Since the early 1990s, Central Florida has witnessed a staggering influx of new residents, presenting the Diocese of Orlando with many new challenges, as well as opportunities. Recognizing the possibility for transformational growth, the diocese assembled a synod of more than 1,000 clergy and lay leaders to prepare the way forward, then partnered with Graham-Pelton to launch a $150 million capital campaign that is leading the Church in Central Florida into a new era.
Alive in Christ has fulfilled not only the diocese’s need for additional space and expanded ministries, but also, it has encouraged and developed meaningful, lifelong relationships across all levels of the church—from parishes to schools to agencies to the bishop’s office.
Graham-Pelton consultants worked side-by-side with church and lay leaders from the early days of the campaign to ensure its spiritual and financial goals were met. At the request of the diocese, we provided short-term executive leadership during the first wave of parish campaigns. Our experienced professionals temporarily filled board positions and guided and mentored campaign leaders on site. We made field visits with campaign staff to parishes throughout the diocese’s nine counties, offered course correction, and also prepared the diocese to independently initiate subsequent waves of fundraising.
Alive in Christ has been a success in inspiring giving at all levels, allowing the whole of the Church of Central Florida to benefit from expanded facilities and greater services. But it is also realizing its bigger promise: to unite a continuously growing church community in supporting its mission.
Graham-Pelton is dedicated to your success.
At Graham-Pelton, our commitment and proven methodology allow us to inspire our clients
to build a groundwork of understanding that engages the people they serve and helps them
deliver on their mission. We bring a thorough knowledge of tried, tested, and true fundraising
principles and combine them with the strengths of your organization to help you identify
your opportunities and achieve your potential.
We are proud to have played a part in this campaign, and our experience has taught us that every organization is different. To that point, we offer a flexible approach in order to provide the solution that's right for your organization. We can provide full-time fundraising management or part-time expert direction to guide your staff and volunteers. Whatever your needs, we focus on your long-term success and structure each project or campaign to maximize results.
Contact Graham-Pelton professionals today to learn how we can help you reach your goal.
