Mission Trip Software... what is it and how do I find the right one for me? Mission trip software are tools that help you run the logistics of your short term missions trips.
We are excited to have released a new feature on ServiceReef - the Master Application. This is a great way to allow for your trip participants to apply only once to serve with your organization, if you would so choose. Additionally, it makes supporting your applications easier in the future.
We thought the best way to unpack this would be to answer some general questions for how this wor...
Besides having a budget (which is covered later), one of the most foundational tools you’re going to use is a work-back calendar. Work-back calendars are simple and we’re providing you an example one to the right and a blank worksheet to the bottom. Use this template to help you build your event calendar. You can either build this calendar based on event dates or desired days to ...
Here are a few things to consider when building your budget...
Preparation Retreat
Lodging & Meals at Retreat
Transportation to Retreat
Training Resources
Team Gear
Meetings
Travel to Site
Travel around Site
Lodging for Event
Meals for Event
Visas
Insurance
Project Funds
Gifts
Debrief Expenses
Post-Event Meetings
Post-Event Resources
A Fundraising Catalyst
As we have worked with many organizations and churches to talk through various challenges (and remember, we are passionate about partnering with you to tackle these challenges). One of these challenges that comes up often is helping trip participants raise funds and know about the tools they have available for raising funds. The team at ServiceReef has created a tool...
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Tip #2 - Equip Your Leaders
Big Picture: Your leaders are your greatest vision advocates... equip them to multiply your vision.
A CEO once asked me if you were rolling out a new initiative... if the time should first be spent engaging your internal teams or making an announcement to the public. Answer... you should always first engage your internal team...
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Tip #3 - Communicate Well
Big Picture: Communicate well and often so your participants feel honored and stay well engaged... don’t allow room for doubt.
Seasons of uncertainty can bring doubt and confusion and as things shift around us, we’re all wondering what’s next, how do we navigate things, and what should we be doing. That’...
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Tip #4 - Shift To Local
Big Picture: You must give people the opportunity to serve wherever they are... but soon!
Many times we don’t think of missions as something that’s local. We won’t dive into that whole discussion... I’m just going to move right into an assumption that we need to shift into being hands and feet right here a...
Looking for ways to engage participants once they get back from a short term trip? Here are a few suggestions to take things to the next level.
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