Why Donors Stop Giving (and How to Win Their Trust Back)
If Your Donors Don’t Trust You, They Won’t Stick Around Imagine you’re supporting a cause you care about. You donate money but never hear where it went. No updates, no…
The Power of Transparency in Building Donor Trust
Transparency is more than just a buzzword—it’s the foundation of strong, lasting donor relationships. At its core, transparency is about trust: when donors feel confident that their contributions are making…
Fundraising Roles: Pastor vs. Finance Committee
How to Effectively Divide Responsibilities Between the Pastor and Finance Committee in Your Fundraising Campaign Are you gearing up for a fundraising campaign and wondering how to divide responsibilities between…
Why Black Churches Need Modern Fundraising
Modern fundraising is about more than collecting weekly offerings—it’s about building a financial foundation that supports your church’s mission, expands your impact, and engages donors at every level. In our…
A Season of Giving: Launching Your Christmas Campaign
You know, I’ve been fundraising for over 27 years, and I’m often amazed at the generosity that flows during the Christmas season. I’ve seen organizations raise a quarter, sometimes even…
Unlock Transformative Growth in Your Ministry in 30 Days with Adopt-A-Project Programs
I remember years ago asking one of my favorite supporters for a significant gift of $50,000 to support a math department. He hesitated, and immediately, I thought I had asked…
Host a Salon or Friend-raiser to Connect and Inspire Giving
If you’re looking to foster deeper connections and inspire more support for your ministry, Salons and fundraisers might be just what you need. These intimate gatherings, hosted in a supporter’s…
I Love Angry Donors!!
Have you ever had to deal with an angry donor? For many of us in the nonprofit world, these moments can be stressful and challenging. It’s easy to see why—when…
Tip of the Month: The Power of Journaling for Black Ministry Leaders’ Wellbeing
Journaling has profoundly improved my life. After reading The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod, I decided to make journaling a daily practice. One day, I wrote in my journal that…
Individually Soliciting a Congregant for a Donation: A New Approach for Black Religious Leaders
As a Black religious leader, you might find the idea of personally asking a congregant for a donation daunting or unfamiliar. Many Black churches have traditionally relied on collective fundraising…