Helper & Gig Network

Barna Group research shows 60% of pastors identify volunteer shortages as their primary barrier to ministry growth, while Lifeway Research found only 32% of churches have sufficient financial reserves to hire professional creative talent.

With 330,000+ Christian congregations in the U.S. facing both volunteer shortages and budget constraints, churches struggle to access the skilled professionals needed for modern ministry—from musicians and designers to tech support and drivers for hybrid worship services.

Our Helper & Gig Network provides vetted, background-checked professionals through a dual model of paid engagements (1.5-10% service fees) and unpaid community contributor matching, addressing the 68% of churches lacking hiring capacity while ensuring safety through GPS verification and emergency protocols.

The post-2020 shift to hybrid ministry has accelerated demand, with 60% of congregations now receiving majority donations online and requiring tech-savvy support. Our network meets this need while creating income opportunities for the 166,700+ independent artists and creative professionals seeking mission-aligned work.

Premium subscription tiers provide enhanced matching services for churches with greater needs, while grant-funded stipends ensure small congregations can participate during the pilot phase, creating equitable access across all income levels.

Key Success Metrics

• 60% of pastors report volunteer shortages as primary growth barrier (Barna Group verified)
• 1.5-10% service fees create sustainable operations while keeping costs 70-85% below agency rates
• 100% verified Helpers with comprehensive background checks and reference verification
• Real-time GPS verification ensures safety for deliveries and on-site ministry work
• 25+ pilot churches targeted for immediate access to affordable creative talent
• Dual revenue model with premium subscriptions and transaction fees ensures sustainability

This network directly addresses the critical gap between ministry needs and resource availability, creating safe, affordable access to professional talent while building sustainable income streams for faith-driven creatives.