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The Sources Of Church Financing

By Lelia Hall


A good number of churches across the globe belong to the community and they play a big part in provision of facilities. They act as a major venue for volunteering activities whereby most of them are used for counseling people on issues of drug and alcohol abuse, finance and debt, homelessness, parenting and health. Therefore, church financing is very important in improving the service provision hence making better facilities.

The importance of providing amenities such as toilets and kitchens and improved access for members of the public is recognized as a key way in which churches can remain integrated in the local communities. This will enable it to meet the special needs of these communities to avoid under using of facilities.

Another benefit for funding for churches is seen when repairs are done on damaged property to enable the building serve its purpose better. As soon as the repair activities are over, the community can come together and discuss issues affecting them as well as spending time together. For a church to hold conferences, there ought to be necessary facilities such as those of holding catering operations.

There are a variety of sources available for funding; namely internal and external. With the internal funding, the main agenda is to rely on the enthusiasm of members. One is running an appeal for regular donations on a monthly basis with the key issue being the commitment towards the vision. Sponsored events are another channel where the members can organize their own fundraising activities.

Still on internal means, action of promises which involves offering your time and skills to raise money which could be anything from babysitting and baking. The internet can also be useful when people set up online giving systems that use slogans. This can be used to reach many people as the internet is widely used and news spread faster.

Moreover, Offering of paid services to people such as ironing, cleaning, washing and cooking can help raise funds too. Members of the congregation selling their unwanted items with one member managing the sales on behalf of everyone can also be used. In some instances, disposing of a building that is owned by the community can be done. Sometimes members of a community could be having access to capital that they are willing to lend at very low or no interest at all.

When it comes to external financing, grants tend to be the most common despite the fact that they usually involve lots of paper work for credibility purposes. The community have to show how committed they are to the project by giving direct donations as this will assure the organization of substantial progress. Some companies may have an interest in a specific build of your project and decide to fund it.

The community around you that must not be members of the congregation can widen the net of the money intended to be raised by engaging in events organized by the church. National lottery is another source despite its controversial nature. People may have different opinions concerning it hence the importance of the issue to be thought over together. A loan can also be sought is supposed to be paid back within 10-20 years.




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