Introduction
If you’re considering whether to hire a church capital campaign consultant, or invest in a professional program, here are some compelling reasons why it's a wise investment:
Raise More Money: Churches that work with a consultant, or invest in a professional program, consistently raise more funds.
Make a Greater Spiritual Impact: Expert guidance ensures your campaign aligns with your church’s spiritual goals.
Save Time and Effort: Consultants streamline the process, reducing stress and freeing up your team.
Leverage Proven Strategies: Avoid the trial-and-error of a DIY approach, with no professional template, by using tried-and-true methods.
Minimize Risks: A consultant, or a professional program, helps you avoid the pitfalls of a failed capital campaign.
The reality is clear: hiring a church capital campaign consultant significantly increases the likelihood of raising more money.
When DIY Campaigns Might Work—But at What Cost?
You might think you can manage a church capital campaign on your own if:
You’re exceptionally disciplined and diligent.
You have several months of spare time.
You’re incredibly fortunate.
However, doing it well is another matter entirely. Capital campaigns are both an art and a science. Just as you can’t learn to fly solely by reading a book, you can’t master the complexities of a capital campaign without experience.
One major challenge of the DIY approach is the tendency to skip or downplay essential steps simply because you don't fully understand their importance. This often results in churches missing out on both financial and spiritual benefits.
A Church Capital Campaign Consultant Will Help You Raise More Money
On average, churches that attempt a DIY capital campaign without a professional program raise only 50% of what they could achieve with a professional church capital campaign consultant. A successful campaign requires not just knowing the right steps but executing them in the correct order, without mistakes.
In the end, the cost of hiring a consultant is offset by the increased funds raised and the spiritual growth achieved. The benefits of expert guidance, godly counsel, and a structured process far outweigh the expenses.
A Church Capital Campaign Consultant Will Save You Time and Effort
An experienced church capital campaign consultant will help your church organize and equip your team more efficiently. The alternative is for someone on your staff to figure out the entire process, learn how to lead the campaign, and then recruit, train, and support the team—all while managing their regular responsibilities.
Pastoral staff often lack the time, skills, and experience to lead a capital campaign effectively on their first attempt. Unfortunately, seminary or Bible college typically doesn’t cover fundraising. If you don’t have the experience, the best course of action is to hire someone who does.
Maximizing Results with Your Church Capital Campaign Consultant
Once you’ve hired a church capital campaign consultant, here’s how to ensure you get the best results:
Trust: After thoroughly vetting your consultant, trust their expertise. They are the experts in stewardship development.
Communication: Stay in close contact with your consultant. Return calls and emails promptly, especially during the implementation phase when strategic advice is crucial.
Courage: Be prepared to step outside your comfort zone. Your consultant may ask you to take bold steps, but these are necessary for a successful campaign.
Cooperation: Follow your consultant’s advice completely, especially the parts that make you uncomfortable. These are likely the areas where your church needs the most growth.
Conclusion
For your church to reach its full giving potential, it’s essential to follow the wise, biblical counsel of a godly stewardship consultant and/or professional program. If you select your consultant carefully and follow their advice, your church's finances will be greatly blessed.
Need a biblical Church Capital Campaign? Rod and Stephen at Abundant Giving would love to work with you! DIY campaign also available.
