The service didn’t fall off once we ‘signed on the dotted line’ – their team stayed with us each step to be sure our roll out was a success, helped us trouble shoot with our less-tech-savvy-members and they continue to check on us to be sure we are pleased.
~ Laurie, Director of Finance, Chicago, Il
You’ve no doubt noticed that people today are relying on their phones for, well, just about everything. There are both plusses and minuses to this trend. But for church administration, one of the benefits is that engaging with members through texting
Building and maintaining relationships with church members is fundamental to your mission. While you no doubt also have goals and vision beyond your church walls, the people who make up your church community largely are your mission. Their participat
Donations are the lifeblood of nonprofits. Without consistent funding, you can’t carry out your mission. But as you also know, fundraisers take time and resources, and not every campaign will be a smashing success. That’s why it’s important to think
Text-to-Give and Text Notifications are all the rage these days for churches. The nerdy term you might see for texting is SMS (short message service). More and more churches are making the switch to mobile phone solutions to effectively engage with t
It’s no secret—if you truly want to improve donation numbers for your nonprofit, offering text giving to your supporters is a must. Email links, online portals, and cash/check avenues are also essential giving options, but the bottom line is that mor
Church functions are both a blessing and a challenge. From Christmas gatherings to summer hangouts, effective planning and execution takes time and effort. Just coming up with ideas can be an enormous task, and it’s essential to start with a good str
Like a donation letter or gift agreement, a pledge card is a great way to promote repeat donations, and help your members create a commitment to your organization. Creating a simple and straightforward experience for your donors is essential to building a strong, mutually beneficial...
No matter the size of your nonprofit, group, or organization, you can be successful at raising money to support your cause. Even the smallest group can make a huge difference with a fundraiser, as long as you have enthusiasm and good planning. Bake Sale Ah yes, the tried-and-true...
There are all sorts of ways for church communities to fundraise effectively. Here are 21 ideas for events and tactics that can be held indoors, often in your own church facilities. 1. Hold a Valentine’s Date Night for Couples Serve a special meal and turn the lights...
Pledge cards are a simple, excellent way to quickly and efficiently get supporters of your nonprofit to become repeat donors. Pledge cards are perfect to deploy at large events, as you can set up a station for people to fill them out then insert into...
Churches and other nonprofits are always in need of financial support, but in recent years there’s a particular Tuesday in November that sparks giving and generates eye-popping donation totals. It’s called Giving Tuesday. It’s the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, and this year it’s on November 29. For your...
Not every day is sunshine and rainbows. And even the most optimistic, glass-half-full kind of people have bad days now and then. When times get tough, helping your congregation remember to turn to the Bible for words of wisdom, encouragement, and motivation is a good Christian...
Talking about tithing, offerings, and giving at church can be uncomfortable. As a pastor or church leader, it can feel like you’re asking for a raise. Well, maybe not quite. But it’s important to communicate to your members the importance of tithing and offering and...
When it comes to giving in the New Testament, there’s a debate. In this post, we hope to shed some light on what the Bible says about tithing, both in the Old Testament and the New Testament. What is “Tithing”? The word ‘tithe’ comes up in the...
Your church is a community that’s part of a larger community. Giving back to that larger community is a vital part of your church’s role. Your church members can have a positive impact in the city, town, or region where they live, whether they prefer to...
Tithing is an important practice in Christianity. Not only is it referenced in the Bible as something we should all do when possible, but it helps parishioners grow closer to God as well as support their church—an organization they believe in and that shares their values. If...
