Fundraising

Practical fundraising advice for missionaries and ministries. Learn how to raise missionary support, build your donor team, write your first support letter, and steward givers well for the long haul.

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7 Proven Ways Christians Raise Support for Mission Trips

Asking people for money feels a lot like asking for a favor you can never repay. But if Paul could write to the Philippians and say "thank you for partnering with me in the gospel," you can send a support letter — and this time, your donors can actually deduct it.

7 min read | Apr 21, 2026

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Mission Trip Fundraising: Ideas Churches Actually Support

You've got a departure date, a dollar amount, and a group chat that keeps sending you prayer emojis. Here's how to turn all of that into an actual funded mission trip.

7 min read | Apr 20, 2026