Leveraging Church Property Can Sustain Your Mission
Churches give great attention to how they spend their money to support their mission. Likewise, churches should consider their land and buildings as shared assets of the community of faith to be used to the maximum for the mission. The most obvious use of a church’s property is for worship, education, fellowship, and community service. However, even active congregations have relatively low space usage compared to how other organizations use their space. So, exploring additional uses—whether to expand the church’s ministry, support other groups, or generate revenue—is an exercise in prudent stewardship…Continue Reading
Navigating Financial Challenges: Strategies for Sustainable Church Funding
Most churches, whether large or small, face challenges when it comes to finances and funding for continued ministry. Needs continue to arise from budget shortfalls, minor and major repairs, unexpected expenses, starting new ministries, and more. When these needs arise, it can be easy to dip into reserve and endowment funds with the intent to reimburse those funds later. These safety net funds are carefully crafted with the intention to sustain churches and ministries far into the future (and in extreme circumstances) and should be a last resort…Continue Reading
Now Hiring Director of Development
We are hiring for the Foundation staff! This position will play a crucial role in developing and nurturing a network of pastors and leaders, providing training and education on stewardship and financial readiness, and ensuring effective communication of planned giving opportunities. This position has the potential to advance to the Executive Director role.
- Salary: Competitive salary and benefits available
- Reports To: Executive Director
- Type: Full-time office and regional travel
- Location: Dothan, Alabama
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your resume to [email protected]. Visit www.alwfumf.org/now-hiring-director-of-development to learn more.
Upcoming Game Changing Leadership Webinars
Game Changing Leadership events focus on a variety of financial topics and needs within the church, including, but not limited to, fostering a generous culture, developing financial leadership skills, developing and implementing planned giving/legacy giving, and improving personal and church financial health. Each event covers relevant topics and includes practical tips and tools that church leaders can easily put into place right away to start seeing an impact…Continue Reading
- August 25: 21st Century Stewardship with Mark DeYmaz, Chris Stovall, and more
- September 25: What Defines a Major Donor and What Do We Do with Them? with Chris Stovall and Broderick Santiago
- December 4: Giving Metrics That Matter with Chris Stovall and Broderick Santiago
Digital Newsletter
View and download the Spring/Summer 2025 Generosity Matters Newsletter.
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