Churches are no stranger to the summer slump. In fact, attendance drops an average of 28% in June and July. Summer vacations and outdoor activities can distract even the most avid churchgoer, and fewer attendees often lead to a decrease in giving as well.
Over the years, churches across the country have experienced first-hand the increase in online giving. And this year, the trend continues to rise in popularity. Not only did we see 12.1% overall growth for online giving in 2017; January started the new year off with a 16.4% online giving increase for faith-based organizations.
Recurring giving programs continue to grow in popularity for churches and tithers alike. Churches appreciate recurring gifts because they help with forecasting and donor retention. Tithers love the program because it’s convenient and simple to incorporate into their budget.
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