We all want new people to feel welcome in our church family. But here’s the next step: how do you engage them enough that they feel connected and even inspired to give?
It starts with relationships, but don’t skip the small stuff, like making giving convenient.
Make Giving Easy for Everyone When it comes to encouraging first-time giving, friction is your enemy. That moment when someone wants to give, they should be able to do it instantly.
Here are a few ways to remove roadblocks:
- Never make them search for a pen or envelope.
- Never make them click through five pages to give online.
- Use a short, memorable giving URL.
- Don’t ask for a full biography before they give—keep the form short and sweet.
Offer Giving Options for All Ages Different generations engage with technology differently. Some prefer digital wallets. Others still appreciate in-person giving.
Make sure your giving methods cover:
- QR Code Giving: Great for all ages, especially newer attenders who want quick access from their phones.
- Text-to-Give: Fast and intuitive, perfect for younger and mobile-first generations.
- Mobile App Giving: Convenient for recurring donors and digital natives.
- Web-Based Giving: A go-to option for desktop users.
Bonus: On-Site Giving with a Modern Twist If your church uses SteepleMate’s On-Site Kiosks, here’s a cool option: display a QR code right on the kiosk screen. Attenders can walk up, submit a prayer request, and scan the code for a seamless giving experience.
SteepleMate Makes Giving Simple No matter where or how people want to give, SteepleMate has tools that help:
When giving is easy and accessible, more people participate. That first gift often leads to deeper involvement and stronger community.