
February 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Quick heads up for anyone on the frontlines of major gift fundraising.
Last week’s Breakthru Guide got two very different responses. Two people with significant major gift responsibility wrote:
“Honestly - this might be your best email/blog yet.”
Last week’s Breakthru Guide got two very different responses. Two people with significant major gift responsibility wrote:
“Honestly - this might be your best email/blog yet.”
Here’s a sentence I hear from major gift fundraisers: “I don’t think I’m doing the wrong things… but it still feels off.”
Today’s Breakthru Guide explores borrowed anxiety. The pressure that doesn’t start with the fundraiser, but ends up living in their body anyway.
Today’s Breakthru Guide explores borrowed anxiety. The pressure that doesn’t start with the fundraiser, but ends up living in their body anyway.
February 7, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Here’s a sentence I hear from major gift fundraisers: “I don’t think I’m doing the wrong things… but it still feels off.”
Today’s Breakthru Guide explores borrowed anxiety. The pressure that doesn’t start with the fundraiser, but ends up living in their body anyway.
Today’s Breakthru Guide explores borrowed anxiety. The pressure that doesn’t start with the fundraiser, but ends up living in their body anyway.
Time for some Saturday Standouts!
One of my favorite things in the world is watching charity leaders experience breakthroughs in major gift fundraising… Those moments when the conversation clicks, the strategy shifts, and generosity flows.
One of my favorite things in the world is watching charity leaders experience breakthroughs in major gift fundraising… Those moments when the conversation clicks, the strategy shifts, and generosity flows.
February 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Time for some Saturday Standouts!
One of my favorite things in the world is watching charity leaders experience breakthroughs in major gift fundraising… Those moments when the conversation clicks, the strategy shifts, and generosity flows.
One of my favorite things in the world is watching charity leaders experience breakthroughs in major gift fundraising… Those moments when the conversation clicks, the strategy shifts, and generosity flows.
Folks - take 1m 46s to watch this awesome video from entrepreneur Alexander Niyongira.
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Thank you Judy and Sinapis for the incredible and transformational work you’re doing with entrepreneurs!
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Thank you Judy and Sinapis for the incredible and transformational work you’re doing with entrepreneurs!
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February 7, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Folks - take 1m 46s to watch this awesome video from entrepreneur Alexander Niyongira.
buff.ly/KeG8duU
Thank you Judy and Sinapis for the incredible and transformational work you’re doing with entrepreneurs!
buff.ly/KeG8duU
Thank you Judy and Sinapis for the incredible and transformational work you’re doing with entrepreneurs!
A lot of major gift fundraisers are carrying more anxiety than they realize.
It’s not about bad work.
They’re not behind.
It’s primarily because leadership concern shows up as urgency, and urgency travels.
It’s not about bad work.
They’re not behind.
It’s primarily because leadership concern shows up as urgency, and urgency travels.
February 6, 2026 at 12:30 PM
A lot of major gift fundraisers are carrying more anxiety than they realize.
It’s not about bad work.
They’re not behind.
It’s primarily because leadership concern shows up as urgency, and urgency travels.
It’s not about bad work.
They’re not behind.
It’s primarily because leadership concern shows up as urgency, and urgency travels.
“There are moments when the heart is so full it can only spill.” - Madeleine L’Engle
February 6, 2026 at 12:30 AM
“There are moments when the heart is so full it can only spill.” - Madeleine L’Engle
Post 1 of 5 on the Fundraising.co.uk piece called “Why Charities Must Rethink Major Donor Fundraising in 2026.” buff.ly/ALopxY6
Major gifts can’t be treated as extra credit. They need structure, ownership, and rhythm.
Major gifts can’t be treated as extra credit. They need structure, ownership, and rhythm.
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Fundraising news, ideas and inspiration for professional charity fundraisers. How to raise funds, from UK Fundraising.
