Position analysis is a comprehensive review of a parish or church institution’s entire stewardship and fundraising program. The purpose of the analysis is to determine methods for improving the overall effectiveness of the stewardship program by increasing the amount of support generated while decreasing associated expenses and loss of precious volunteer time.

An analysis is designed to provide specific recommendations to enhance the quality and effectiveness of ongoing stewardship and development efforts. In many cases, the analysis complements a planning study because it identifies misconceptions or misunderstandings that may exist within a parish or between a church organization and its constituents.

Areas of focus include: infrastructure, computerization, methods, solicitation strategies, annual giving, major giving, planned giving, communications, awareness and volunteer leadership.