Tools for funding your Ministry

201 Ways to Say Thanks

If you have ever found yourself struggling with how to thank your various donors throughout the year, look no further than 201 Ways to Say Thanks. A revision of The Ultimate Letter Book, you’ll find 201 proven and effective thank you letters, focusing on all topics from reaching out to new supporters to year-end appeals. Designed in an easy-to-copy format, this resource will save you countless hours throughout the year.

201 Ways to Say Thanks Digital Download

This electronic version of 201 Ways to Say Thanks from Kirk Walden will give you digital access to the manual and letters in a convenient download emailed to you! 

Advancement Trends in the Life Community

Free for Heartbeat affiliates! A subscription to our monthly publication gives you development plans, appeal letters, newsletter articles and more.

Banquet Planning From Scratch: Recipe for Success

In this guide, Kirk Walden dishes out key principles on all aspects of the planning process, leaving your guests happy and increasing donations. Your next banquet is sure to sizzle with success!

Behind the Scenes Keys to Fundraising Dinner Success

Engaging Major Donors with Transformational Giving

This 1 hour recorded webinar offers an introduction to major donor gifts.

Firm Foundations

This top-selling manual—at more than 250 pages—is yielding results across the country.

Fundraising 101

Two part recorded webinar from Heartbeat Academy offering an introduction to fundraising strategies for pregnancy help organizations.

Grant Writing Where Do I Start?

This one hour recorded webinar offers introduction to Grant Writing.

How to Write a Winning Grant Proposal

Audio Training and Workbook

How to Write a Winning Grant Proposal Online Training

This one hour training will walk you through the Grant Writing Process.

Raising Funds Fast

Do you need to raise a lot of money fast, but don't know how to get started? If you are looking to raise start up funds or funds for a matching grant opportunity then this session is for you. 

This webinar touches on not only the “whos” and “hows” of asking, but also the "whens" and "whys." You’ll find out keys to making decisions on whether to have an event to help you raise these funds, and how to make it fit your specific needs.

The Newsletter Book

Professionally-written articles, advertisements and more—to make your E-blasts and newsletters shine.

The Ultimate Letter Book

Save time, and raise more funds, with more than 200 letters to powerfully connect you with your supporters.

Thrift Stores: Supporting Life Ministry

This one hour recorded webinar will help you see what a thrift store can do for your ministry!