Fundraising.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Post 1 of 5 on the Fundraising.co.uk piece called “Why Charities Must Rethink Major Donor Fundraising in 2026.” buff.ly/ALopxY6
Major gifts can’t be treated as extra credit. They need structure, ownership, and rhythm.
Major gifts can’t be treated as extra credit. They need structure, ownership, and rhythm.
Not every entrepreneur creates impact at the same scale.
This is a great testimony from Dennis Bett of Deed Technologies about Sinapis’ Ascent Program.
This is a great testimony from Dennis Bett of Deed Technologies about Sinapis’ Ascent Program.
February 5, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Not every entrepreneur creates impact at the same scale.
This is a great testimony from Dennis Bett of Deed Technologies about Sinapis’ Ascent Program.
This is a great testimony from Dennis Bett of Deed Technologies about Sinapis’ Ascent Program.
Last week, Fundraising.co.uk published a strong piece called “Why Charities Must Rethink Major Donor Fundraising in 2026.” buff.ly/1CzXmkQ
They’re right: major gifts can’t stay a side project.
They’re right: major gifts can’t stay a side project.
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Fundraising news, ideas and inspiration for professional charity fundraisers. How to raise funds, from UK Fundraising.
Fundraising.co.uk
February 4, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Last week, Fundraising.co.uk published a strong piece called “Why Charities Must Rethink Major Donor Fundraising in 2026.” buff.ly/1CzXmkQ
They’re right: major gifts can’t stay a side project.
They’re right: major gifts can’t stay a side project.
“Embarrassment is the cost of entry. If you aren’t willing to look like a foolish beginner, you’ll never become a graceful master.” - Ed Catmull
February 4, 2026 at 12:30 AM
“Embarrassment is the cost of entry. If you aren’t willing to look like a foolish beginner, you’ll never become a graceful master.” - Ed Catmull
🕺 Breakthru Guide “Top Performer” Series 💃
Every Tuesday or Wednesday, I’m resharing one of the most-read and talked-about Breakthru Guides from the past two years - the ones that made fundraisers stop and think.
Every Tuesday or Wednesday, I’m resharing one of the most-read and talked-about Breakthru Guides from the past two years - the ones that made fundraisers stop and think.
February 3, 2026 at 12:30 PM
🕺 Breakthru Guide “Top Performer” Series 💃
Every Tuesday or Wednesday, I’m resharing one of the most-read and talked-about Breakthru Guides from the past two years - the ones that made fundraisers stop and think.
Every Tuesday or Wednesday, I’m resharing one of the most-read and talked-about Breakthru Guides from the past two years - the ones that made fundraisers stop and think.
Some people I deeply respect say that Sinapis is one of the finest accelerators on the continent of Africa.
And now, in their Ascent program, they are integrating capital (up to USD$95k) alongside best-in-class mentorship and strategic support.
And now, in their Ascent program, they are integrating capital (up to USD$95k) alongside best-in-class mentorship and strategic support.
February 3, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Some people I deeply respect say that Sinapis is one of the finest accelerators on the continent of Africa.
And now, in their Ascent program, they are integrating capital (up to USD$95k) alongside best-in-class mentorship and strategic support.
And now, in their Ascent program, they are integrating capital (up to USD$95k) alongside best-in-class mentorship and strategic support.
Heads up! You might be standing closer to someone's breakthrough than you realize.
February 2, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Heads up! You might be standing closer to someone's breakthrough than you realize.
Your brain is 100x more intelligent than the best AI tool out there. Yes, really.
The problem is not intelligence. The problem is access to what’s inside of you.
The problem is not intelligence. The problem is access to what’s inside of you.
February 2, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Your brain is 100x more intelligent than the best AI tool out there. Yes, really.
The problem is not intelligence. The problem is access to what’s inside of you.
The problem is not intelligence. The problem is access to what’s inside of you.
“Where you are present, that’s where you are alive.” - Thích Nhất Hạnh
February 2, 2026 at 12:30 AM
“Where you are present, that’s where you are alive.” - Thích Nhất Hạnh