Practical strategies for finding donors beyond the congregation, developing major gifts, strengthening donor relationships, securing grants, and building sustainable funding for the programs your community depends on.
Whether you're trying to expand a community program, reach new donors, strengthen stewardship, pursue grants, or get your leadership aligned around fundraising, start with the area your church needs most.
A financially stable church can still have untapped fundraising potential. Learn why thriving African American churches need fundraising infrastructure to expand ministry, cultivate major donors, diversify revenue, and fund the
Most African American church leaders believe that personal relationships between the pastor and major donors are essential for trust and financial support. However, when these connections exist solely in the
Many churches depend on the offering plate and small fundraising events to support community programs. For years that approach helped ministries survive. But today, food programs, youth mentorship, outreach, and
Most community programs lose time in the first 30 days of a campaign. This guide shows Black church and nonprofit leaders exactly what to do first so you can raise
Learn how to build sustainable funding for youth programs, food access, housing, economic development, and other community ministries.
Most leaders are stuck in a cycle where the church’s bank account depends entirely on who shows up on Sunday morning. If it’s a holiday or a rainy day, the
Every January, the same thing happens in churches and Black-led nonprofits across the country. December giving comes in strong. Community programs feel supported. Then January hits — and the money
Many ministries and nonprofits have the heart and the hustle—but struggle to explain exactly what their programs do, why they matter, and how they create change. In this article, Dr.
When Emory Fellowship’s food ministry started buckling under demand, they needed a real fundraising engine. That’s where we stepped in. Discover how we helped them serve over 10,000 people in
Learn how to identify and build relationships with corporations, philanthropists, foundations, businesses, and other supporters beyond your congregation.
Your church is doing real work. The programs are running. The congregation is giving. The pastor is committed. And still the outside donors are not coming. Not because your mission
There are people in your community right now who have the money and the desire to support what your church is doing. They are not in your pews on Sunday.
Most Black churches and faith-based nonprofits qualify for foundation grants, government funding, and major donor relationships they have never accessed. Here is what funders are actually looking for — and
Many churches and nonprofits assume they need grants or donors — but need and readiness are not the same. Learn the five signs your organization is truly ready for outside
Build stronger donor relationships, identify major-gift opportunities, improve stewardship, and create giving relationships that last.
Most church and nonprofit leaders believe asking for support is uncomfortable—or even shameful. The truth? People want to give, especially when you invite them in with dignity and clarity. Here’s
You don’t just need more donors—you need donors who stick around. In this post, Paul shares how churches can build lasting relationships with their givers by following up well, showing
Donor visits can turn interest into long-term support—but only if you know how to lead them. In this post, Paul Hosch breaks down the exact words, structure, and moments that
Wondering who to ask to host your first donor salon? Here’s how to identify the right person — plus a story of one host who helped bring in a $25,000
Help pastors, boards, finance committees, and church leaders understand their roles in building a sustainable fundraising operation.
Every pastor who has tried to bring a fundraising investment to their board knows how the conversation goes. You lay out the vision. You explain what is possible. And then
We’re all feeling it — the noise, the outrage, the endless headlines. But while we argue about politics, our programs are waiting for the funding they deserve. This post breaks
Too many Black churches and nonprofits end up with the wrong consultant—because nobody told them it’s okay to ask tough questions. In this post, Paul Hosch shares the five questions
Ready to invest in real fundraising help, but not sure who’s the right fit for your church or nonprofit? Paul breaks down exactly what to look for, how to spot
Build a stronger grant pipeline with better readiness, funder research, proposals, reporting, and foundation relationships.
Before asking for programmatic financial support—writing a proposal—you should have a well-developed description of the program—a Goals Grid. I say this for three reasons: 1) It gets all of the stakeholders in alignment and agreement; 2) It allows for easier reporting for successes/challenges; and 3) It increases the program’s chances
Insights, strategies, case studies, and lessons from our work helping African American churches strengthen fundraising and expand community impact.
A financially stable church can still have untapped fundraising potential. Learn why thriving African American churches need fundraising infrastructure to expand ministry, cultivate major donors, diversify revenue, and fund the
Most African American church leaders believe that personal relationships between the pastor and major donors are essential for trust and financial support. However, when these connections exist solely in the
Your church is doing real work. The programs are running. The congregation is giving. The pastor is committed. And still the outside donors are not coming. Not because your mission
There are people in your community right now who have the money and the desire to support what your church is doing. They are not in your pews on Sunday.
Every pastor who has tried to bring a fundraising investment to their board knows how the conversation goes. You lay out the vision. You explain what is possible. And then
Most Black churches and faith-based nonprofits qualify for foundation grants, government funding, and major donor relationships they have never accessed. Here is what funders are actually looking for — and
Most leaders are stuck in a cycle where the church’s bank account depends entirely on who shows up on Sunday morning. If it’s a holiday or a rainy day, the
Many churches depend on the offering plate and small fundraising events to support community programs. For years that approach helped ministries survive. But today, food programs, youth mentorship, outreach, and
Many churches and nonprofits assume they need grants or donors — but need and readiness are not the same. Learn the five signs your organization is truly ready for outside