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The Faithful Generosity Story Shelf highlights congregations and other religious organizations who have sought to use their assets and resources in creative—and sometimes surprising—ways as an expression of faithful giving.
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This Insights explores how your organization’s “digital front door” shapes giving and engagement. Meredith McNabb shares practical guidance on strengthening your website and online presence to support donor trust and accessibility, while Emily Heck expands on this perspective with strategies for improving search engine optimization (SEO) and AI-readiness. Together, they offer actionable ways to ensure your digital presence both reflects your mission and helps people find—and support—your work.
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Drawing on recent research from Givelify and philanthropic scholars, David P. King, PhD, examines the gap between religious donors’ desire to give consistently and their actual giving patterns. He explores how congregations and faith leaders can foster generosity by framing giving not simply as a financial transaction, but as a spiritual practice rooted in habit, reflection, and community.
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Meredith McNabb writes about the unique abundance that can be found in rural US congregations in the today.
Faithful, Hopeful, Loving is a companion resource to Giving Magazine Volume 22, produced in 2020 by the Ecumenical Stewardship Center. It includes campaign guidance, preaching guides, bible study/small group materials, worship/liturgy, children’s sermons, model letters and communication support.
David P. King, PhD shares highlights from the recent Covid-19 Congregational Study noting the many struggles congregations and their leaders are facing.
Andy Debraber reflects on what teaching faithful stewardship looks like in a congregation.
In this special edition of Insights, Lake Institute staff look back on the moments, milestones, and lessons that shaped our work in 2025 while also casting a vision for what lies ahead in 2026.
Explore compelling discussions on nurturing generosity within Hispanic/Latinx communities with contributions from Dr. Carlos W. Perkins and Rev. Dr. Jessica Lugo. Dr. Perkins shares key findings from a recent Lake Institute gathering that examined how cultural and familial values shape philanthropic behaviors. In an expanded perspective, Rev. Dr. Lugo reflects on resilience, hope, and the powerful impact of generosity within the Hispanic/Latinx community, offering valuable insights into building a culture of giving rooted in shared traditions and values.
George Shears III, D.Min. discusses the critical role philanthropy plays in sustaining the Black church.
Rev. William H. Lamar IV expounds on the concept of philanthropy - to do the difficult work of lifting all humans to a life of flourishing.
Conversations among church and community members lead to thriving neighborhood program that provides job training, an after-school program for children, low-cost clothing, a weekly lunch, food pantry, and more.
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