NextAfter Institute
NextAfter Institute is the training arm of NextAfter, an online fundraising research lab and consultancy focused on helping nonprofits acquire more donors and grow their revenue in order to increase impact and grow generosity.
The Church Network
Whether you’re a church administrator, pastor, or volunteer leader, TCN is a valuable resource for navigating the complex responsibilities of church leadership with confidence and professionalism.
Greater Ontario House of Prayer (GOHOP)
The Greater Ontario House of Prayer (GOHOP) is a praying community in Hamilton, Ontario, dedicated to cultivating deep spiritual rhythms of prayer, discipleship, and mission. As part of the global 24-7 Prayer movement, GOHOP exists to serve and equip the Church by fostering personal and corporate prayer expressions that unite believers across denominations.
Daily Bread University
Our Daily Bread University (ODBU) is an affordable, accessible online learning platform designed to equip Christians at every stage of their spiritual journey. ODBU offers courses to help you learn, grow, and lead in your faith and ministry.
Affiliated with Our Daily Bread Ministries, ODBU has been serving the global church for over 20 years, providing trusted, Bible-centered resources to help believers grow spiritually and equip themselves for leadership and discipleship.
NonprofitReady.org
NonprofitReady.org offers over 600 free online courses and certificate programs designed to strengthen skills essential for nonprofit and ministry work. Whether you're leading a church, managing staff, working with volunteers, or overseeing operations, this platform provides training in areas critical to ministry effectiveness.
Church Administration Theology and Time Management Course
In this Duke Divinity+ non-credit course for church pastors and leaders, you will learn the importance of approaching church administration theologically. More specifically, you will engage church admin as church practices whose theological goals are discipleship, formation, witness, and worship. As such, church administration should be a critically important component of pastoral leadership and competence.
Reliant Creative
Reliant Creative is a creative agency dedicated to helping churches and Christian nonprofits tell their stories effectively to mobilize the Church for action. They believe that storytelling is a powerful tool to inspire generosity, engagement, and discipleship. With a deep understanding of ministry challenges, Reliant Creative partners with organizations to create tailored solutions for branding, messaging, websites, and digital content. Their work is fueled by the belief that sharing stories of God’s work can grow ministries, build community, and expand the Kingdom.
The Storytelling Non-Profit
For ministry leaders, mastering the art of storytelling can have a profound impact on your fundraising, donor engagement, volunteer recruitment, and communication efforts.
The Storytelling Non-Profit, led by Vanessa Chase Lockshin, offers practical tools, courses, and coaching to help tell compelling stories that inspire generosity and deepen connections with your writing for.
Lectio365 App
The Lectio 365 App is a powerful tool for spiritual formation, designed to help believers pray and meditate on Scripture throughout their day. Inspired by the ancient rhythms of prayer practiced by Jesus and His disciples, the app invites you to pause three times daily—morning, midday, and evening—to connect with God through prayer and reflection.
Whether you’re seeking to deepen your personal relationship with God or lead your congregation into a more intentional prayer life, Lectio 365 offers accessible, Scripture-centered devotions that bring peace and focus in a busy world.
ReachRight
REACHRIGHT Studios, a team of pastors, church leaders, and marketers, equips ministries with tools and strategies to grow their impact online.
Rally Up
RallyUp’s Church Fundraising Guide provides practical, step-by-step guidance to help churches plan, execute, and maximize their fundraising efforts. The guide uses some common (and some less common) examples to demonstrate the best practices in organizing a fundraiser at your church.
Non-Profit Marketing Nerd
Kelly, the creator of Nonprofit Marketing Nerd, brings years of hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing and fundraising to provide practical tools and training for leaders like you. Having worked as a Public Relations and Development Director, she understands the challenges of juggling multiple roles and the need for simple, effective solutions to amplify a mission.
Ecclesiastical Fundraising Hub
The Ecclesiastical Fundraising Hub is a free resource designed to help churches navigate the challenges of fundraising. Whether your church is raising funds for new programs, building projects, or ongoing ministry, this hub offers practical guidance and tools to support every step of the process.
Art of Story Telling to Boost Church Fundraising
The webinar, "Master the Art of Storytelling to Boost Church Fundraising," features Romal Tune, a sought-after speaker, author, and nonprofit consultant. Hosted by Nonprofit Fundraising Management, this session equips ministry leaders with practical strategies to use storytelling as a tool to inspire generosity and deepen donor connections. Rooted in biblical principles, Romal emphasizes how stories of transformation can showcase the impact of your ministry, engage hearts, and encourage action. With insights on crafting compelling narratives, avoiding common pitfalls, and keeping donors engaged, this webinar is an essential resource for churches seeking to strengthen their fundraising efforts.
Church Administration Certificate
Through four engaging six-week courses, participants will learn from experienced instructors and connect with peers from across the country, building a network of like-minded leaders in church administration.
Prayer & Possibilities
Prayer & Possibilities is a ministry dedicated to guiding individuals toward a deeper, more vibrant relationship with God through prayer and faith development. Founded by Kathryn Shirey, the platform offers resources designed to help you learn how to pray, deepen your faith, and step into God's possibilities for your life.
Ignatian Resources
Ignatian Resources is dedicated to helping individuals and communities embrace the transformative wisdom of Ignatian spirituality. Ignatian spirituality is based on the work of the Catholic Saint Ignatius of Loyola, taking inspiration from his spiritual exercises and famous spiritual retreats. With a mission to make this timeless tradition accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds, Ignatian offer a wide range of thoughtfully crafted tools to deepen faith and encourage personal growth.
The Book of Belonging
The Book of Belonging is an illustrated Bible storybook to help children understand the rich diversity of God's people, emphasizing identity, contemplation, and wonder. It presents 42 Bible stories from both the Old and New Testaments, featuring diverse narratives and illustrations that include women, men expressing emotions, and people of color, ensuring that every child can see themselves reflected in the stories. The book encourages imagination and wonder, allowing kids the freedom to explore, question, and discover a personal connection to their Creator.
The Prayer Course
The Prayer Course is a free, online resource designed to help individuals and groups explore the depths of prayer in an engaging and accessible way. Rooted in the Lord’s Prayer, it offers a series of interactive video sessions that combine practical teaching with reflective exercises, fostering a deeper understanding of prayer’s transformative power.