Capital Campaign Resources

Thinking about a campaign

Is fear of a capital campaign holding you back from your future? Does there always seem to be a reason why now isn't the "right" time for such an undertaking?

Get realistic about your church’s need for a real capital campaign! Consider these questions:

  • Is your facility inadequate as a tool to carry out your ministries?
  • Has maintenance of your building been deferred to the point that things no longer function or may not be safe?
  • Do the sanctuary, offices, classrooms and fellowship spaces look tired and worn?
  • Are you too crowded?
  • Are you truly able to welcome everyone, including those with mobility issues?
  • Is your wiring able to handle new technology?
  • Is debt handicapping your ability to use your dollars for mission and ministry?
  • Are you tired of addressing an endless list of costly projects?

If you answered "yes" to one or more of these questions, then the time is right to prepare for a capital campaign. Contact Ackley Consulting Group and allow us to start you down the path to finding resources to transform facilities and transformed ministries!

Preparing for A Capital Campaign

A capital campaign is a special opportunity for your congregation to call forth generous and joyous giving. We’ll help you to conduct a visionary campaign that evokes a renewed commitment to the ministry of your church.

We’ll guide your church in carefully planning a campaign with a challenging yet achievable goal. Your campaign should celebrate the congregation’s past as well as anticipate your congregation’s long-range needs.

As your congregation considers a capital campaign, numerous questions may arise. It’s advisable for church leaders to meet with a church campaign consultant as you begin to consider a project that will require significant funding. Our consultant will help you to address issues such as:

  1. What degree of congregational support can we anticipate?
  2. What other factors should we consider in setting a goal?
  3. What are the qualifications for campaign leadership?
  4. What is the right length for the giving period? What happens at the end of the giving period
  5. How much will we need to rely on larger gifts from a few of our members?
  6. When is the best time to schedule our capital campaign?
  7. How long will our campaign take?
  8. What are the benefits of contracting with a professional consultant?
  9. What will the consultant’s fee be? What other expenses can we anticipate?
  10. What are our “next steps” in preparation for a campaign?