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Capital Campaigns

Build the Future Your Church Envisions

Fixed-fee capital campaigns that keep incentives aligned, costs fair, and goals met. We have never missed a campaign goal.

100% Campaign Goal Success Rate
1,000+ Churches Served
Fixed Fee Not a Percentage
40+ Years of Experience
The Difference

Fixed Fee. Aligned Incentives.

Most capital campaign firms charge a percentage of the money raised — typically 3-10% of total commitments. That means the more your congregation gives, the more the firm earns. This creates a fundamental misalignment of incentives.

Russ charges a fixed fee for every campaign. This means:

  • Your consultant's goal is your church's goal — not a bigger payday
  • Smaller churches aren't penalized with proportionally higher costs
  • Transparency in pricing from day one — no surprises
  • Every dollar raised goes further for your actual project
  • Trust between your consultant and congregation stays intact

When your consultant earns more by pushing harder for commitments, who are they really serving? A fixed fee puts you and your church first.

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Why Fixed Fee

The Math Speaks for Itself

See how Russ's fixed-fee approach compares to the industry-standard percentage model.

Campaign Size Percentage Model (5%) Fixed Fee Savings
$500,000 $25,000 $20,000 $5,000
$1,000,000 $50,000 $20,000 $30,000
$2,500,000 $125,000 $20,000 $105,000
$5,000,000 $250,000 $20,000 $230,000
$500,000 Campaign
Percentage Model (5%) $25,000
Fixed Fee $20,000
Savings $5,000
$1,000,000 Campaign
Percentage Model (5%) $50,000
Fixed Fee $20,000
Savings $30,000
$2,500,000 Campaign
Percentage Model (5%) $125,000
Fixed Fee $20,000
Savings $105,000
$5,000,000 Campaign
Percentage Model (5%) $250,000
Fixed Fee $20,000
Savings $230,000

Percentage model costs shown at 5%, which is common in the industry. Actual rates vary from 3-10%.

The Process

How We Run a Campaign

A proven methodology refined over 40+ years and 1,000+ churches. Every campaign follows a clear, strategic path to success.

1

Vision & Assessment

We work with your leadership to clarify the vision, assess congregational readiness, and establish a realistic campaign goal that your church can rally behind.

2

Strategy & Preparation

We develop a comprehensive campaign strategy including timeline, communication plan, leadership cultivation, and materials — all customized to your church's unique context.

3

Execution & Follow-Through

We guide your church through the active campaign — from leadership commitments to congregational pledge events — and stay engaged through fulfillment to ensure every goal is met.

What's Included

Everything You Need to Succeed

Every campaign includes comprehensive support from start to finish.

Congregational Readiness Study
A thorough assessment to understand your congregation's giving capacity, engagement, and readiness for a campaign.
Campaign Materials & Branding
Professional campaign materials, videos, print collateral, and digital assets that inspire generosity and communicate the vision.
Leadership Cultivation
Strategic engagement with key leaders and major donors to build momentum before the public campaign begins.
Communication Strategy
A phased communication plan that builds excitement, conveys urgency, and moves people from awareness to commitment.
Pledge Events & Commitment Sundays
Expertly planned giving events designed to create meaningful moments that inspire generosity and congregational unity.
Fulfillment Tracking
Ongoing monitoring and reporting to ensure pledges are fulfilled and your campaign reaches its full potential.
For Small & Medium Churches

Built for Churches Like Yours

Many capital campaign firms focus on megachurches and large congregations. Their percentage-based pricing reflects that — and it disproportionately hurts smaller churches.

Russ's fixed-fee model was designed with small and medium sized churches in mind. Whether your campaign goal is $200,000 or $5,000,000, you get the same level of expertise and dedication.

  • Same proven process regardless of church size
  • Pricing that respects your stewardship responsibility
  • Deep experience with churches of every size
  • Personal attention — you're not handed off to a junior consultant
  • A partner who understands the dynamics of smaller congregations
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Churches of every size — from rural communities to growing suburban campuses.

Common Questions

What Churches Ask Us

"Is our church big enough for a capital campaign?"
Absolutely. We've served churches of all sizes. A well-run campaign works regardless of congregation size — the strategy simply adapts to your context.
"What if we don't reach our goal?"
In over 40 years, Russ has never missed a campaign goal. Our process includes careful assessment upfront to set realistic, achievable targets. We don't guess — we plan.
"How is a fixed fee different from a percentage?"
A percentage model means the consultant earns more when you raise more — creating a financial incentive to push harder. A fixed fee means our success is measured the same way yours is: did the church meet its goal?
"How long does a typical campaign take?"
Most campaigns run 12-16 weeks from kickoff to commitment Sunday, with preparation beginning 2-3 months before. Fulfillment typically spans 2-3 years.
"A capital campaign isn't about money — it's about mobilizing your congregation around a shared vision for the future. When you get the vision right, generosity follows."

— Russ Olmon

Ready to Fund Your Church's Next Chapter?

Start with a conversation. Russ will help you assess your readiness, clarify your vision, and understand what a campaign could achieve for your church.

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