AI offers unprecedented potential to accelerate mission impact, streamline operations, and amplify outreach. Yet, without intentional governance, it will introduce risks...

Dr. Jeff Collins serves as the Senior Director of Architecture, Data and Analytics, and Platforms at Compassion International. He earned his PhD from Carnegie Mellon University. With decades of military experience in technology strategy and a passion for kingdom impact, Jeff helps ministries navigate innovation with integrity and faith-driven vision.

Christian Leadership Alliance President and CEO Tami Heim recently interviewed Kenny Jahng, Founder & CEO of Big Click Syndicate and AIforMinistryLeaders.com. Kenny Jahng is an entrepreneur, pastor, and strategic advisor.

Kenny Jahng will lead the NEW AI Summit at The Outcomes Conference 2026 in Dallas, Texas (April 28-30). Please join us for this transformational event for Christian nonprofit leaders. Register >>

The Forgotten Gold Mine

Why reactivating lapsed donors should be your priority.

I discovered that some of our most promising prospects were hiding in plain sight. Former donors who already believed in our mission had simply drifted away.

By Jeremy Reis

The Generosity Gap

Bridging belief and giving for Gen Z and Millennials.

Gen Z and Millennials may give differently than their parents, but that doesn’t mean they’re less generous. In fact, they’re often more eager to give – when they understand the purpose behind it.

By Paige Whitaker

The Missing Piece

Answering new donor questions to lift revenue

A great amount of effort at most nonprofits goes into making sure the right creative gets in front of the right donors at the right time, and that’s good! But there’s a frequently forgotten piece that can minimize the effectiveness of those efforts—it’s the new donor welcome.

By Aubrey Hoeppner and Amy Sewell

Brand for Impact

How a clear brand grows giving and advances your mission.

When done well, branding becomes a powerful ministry tool, cultivating trust, growing awareness, and fueling generosity. A clear, compelling brand acts like a magnet, drawing the right people to your mission and making it easy for them to say “yes” to generosity.

By Justin Eklund

Gospel-Centered Fundraising

Does fundraising need a rescue?

If the gospel truly changes everything, that truth applies not only to my heart but also to how I lead, work and serve as a development officer.  As the gospel changes each of us, we move toward God and his work, and ultimately, we join him in the renewal of all things.

By Doug Thorson

Growing Giving God’s Way

Is your “grow giving” goal; “give no more”?

Following God’s path is key to growing giving because then the outcome will be what Exodus 36:6-7 notes when the people were restrained from bringing anymore, “because what they already had was more than enough to do all the work.”

By Dr. Wesley K. Willmer

Video that Inspires

How to activate donors with video

We’re living in a media-first world. Messages that might have once reached supporters through direct-mail newsletters or press releases now compete with a constant stream of digital content. Video cuts through that noise.

By David Coonradt

Mastering Sustained Giving

It’s about acquisition, retention and serving.

Relying solely on single gifts can be risky, which is why sustained giving is essential for all charitable organizations, and regular monthly giving is the most popular form.

By Kim Richardson