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  • Giving of Life

    Innovative funding initiative offers 50K, 20K and 10K grants to ministries

    Added 08/12/11 | Read More


  • The Joy of Giving

    A look at the art of developing consistent givers

    As published in Worship Facilities, May/Jun 2011

    Added 06/01/11 | Read More


  • Structured Saving

    Do you know the real-life benefits of thinking ahead when it comes to church facilities needs?

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2010

    Added 07/19/10 | Read More


  • Smart Moves

    Timely tips for buying church insurance coverage

    As published in Worship Facilities, May/Jun 2010

    Added 05/24/10 | Read More


  • Creative Funding Options

    Have you ever considered Scrip programs or a church fitness facility?

    As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2009

    Added 12/07/09 | Read More


  • Capital Reserve Planning

    Setting aside some money for anticipated facility operating expenses can ease the pain of unexpected repair and replacement costs

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2009

    Added 07/28/09 | Read More


  • Finance: Readers Ask, Experts Respond

    A team of experts in the world of church project financing answer questions about thow he economy is affecting capital campaigns and what churches need to do differently.

    As published in Worship Facilities, May/Jun 2009

    Added 05/22/09 | Read More


  • Securing Funds in Any Economy, Part 2

    Churches can benefit from due diligence and sound business-type practices to secure loans, communicate effectively with their congregations, and to make sure they’re protected in tough economic times

    As published in Worship Facilities, Mar/Apr 2009

    Added 05/05/09 | Read More


  • End Notes, August 2008: Saving on Operating Costs

    Today's church facilities face many of the same building challenges that homeowners and businesses face--rising operations and maintenance costs. Learn another way that facilities can save money in an environmentally-friendly way as well.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2008

    Added 08/25/08 | Read More


  • Of Bricks AND Dollars

    Your sanctuary is filled to the rafters twice every Sunday and it would likely overflow a third time if you added another service. Meanwhile, your nursery has expanded to include a goodly portion of your multipurpose room. Sounds like it’s time to put together the funding to expand your worship facility.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2008

    Added 08/15/08 | Read More


  • Creative Funding Options

    A coastal North Carolina church funds its expansion throught-shirt and coffee-cup sales—along with maybe some divine intervention.

    As published in Worship Facilities, May/Jun 2008

    Added 05/01/08 | Read More


  • How to Determine the Affordability of a New Building

    Seldom do architects, contractors, or professional fundraisers offer significant assistance about the total financial picture of a particular church project. Yet, steps can be taken to help a church determine the affordability of a major church building venture.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Nov/Dec 2006

    Added 11/01/06 | Read More


  • Mission Possible

    Finding a lender willing to lend your church the funds needed to build your facility.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Jul/Aug 2006

    Added 07/01/06 | Read More


  • Elements of a Successful Stewardship Campaign

    Vision is critical to the success of any capital stewardship campaign. The vision set forth by an organization is critical in engaging people in the capital stewardship process.

    As published in Worship Facilities, Mar/Apr 2006

    Added 03/01/06 | Read More