The Pitch #128 ChurchSpace: Airbnb for Churches
Apr 10, 2024
Entrepreneur Emmanuel Brown pitches ChurchSpace, a platform connecting churches and renters, aiming to generate revenue. Investors explore the potential of congregational support, church partnerships, and utilizing church spaces for events. The discussion highlights the unique business model, market trends, and the entrepreneurial journey post-pitch, emphasizing faith-driven investments and building community engagement.
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Untapped Church Resources
- Churches are underutilized, sitting empty 70% of the week.
- They possess valuable assets like commercial kitchens, sound systems, and ample space.
Origin of ChurchSpace
- Emmanuel Brown, growing up a pastor's kid, saw the financial strain of church real estate.
- This inspired him to create ChurchSpace, a rental marketplace for churches.
Pandemic's Impact
- The pandemic shifted churches' mindsets towards utilizing their space for revenue generation.
- This change creates a favorable environment for ChurchSpace.