Are Annual Church Pledge Drives Still Relevant?
Don’t turn the money discussion into a once-a-year event.
Budgets
Let People Shop
Food pantries feed more, waste less with client choice.
Collections Make a Comeback
Giving improved for many in 2011—here's why.
Beating Financial Ups and Downs
How inward comparisons reveal collection patterns and strengthen church budgets.
When the Bank Says No
Rejection is no fun under any circumstance. It can be especially disheartening for a church
Finding the Funding Oasis
Getting the money for a building project during a financial drought.
Determining Which Ministry Gets What
One pastor shares how to best allocate church budget money.
Turning the Key on Tech Buys
A guide—and a grid—to process options before you choose one.
Before Your Church Hires a Maintenance Contractor
The immediate objective is to match the job with the talents of the person or company you wish to hire.
Giving Tech Its Due
How—and where—church leaders should budget for IT.
Finding Grant Funds
Grants and gifts might help outreach efforts but there are catches.
The Persuasive Purchaser
How to approach decision-makers about big buys.
How to Make Wise Purchases for Your Church
Eight key principles church administrators and executive pastors rely on to make the best decision every time.
Budget Bullseye
Churches take aim at a moving target.
Gift or Gaffe?
How to get the full benefit from year-end donations.
Beyond the Price Tag
There's more to effective stewardship than getting a good deal.
Simple Tips for Handling Your Church’s Money
Church financial audits provide you the opportunity to take a close look at how your church handles its money.