Here are the 3 Steps Churches are taking to fundraise effectively using SMS messages.
Churches thrive on the generosity of their congregation and the confidence that their goals are worth striving for. Garnering donations via text is quickly becoming the most effective way that churches are building their donation pool and funding their great services. In this blog, we will cover how churches can set up a church texting solution and boost their donations in order to make the largest possible impact on their fundraising efforts.
Find A Texting Provider
Running a text donation service is impossible without a little help. You need an SMS provider (we hear Trumpia has a good one!) to help you send messages and complete the donation process. A mass texting provider can help you collect church member contact information and help you target your messages so you get the highest number of donations possible. It works by giving you tools to opt church members into your texting lists and quickly send messages. Since 98% of text messages are read that means that texting for church donations is the most powerful way to kickstart your donation efforts.
Send Donation Reminders
Church members might not always have cash on them to donate during your services, so sending text reminders for donations is a perfect way to reach your members no matter where they are. You can keep them updated on where their money is going and other efforts that they might be interested in helping to fund. You can include a link in your text message to your donation pool, and if you have an advanced SMS provider like Trumpia we can even send them reminders to donate if they haven't clicked the link or have shown interest but not completed the donation yet.
You can also send members of different ministries updates on how they can help in other ways, like volunteering for a bake sale or at Sunday School. Plus if you have a stretch goal you can send them updates to encourage more giving so your great ministries and programs get funded as fast as possible.
How Churches Have Used Trumpia
Mariners Church uses Trumpia across three locations to better serve their community and generate interest in their services and donation drives.
In Their Own Words:
"With Trumpia's text messaging software, you can reach who you need to reach instantly, no matter where they are."
Blair Farley, Director of Communications at Mariners Church
Ekko Church used Trumpia to raise awareness of their charitable drives and encourage higher attendance for their events.
In Their Own Words:
“Trumpia has been one of the most effective platforms we’ve been given to spread the word, gain support, and provide information to our church members. We’re already dreaming about how to use it for our next big event!”
Isaac Chong, Operations Director at Ekko Church
Are you looking to grow your church donation efforts? Call or text Trumpia at 1-888-707-3030 to talk to one of our SMS messaging experts today!
