Top Ten Insights Articles of 2023
Top Ten Insights Articles of 2023
Thank you for engaging with the articles and resources we shared over the past year! Below you’ll find the most-read Insights articles from 2023. We’re pleased to share these with you in case you may have missed one, and we’re looking forward to more great topics to share with you in 2024!
2023 Giving Trends in Christian Congregations
Scott Thumma, PhD and Rev. Kristina I. Lizardy-Hajbi, PhD explore the 2023 giving trends of Christian congregations in the US.
Giving to Religion in Giving USA 2023
Anna Pruitt, PhD explains the latest data on giving to religion from the Giving USA 2023 report.
Giver Types
Patricia Snell Herzog, PhD writes that the best way to tailor appeals is to engage donors based on the approach they take to their giving.
Start with Belonging
Rabbi Julia Appel shares research about belonging and how different program areas impact a congregant’s sense of belonging.
Attending to Our Intention
David King encourages religious leaders to consider new habits that focus on generosity in 2023.
Introducing the Faithful Generosity Story Shelf
The Faithful Generosity Story Shelf highlights congregations and other religious organizations who have sought to use their assets and resources in creative ways as an expression of faithful giving.
Fundraising or Liberation?
Guest writer, Dr. Jorge Juan Rodriguez V, shares revelations from Latinx philanthropic tensions.
Guest Preaching on Stewardship
Nathan Kirkpatrick highlights the gifts and limitations of being a guest preacher on stewardship.
In-Kind Giving
Meredith McNabb describes in-kind donations and how they can be used to create meaningful connections with donors.
Philanthropy and the Black Church
Reggie Blount and Elizabeth Lynn share the history of philanthropy and the Black church, and where we are now.
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