Public Finance
Religion Finance Practice
Financing For Religious Organizations
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1890 , Stifel has a long and distinguished history of delivering tailored financing solutions to institutional clients nationwide . We are a national leader in developing creative financing solutions for municipalities , school districts , non-profit organizations , hospitals , religious organizations , and other public institutions .
With offices across the country , our experienced religion finance professionals use their deep knowledge of how religious institutions operate to provide a full spectrum of debt financing vehicles , from traditional fixed-rate bond issuances to the most complex solutions .
THE STIFEL ADVANTAGE
The bankers in Stifel ’ s Religion Finance Practice bring to the table decades of experience in providing financing solutions to religious organizations nationwide . Our financing experience ranges from some of the nation ’ s largest megachurches , to small town houses of worship , and nearly everything in between .
There is no learning curve when you work with a Stifel banker for your church financing needs . We have seen what has worked , and what has not , for ministries across the country . Our bankers will understand your plans , your financial statements , your specific business challenges , and your organization ’ s dreams .
Being a national underwriter of financing for religious institutions allows us to transfer and apply the knowledge we gain on every project to your organization ’ s unique opportunity . Each client is different , and we adjust our approach dynamically to each individual situation and its unique circumstances . For every engagement , our approach is tailored .
We can work with your ministry to develop and implement financing strategies that allow you to manage finances wisely and optimize the important work you do .
We can provide your organization with value-added consultation as it relates to not only financing , but also project planning , fundraising , and construction .
We understand the issues religious organizations face , and we know how those issues can affect the outcome of a project .
And when it comes to financing , we bring to the table the full complement of solutions to consider , whether that is long-term financing , short-term financing , or even tax-exempt options .
We also value relationships . At Stifel , our primary goal is to build and maintain a strong and trusted relationship with each client based on the delivery of value beyond the financing transaction . As your ministry grows and develops , we want that relationship to grow and develop with you .