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YouTube Video UExVc2lYU0loa1d0cUM5bWM5M3E0dk9oVWd0aGJROGtDNS43ODA2MDVCQzY5QzZDMjUw In this episode of Southaven Business Beat, we sit down with the dynamic and passionate Courtney Pinkston from Fund the Nations, a unique fundraising company that has helped raise over $60 million by turning t-shirts into tools for impact! Whether it’s adoption, mission work, or launching nonprofits, Fund the Nations walks alongside individuals and organizations to bring big dreams to life. Courtney shares her personal journey from corporate dreams to kingdom impact. With a master’s in journalism and a heart for missions, she found her calling helping people fundraise in creative, powerful, and deeply personal ways. Her message is clear: “You can do hard things for a short amount of time, especially when the result is life-changing.” If you're curious about how to fundraise using custom apparel, need a streamlined process for your next mission trip, or want insight into community-driven impact — this is the episode for you! ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The story behind Fund the Nations and its founder’s vision How a single t-shirt can fund adoptions, mission trips, and nonprofits The step-by-step fundraising process from idea to delivery Why being bold is key to successful fundraising The difference between FTN Stores and the new FTN Campaigns platform Tips for maximizing shirt sales and building your support network How Fund the Nations collaborates with organizations like Compassion International The power of local support and the Southaven Chamber’s impact 🔥 Episode Highlights: 00:00 – Welcome & Sponsor Shout-Out 01:16 – Meet Courtney Pinkston 02:00 – What is Fund the Nations? 03:05 – From Journalism to Fundraising: Courtney’s Story 05:24 – The Shirt Fundraising Process 08:35 – New Platform Alert: FTN Campaigns 09:45 – Common Fundraising Challenges 11:13 – Do You Need to Be a Nonprofit to Fundraise? 14:27 – Why T-Shirts Still Work 16:11 – Best Practices for a Successful Campaign 18:10 – Using Social Media + Creative Tactics 19:56 – Why Courtney Loves Her Job 21:38 – Store vs. Campaign Model 23:49 – The Chamber Connection 25:02 – Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up 💬 Favorite Quotes: "You only get a 'yes' if you ask. The answer is already 'no' if you stay silent." "Every shirt tells a story. And sometimes, that story changes a life." "The Chamber isn’t just a resource—it’s a family of people who see you, support you, and cheer you on." 🙌 Ready to Start Your Fundraiser? Visit www.fundthenations.com to begin your own custom t-shirt campaign. Whether you're fundraising for a mission trip, an adoption, or a new community initiative, their team is ready to walk with you from start to finish. 🤝 Huge Thanks to Our Sponsors: Wisdom Integrators – Your behind-the-scenes tech partner. Visit wisdomintegrators.com The Follow App – Modern networking made simple. Pure Focus Media – Bringing your vision into focus with professional video, photo, and drone services. 🔗 Stay Connected with Southaven Business Beat: ✅ Subscribe for more powerful local stories ✅ Share this episode with someone who needs to fundraise ✅ Learn how businesses are making a difference in Southaven 🎧 Thanks for tuning in to Southaven Business Beat. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe so you never miss an inspiring local story!
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