Testimonials & Endorsements

Practical learning. Meaningful impact.

Hear what leaders in philanthropy have to say about their AGU experience and how it’s shaping their approach to fundraising and asset giving.

I’ve been in fundraising for 40 years and I’m seeing opportunities I’ve missed.

Stephen Christensen

Chief Philanthropy Officer

Olive Crest

Every stewardship pastor should take this course.

Jon Batarse

Pastor of Stewardship & Operations

Mariners Church

AGU really opened my eyes to the exponential growth possible by focusing more on asset giving.

Byron Hack

President

GTi HOPE

It was a perfect balance of learning, connection, and encouragement.

Angela Gomez

Director of Development

Free Wheelchair Mission

The AGU program created a framework before getting into the more technical details of asset giving, which was smart.

Andy Pyne

Area Director, Philanthropy

World Vision

AGU reminded of the pastoral role I have in the lives of our stakeholders.

Amy Sieve

Heartland Regional Representative

HOPE International

“Asset Giving University moves beyond simply teaching concepts about asset-based generosity and instead equips leaders to put those ideas into practice within real ministry settings.

AGU is one of the most promising efforts currently underway to help ministries engage stewardship with greater intentionality. In my experience, this emphasis on applied learning and real-world practice is both unusual and extremely valuable.”

Russell James, J.D., Ph.D., CFP®
University Distinguished Professor & CH Foundation Chair
School of Financial Planning, Texas Tech University

Author of The Biblical Fundraiser Series and a leading expert in charitable giving, with research and teaching focused on major gifts, planned giving, and the relationship between faith and generosity.

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