Art and Ethics of Fundraising

Evangelical relief agencies raise money to help hurting people. Critics say they manipulate donors. Agencies say they highlight the most telling truths. Who is right?

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Overview

Last month many Christians received more solicitations from charities than usual. Whether it's the bell rung by a kettle-toting Santa or a heart-tugging letter, seemingly hand addressed, from an impoverished country, the appeals are loud and clear. And most of the time, they work. In his article, Ken Waters surveys some of the methods used by Christian charities. In this study, we examine the obligations we have to people in need and the organizations that help them.

Table of Contents

LEADER'S GUIDE

    • Identify the Current Issue

    • Discover the Eternal Principles

—Teaching point one: God expects the prosperous to give generously to the needy.
—Teaching point two: We can be bold in praying and asking for money on behalf of the needy.
    • Apply Your Findings

HANDOUT FOR FURTHER STUDY

ARTICLE FROM CHRISTIANITY TODAY

    • The Art and Ethics of Fundraising, by Ken Waters (December 3, 2001)

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