How to Prepare for a Capital Campaign

A capital campaign is an opportunity to identify new leaders, create opportunities for mission and service, and increase the financial capacity of your congregation. Embarking on a capital campaign requires prayer, a clear vision, and the support and involvement of parishioners. The following brochure includes information on:

  1. Remembering the Basic Principles
  2. Identifying the Need
  3. Authorizing Exploration; Informing the Congregation
  4. Creating Ownership and Involvement
  5. Forming Committees to Study Options
  6. Receiving Preliminary Report and Developing Next Steps
  7. Doing a Congregational Review
  8. Authorizing a Feasibility Study
  9. Receiving the Study and Make Campaign Decisions
  10. Consider Using Fundraising Counsel

ECF provides a flexible approach to capital campaign consultation, offering a sliding fee scale and the option for either full-time or part-time counsel.ECF believes that fundraising is a ministry and that holistic stewardship services add value; therefore,capital campaign services include planned giving and annual stewardship direction at no additional cost. For more information, visit the ECF Capital Campaigns page on our website, call ECF at (800) 697-2858 or email us.

How to Prepare for a Capital Campaign