Shelby Systems

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Manage your whole ministry with one system

How to Replace Shelby Systems

Overview

Shelby Systems is a cloud-based church management and financial software solution designed for churches, ministries, non-profits, and denominational headquarters. It provides an integrated platform that combines church management, accounting, giving, and communication tools to help ministries reduce administrative work and focus on their mission. The system serves over 3,000 churches and enables seamless workflows across member management, finances, and community engagement.

Features

24 features across 14 categories

Accounting(3)

Church Accounting

Cloud-based accounting system compliant with FASB 117 and GAAP standards, including general ledger, payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable with clear audit trail

Fund Accounting

True all-in-one fund accounting system specifically designed for churches and non-profits

Invoice Management

Pay invoices from any internet-accessible device

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Automation(1)

Batching and Syncing

Tools for batching and syncing data across integrated systems

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CRM(1)

Member Management

Manage church members with workflows and interactions that ensure every visitor receives follow-up through automated task assignments and emails

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Communications(1)

Communication Tools

Send professional Voice, Text, and Email messages on the fly from anywhere via web or iOS/Android devices

Enterprise(1)

Multi-Location Support

Support for managing multiple ministry locations with a common software solution

Events(1)

Event Registration

Event registration forms and management for church events

HR(2)

Payroll Management

Payroll processing and management tools for church staff

Time Off Requests

Manage time off requests from any internet-accessible device

Hardware(4)

Check-In Hardware

Hardware including barcode readers, check scanners, and finger scanners for member check-in

Mailroom Hardware

Hardware for mailroom operations

Teller Hardware

Hardware for teller operations

TimeClock Hardware

Hardware for employee time tracking

Mobile(1)

MinistryOne Mobile App

Mobile app that helps connect congregation with information they need most, available on iOS and Android

Operations(2)

Purchase Order Management

Ability to approve or deny purchase orders from any internet-accessible device

Remote Administrative Management

Tools for managing administrative tasks remotely across multiple locations

Payments(1)

Online Giving

Multiple donation options including website, text giving, and mobile app with dashboard for real-time reporting, budget forecasting, recurring donations, and custom forms

Reporting(1)

Reporting and Analytics

Powerful reporting tools for financial insights and data analysis

Support(4)

Email Support

Unlimited email support access included in monthly subscription

Free Product Webinars

Access to free webinars for product training and education

Live Phone Support

Unlimited access to live phone support included in monthly subscription

Training Library

Extensive training library and resources for product learning

Website(1)

Church Website Builder

Website builder to create a digital front door for your ministry that represents your church brand and makes a strong impression on visitors

Cost Calculator

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Build vs Buy

Should you build a Shelby Systems alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 24 features.

Buy Shelby Systems

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying Shelby Systems saves ~$18,480 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 24 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.