TL;DR
In a season where attention is scattered and giving often dips, your church needs more than a giving button—you need a strategy. This article shares how to pair compelling stories of life change with systems that amplify them, helping you drive generosity this summer. From customizable giving pages to chatbot-powered check-ins and donation tracking tools, OnlineGiving.org equips you with the tools and support to grow giving without losing your ministry’s voice.
Cutting Through the Noise
In a world where people are bombarded with over 3,000 marketing messages each day, how does your church stand out and inspire giving? As summer approaches and giving often dips, it’s more important than ever to connect with people in a way that resonates. A compelling story, paired with intentional systems, can turn seasonal slumps into seasons of growth.
Why Stories Inspire Generosity
People give to stories, not spreadsheets. When donors hear how their gifts are making a tangible Kingdom impact—like sending a teen to camp or supporting a local mission—they’re moved to be part of something bigger.
At OnlineGiving.org, we encourage churches to “Get a story, work your story, and tell your story.” When your church regularly shares life change—families restored, students discipled, communities served—it draws people into the mission and motivates giving.
The Power of Systems to Amplify Your Message
A great story needs the right system to carry it. OnlineGiving.org’s platform helps you reach people where they are—whether they’re in a pew or on their phone. With over 10 giving methods (text, web, check scanning, and more), we make it easy for donors to engage.
Digital tools are no longer optional. With physical attendance decentralized, digital engagement is key. Our platform ensures your message is accessible and actionable—from first click to final gift.
How to Strategically Share Your Story
Your story is the spotlight, but systems are the stage that lifts it up. Like the strong wall that supports a stained glass window, your systems provide the structure that allows your story to shine—clearly, beautifully, and at scale. Here’s how to build that synergy:
- Dynamic Website + Giving Pages: Use OnlineGiving.org’s customizable giving pages to feature photos, videos, and giving prompts tied directly to real ministry impact.
- Church Chatbot: Our chatbot features help you connect with donors on specifc ministry initiatives and get them connected.
- Integrated Messaging: Pair your giving strategy with mass text messages and emails for consistent storytelling across platforms.
Avoiding Common Summer Pitfalls
Churches often face summer giving dips due to a lack of clear planning and communication. We help you stay ahead by offering:
- Giving Dashboards: Monitor trends weekly to stay focused.
- Seasonal Playbooks: Learn how to craft stories and messages that align with summer opportunities.
- Support & Tutorials: Access user-friendly guidance and the industry's leading support team.
Try This!
Create a giving page for VBS or summer camp. Add a photo of a child with a caption:
“Jerome says, ‘Your gift helps me go to VBS!’”
Or share a short video of a teen's life changed through camp with a message:
“Your generosity sends more students like me to camp!”
Small efforts like these make a big difference—and our tools make it easy to build and share these messages in minutes.
Your Next Step
Your church has a story worth sharing—one of hope, healing, and life change. Make sure your systems are ready to amplify that story and cut through the noise.
Schedule a personalized demo today at OnlineGiving.org, and let us help you turn your story into a summer of generosity.
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— Online Giving (@onlinegivingorg) May 5, 2025
