Congregations open up their buildings to serve children, the hungry, the homeless and others in need. Sacred places stabilize neighborhoods, strengthen commercial districts and significantly add to the economic health of our communities. All of this is endangered, however, when congregations can no longer afford to maintain these aging buildings. Partners has developed a family of highly-acclaimed resources to help congregations connect better to their communities, raise capital funds in new ways and preserve their historic building for future generations. We are the nation's only non-sectarian, nonprofit organization dedicated the sound stewardship and active community use of America's older religious properties.
Does your sacred place have an economic impact on the community? YES!
The Halo Research Project studies the economic and social impact that congregations have on our communities. We have completed the data collection process with twenty Fort Worth congregations and it is currently being analyzed. 

It has been such a privilege to meet with and interview clergy, staff and volunteers from these beautiful sacred places. We have been inspired by the stories, tours and newfound friendships made along this journey. We have interviewed some of the largest congregations in the city as well as some of the smallest congregations, some in affluent neighborhoods, some in not so affluent neighborhoods, some in good repair and some in desperate need of repair but the one common thread is that ALL are providing critical community outreach services.

We look forward to sharing the final results with the citizens of Fort Worth in the coming months!