October was a whirlwind. Nine fundraisers in seven states. Planes, rental cars, banquet chicken, and a lot of laughter. But more than that, it was nine rooms full of people who love Jesus and care deeply about helping others. And I walked away reminded of a few big things. First, even though boards and directors get nervous about using a comedian, banquet guests love it. Everywhere I went, I heard the same thing: “We weren’t sure how this was going to go, but people are still

If you’ve ever planned a fundraising banquet, you know the tension. You want people to feel the heart of your mission, but you also want them to stay awake long enough to give generously. It’s a delicate dance between emotion and energy. That’s why I love using laughter as a tool—not just to entertain, but to amplify generosity. When people laugh, they relax. When they relax, they listen. And when they listen, they give. Here are five ways laughter can turn your next banquet

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