Every dollar deferred today could result in four to thirty times the expense later.
Let’s face it; no one gets excited about raising funds for a new roof, fixing a broken air conditioner, or patching potholes in the church parking lot. While these projects might not be glamorous, they are absolutely vital to the health and safety of your church facility.
When deferred maintenance can’t be put off any longer, most congregations find themselves with three choices:
- Use cash reserves (if available)
- Launch a capital campaign
- Borrow funds
Often, churches don’t have enough cash reserves and hesitate to start a campaign. The result? They borrow.
Borrowing, in turn, creates more financial strain, as the congregation now faces both repair costs and interest payments. And let’s be honest—raising money to pay off debt is the hardest campaign of all.
Every dollar deferred today could result in four to thirty times the expense later. That’s why we created our eBook, “Deferred Maintenance…Don’t Ignore It”. This free resource explains the importance of proactive maintenance strategies, establishing reserve funds, and incorporating lifecycle planning into your budget to prevent future crises.
Over the years, Church Growth Services has helped churches raise millions for maintenance projects like:
- Replacing 5,000 feet of failed boiler piping
- Stopping water intrusion through sanctuary walls
- Repairing collapsing stained-glass window frames
- Resurfacing parking lots and replacing air conditioners
Were these projects exciting? Not really. But with a compelling message and a strategic campaign plan, our clients were able to inspire generous giving. You can, too.
If your church is facing a looming maintenance crisis, don’t ignore it. Book a FREE 30-minute consult with us, and we’ll build a funding plan together.