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In Trust Monthly Newsletter, February 2022

Black Theological Education, Fundraising, and much more…
February 28, 2022
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February 28, 2022

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The Gift Colalborative addresses Black student debt

Student debt is still in the news, and in theological education, students who borrowed had about $33,500 in debt. Black students had $42,700 on average from seminary, $11,500 more than white students who had debt. The Gift of Black Theological Education and Black Church Collaborative recently met in Washington, D.C., to discuss the issue with powerful student stories. See more here.

How to think about fundraising

Remark(able) is a feature in In Trust magazine to help provide thoughts and ideas for boards and senior leaders to reflect on:
“Fund-raising is, first and foremost, a form of ministry. It is a way of announcing our vision and inviting other people into our mission. Vision and mission are so central to the life of God’s people that without vision we perish and without mission we lose our way.” – From a Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri J.M. Nouwen

Reflection: How does your board approach its role in fundraising?

 

Sustainable Pathways Webinar Series

The In Trust Center is excited to partner with AGB Consulting on this free, five-part webinar series designed to help grantees think intentionally about sustainability and set their institutions up for success. Dr. David Rowe of AGB Consulting will introduce a new area of sustainability each week, leading discussions on strategic transformation and financial sustainability in theological schools. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask their specific questions during a Q&A period.

Register for sessions here.

Time: 2 – 3 p.m. ET
Dates: March 15, March 29, April 12, April 19, May 3

    New podcast from the In Trust Center

     

    The In Trust Center introduces a new podcast focusing on good governance of theological schools. The new series kicks off with Dr. Rebekah Basinger, director of the center’s Wise Stewards Initiative, and initiative coaches, who discuss finding a new normal, how to orient a board, how to assess a board, and how to recruit board members. 

      Apply for an In Trust Center Resource Grant

      Applications are due April 12, 2022. For more information and to view an on-demand webinar explaining the grant, click here.

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