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Giving - Capital Campaigns
The following links provide a variety of resources to assist in planning and implementing a successful capital campaign for your church. Please note that you may find additional materials pertinent to capital campaigns on the web pages regarding endowments. Should you have any questions or need additional assistance, please contact The Rev. Michael Stephenson, Canon for Development, at (312) 751-6725 or mstephenson@episcopalchicago.org.
What is a Capital Campaign? (PowerPoint with Introduction) Offers an overview of what a capital campaign is and how to plan one successfully Considers issues relevant to hiring consultants for assisting a parish with a capital campaign or other large fundraising venture
Suggests a rough ordering of tasks and goals in executing a capital campaign
Suggests the expenses that might be taken into consideration when planning a capital campaign oriented toward raising $1.5 million
Illustrates one way of assessing potential gift sources in a campaign oriented toward raising $1.5 million Before the Campaign Begins (PDF) Offers guidance regarding establishment of vision and the setting of goals prior to beginning a capital campaign.
Provides a role-by-role description of required leadership positions in a capital campaign, along with tips for encouraging the right people to join your fundraising effort. Prospect Review and Appraisal (PDF) Indicates how to research and evaluate potential donors in your church to construct an overall solicitation plan aimed at achieving the goals of your capital campaign.
Indicates two budgeting schematics: the first assists in identifying and quantifying campaign expenses; the second allows for the derivation of a target campaign goal given the estimated cost of the capital project, the cost of the campaign, and attrition due to unfulfilled pledges. |
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