Gathering

How to raise funds locally at Christmas In Africa and Middle East

Biblical and practical fundraising tools for churches and ministries of every size.

8 Oct 2025 Online

At Ministry Fundraising Network, we know that Christmas doesn’t look the same everywhere

In Africa, families gather for vibrant feasts and church choirs fill the air with praise. In Asia, bustling markets and lantern festivals set the scene. In Central and Latin America, communities come alive with processions and midnight services. In Europe, candlelit vigils and quiet family traditions take center stage.

But wherever we are, one thing unites us: Christmas is the season of celebrating the birth of Jesus – God’s greatest gift to humanity that inspires joy and generosity everywhere.

It’s a time when people’s hearts are wide open, families exchange gifts, churches take up special offerings, and even those who rarely give are moved to share. All these things make the Christmas season a unique window of opportunity for ministries of every size to raise support locally and to share with those who are suffering.

The challenge? – Without prayerful planning, a compelling ministry story, and culturally relevant ways of inviting support, this opportunity can slip away.

That’s why we’d love you to join us for one of four interactive fundraising webinars designed for your cultural context, so you can seize the opportunity to raise more funds locally for your mission this Christmas season.

By attending one of our webinars, you will learn how to:

  • Ground your fundraising efforts in Scripture – remembering that Christmas is about the greatest gift: God sending His Son.
  • Understand why Christmas giving matters – both biblically and across cultures.
  • Design and run an integrated Christmas campaign – with clear goals, storytelling, and giving opportunities that fit your community.
  • Thank and celebrate your supporters in meaningful ways – from personal visits in Africa, to public honour in Asia, to handwritten notes in Europe.
  • Learn from your local peers – share ideas, successes, and challenges with Christian fundraisers in your region.

Where to learn more about the gathering?

Join a fundraising workshop in your region – book your place at: mfn.global/events/

If you have any questions, please email: hello@mfn.global