Walsh Wisdom

The Power of a Few How Lead Gifts Ignite Church Capital Campaign Success   Every successful church capital campaign begins with a handful of extraordinary gifts. These significant, often large, donations made at the beginning or early stages of a fundraising...

Many Hands Make Lighter Work, & Stronger Churches   Volunteers are the heart of every successful church capital campaign. They bring the energy, skills, and personal connections that transform fundraising from a financial effort into a true community mission....

St.Mary Catholic Parish, Vermilion, Ohio   At Walsh & Associates, we consider it a true privilege to walk alongside faith communities as they seek to strengthen their mission and secure their future. Partnering with St. Mary Catholic Parish in Vermilion,...

Raising Hearts & Hope   How to Craft A Powerful Case Statement For Your Church Capital Campaign When it comes to launching a successful church capital campaign, one of the most critical elements is the case statement. This “case for support” is more than a...

When churches begin dreaming about what they need – a new facility, expansion, maintenance needs, debt reduction or elimination, or ministry investment – they’re often eager to dive in. The vision feels urgent. The needs are real. Rushing ahead into a campaign without...

5 Steps To Building Your Strongest Supporters   Engaging your most influential and invested individuals during project planning can make them your strongest supporters. They create enthusiasm, build momentum, and inspire generosity throughout the church.  ...

St. George’s Episcopal Surpasses Campaign Goal With Overwhelming Support At Walsh & Associates, we have the privilege of walking alongside churches as they dream, discern, and build for the future. Recently, we partnered with St. George Episcopal Church in Dayton,...

5 Step Clarity Plan Why Do Church Capital Campaigns Stall? Capital campaigns can be powerful opportunities for churches to grow, serve, and reach more people. But when churches launch with unclear goals or vague plans, they often run into roadblocks that slow momentum...

Fall is a Fresh Season to Re-Engage With Your Communities As summer comes to a close, September offers a fresh season for churches to reengage with their communities. From our experience working alongside churches, we’ve seen how this time of year naturally invites a...

Why Capital Campaigns & Stewardship Work Better Apart   Can You Combine a Capital Campaign with Annual Stewardship? Yes… But Should You? When a church launches a capital campaign, it’s natural to wonder whether it can, or should, be combined with the annual...

Saint Matthew Lutheran Church At Walsh & Associates, we love walking alongside churches as they step boldly into the future God is calling them toward. Recently, we had the privilege of partnering with Saint Matthew Church in Walnut Creek, California on their...

  A Campaign Management Software System Is Key to Church Capital Campaign Success   A Full Operational Campaign Framework When a church embarks on a capital campaign, whether for a building project, debt reduction, or ministry expansion, it’s a deeply...

Why A Church Capital Campaign Can Be The Key To Freedom Your Church’s Future Shouldn’t Be Limited By Past Debt Many churches take on debt with good intentions such as expanding facilities, building worship centers, upgrading schools or gyms, or responding to growing...

St. Gabriel Catholic Church & School St. Gabriel Catholic Church and School in Connersville, Indiana, has long stood as a beacon of faith, formation, and community. Established in 1851, the parish has always recognized the importance of Catholic education in...