As we prepare to close the books on 2015, it’s a good time to reflect on the year we’ve had, make resolutions for the year ahead, and think creatively about how we can achieve our goals. For foundations and nonprofitRead more…
The 40acts resources for small groups and churches are available now!
[*UPDATE* You can now go to www.40acts.org.uk to sign up as an individual or a group, instead of signing up below] 40acts for Lent will be back in 2016, with brand new individual challenges and group resources. We’re making two ofRead more…
12 Intriguing Megachurch Trends
by Warren Bird Does it surprise you that among megachurches…? 62% are multisite, up from 46% five years ago 30% host an online campus (more than just streaming) 57% serve Communion always or often as part of worship almostRead more…
Wealth-X index show ultra-rich philanthropy on increase
The UK’s wealthiest people are some of the top givers globally, according to a report on ultra-wealthyphilanthropy by Wealth-X. Wealth-X records more than 211,000 ultra high net worth (UHNW) individuals globally with at least US$30 million in net assets, and theRead more…
Facts and Figures – Public’s Favourite Causes
There are over 160,000 charities in the UK1, benefiting a wide range of causes from hospices to international development. We explore facts and figures to try and determine which of these causes appeal most to the general public, but findRead more…
Volunteerism Rate Inches Downward to New Low
Adults in the United States volunteered in 2014 at the lowest rate since the federal government began collecting such data 13 years ago. One in four Americans, or 25.3 percent, volunteered with an organization last year, according toRead more…
The USA and UK charity sectors compared
Last year I returned to the UK after 25 years’ working in the US not for profit sector to take up the role of Chief Executive at international development charity, Send a Cow which is based in Bath. Over theRead more…
Connected for Good: A Gameplan for a generous life
Are you looking for ways to make change that’s important to you, rather than just responding to an endless stream of appeals and campaigns? Are you experiencing donor fatigue? Are you weary of fundraising that looks and feels like professionalRead more…
Best Missions Books 2015
Mobilizers recommend this year’s “must reads” Last year’s vote for best mobilization books produced some clear favorites. This year fewer people submitted titles, and only one book was nominated by more than one person. Because the whole list was worthwhile,Read more…
Generosity as God intended way – call to the Arab Church
The Arab Church has a unique opportunity to show God’s generosity in North Africa, the Middle East and indeed the world today. Based on a sermon given at the Arab Word Evangelical Ministers’ Association Consultation on 29 October 2015, theRead more…