5 Questions Your Church Board Will Ask About Hiring a Fundraising Expert — And How to Answer Every One
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5 Questions Your Church Board Will Ask About Hiring a Fundraising Expert — And How to Answer Every One

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 the questions start. Can we afford this? What is the return? Why can't our staff handle it? What happens to our donor relationships? Will an outside team understand our community? Every one of those questions has a powerful answer. Most pastors walk in without knowing what those answers are. This is the breakdown you need before you walk through that door.
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Why Community Programs Go Broke By Spring
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Why Community Programs Go Broke By Spring

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 slows down. Community programs stall because giving was seasonal, not structured. This post explains why early-year funding gaps are predictable — and how consistent communication keeps community programs funded year-round.
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What the New Pew Research Study Means for African American Churches (2025)
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What the New Pew Research Study Means for African American Churches (2025)

This analysis translates Pew’s newest Religious Landscape Study into practical guidance for African American pastors. It explains how national trends, generational shifts, and engagement patterns impact Black churches — and outlines specific steps pastors can take to strengthen ministry, deepen community trust, and build a fundraising strategy that supports real programs and real people.
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