Fundraise Like a 5th Grader

Fundraise Like a 5th Grader

Remember 5th grade? When you were bold enough to ask for what you wanted, curious enough to ask “why” a hundred times, and resilient enough to bounce back from every scraped knee? Turns out, the traits of a 5th grader are exactly what you need to become a fundraising powerhouse. In Fundraise Like a 5th Grader , Patrick Kirby takes you on a laugh-out-loud journey to rediscover the fearless, creative, and optimistic mindset you had at age 10. Packed with hilarious anecdotes, practical tips, and real-world fundraising wisdom, this book will transform how you think about connecting with donors, rallying your team, and making a lasting impact. From embracing boldness to building authentic relationships, each chapter dives into a kid-inspired trait that will revolutionize your approach to fundraising—without the boring buzzwords or cookie-cutter strategies. Whether you're a nonprofit newbie or a seasoned pro, this book is your permission slip to stop playing it safe and start fundraising with the fearlessness of a 5th grader. Because the next big “yes” is just around the corner—you just have to ask like a kid who believes anything is possible. Advanced praise for FUNDRAISE LIKE A 5TH GRADER “Like laughter on a play ground, Fundraise Like a 5th Grader is an absolute joy to read. It will push you in the best way to just jump!” - Billi Jo Zielinski, President & CEO of Make-a-Wish North Dakota “All fundraising teams should add this to their reading list!” - Sami Bedell-Mulhern, CEO & Founder of The First Click “This book is a palette cleanser and much-needed reset for any nonprofit leader!” - Courtney Bakken, Senior Director of Community Impact at GIVE MN “...a masterful blend of humor, inspiration, and practicality that reminds us to ditch the boring and embrace the bright side.” - Jane Wagemaker, Patrick’s ACTUAL Middle School English Teacher