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How debt-elimination capital campaigns create margin for ministry
By Joseph Sangl and Chad Aukland Churches today are facing substantial challenges as a result of debt. Prior to the economic downturn, it was easy to obtain financing for major projects. With the economic downturn and resulting lending restrictions, these churches are experiencing budget crunches and refinancing challenges. This, combined with individual giving declines, has […]
Read More >Negotiating pastor salary
For pastors, discussing compensation is a necessary — but often stressful — conversation.
Read More >Keep it in the fairway
Some fundamental “mechanics” can help a religious organization determine if it’s prepared to borrow.
Read More >Good Steward Award Winner: Financial Transparency / Fundraising
In the area of Finance, Christ Community Church (CCC) in Milpitas, CA received one of the highest ratings ever recorded on the Transforming Church Index
Read More >A solid fundraising foundation
A capital campaign expert offers his best insights about timing, transparency and technology.
Read More >3 ways technology can drive facilities-focused capital campaigns
Technology has changed how funds are collected for facilities-focused church capital campaigns. After all, one of the most critical components of any generosity campaign is making it easy to give.
Read More >The Blackbaud Index reports overall charitable giving grew 2.3 percent for the three months ending October 2013, compared to the same period a year earlier
CHARLESTON, S.C. — The Blackbaud Index was updated today: Based on data from 3,828 charities that raised more than $12 billion in the prior 12 months, The Blackbaud Index reports that overall charitable giving grew 2.3 percent for the three months ending October 2013, compared to the same period a year earlier. Among 3,097 charities […]
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