Walsh and Associates Blog

Are you looking at a church building or renovation project at your church and wondering about what you can afford? Here’s some good rules of thumb from Jeffrey Thomas of Omega Church Consultants church designers and builders. I’d love to … Continue reading →

Some simple but good tips from Martin Shaw on raising funds and how to ask for major gifts.

Some great insights from Irene Lizarraga about using social media to promote your church and the importance of setting up a system to accept on-line contributions. I’d love to hear about your thoughts and experiences with this. Please comment below. … Continue reading →

Some good suggestions from church building consultant Stephen Anderson. It is true…good counsel before you build, especially in the project planning process can be invaluable.  I’d love to hear your experience and thoughts on this.  You can comment below. ******************** … Continue reading →

Here’s an article  written by Mark Etinger about how to recognize donors to your church.  These are especially  appropriate for church capital campaigns where I believe you should recognize both everyone’s as well as exceptional gifts in a special way. … Continue reading →

To me, this defines Christmas!  What a great way to honor your family and friends and help their churches and favorite charities! Let me know your thoughts on this with your comments below.

A good article from Dennis Antunes about the importance of sound church management software for church operations including management of follow-up and fulfillment efforts for a capital campaign. I’d love to hear your ideas and thoughts on this through your … Continue reading →

This is a good article from Russ Olmon on what you must do “before” and “after” a church capital capital campaign to assure optimal results. Oftentimes we place a lot of emphasis on what you should do “during” the campaign … Continue reading →

A tribute to a young couple that has their priorities straight and an inspirational example for others to follow. Let me know your thoughts or of similar examples of generosity.  I’d love to hear from you.

Some good tips on asking for major gifts from fellow consultant Norman Olshansky… Ten Tips for Major Gift Solicitors 1. Do your homework Make sure you are familiar with the services and programs that are offered by the organization. Review … Continue reading →