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Step 3 - Making the ask
Once you've planned your fundraising and done your research into potential donors, the next step is the ask.
Making the ask
In fundraising, an ask refers to any situation where your church asks any individual, trust, foundation or business if they will support you with a donation.
Checklist for grant applications
Developing a case for support
Successful grant applications
Grant funders
Grant guide
Bitesize videos
Fundraising support
Church fundraising blogs
List of grant funders for churches
A list of the top funders that support churches and are currently offering grants. Search to find potential grants for your church.
Demystifying the National Lottery Heritage Fund
The National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) has awarded a remarkable £8.8 billion to 51,000 heritage projects including to churches of all shapes and sizes in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland since 1994.
Forming a fundraising team
Like other types of teams, the most effective fundraising teams have clearly defined roles with people given particular responsibilites.
A checklist: key factors for successful fundraising
After researching possible funders and grants for your church, use this checklist to identify some key points to consider before making an application.
Engaging with the wider community
Communication is a key foundation stone in fundraising. Communicating the right message, in the right way, to the right person can pave the way to a donation now or in the future. Asking your wider community for support is no different.
Digital Fundraising – Frequently Asked Questions
Digital fundraising presents amazing possibilities for your church to grow its giving. To help you get started, we have answered some frequently asked questions.
Top tips for fundraising by churches
Key steps and suggestions for you and your church to take for successful fundraising.
Outputs and outcomes guidance
These words (outputs and outcomes) appear frequently in the world of fundraising and are key to writing clear funding applications.
Researching possible donors and funders
Successful fundraising and grant applications begin with research into possible donors and funders.
Case for support guidance for churches
Regardless of which funder or donor you approach, you will need to have a clear and compelling case for support. This will act as a foundation for all your fundraising and is key to achieving successful applications.
Legacy giving
Through generous legacies, thousands of people a year provide vital income that many organisations, including churches, rely upon to support their mission.
Five top tips to create a successful grant application
Grant applications can be a great source of fundraising income for your church – and often provide the largest size of donation towards your project.
Fundraising planning guidance
Writing a fundraising plan is an important step towards helping your church fundraise successfully.