Success Story: Faith Bible Church Sees Record-Breaking VBS Attendance

When Faith Bible Church in Naples, FL began planning their annual Vacation Bible School (VBS), they had a clear mission: welcome more local families into their community and plant seeds of faith that would last beyond the summer.

But like many churches, they faced a challenge—how do you reach new families who may not already be connected to your congregation or even aware of your events?

That’s where HeyNeighbor stepped in.

“HeyNeighbor helped us spread the word about our VBS program. We saw a 51% increase year over year in registrations from families in our area, with 25% of those families being unchurched. It was our most successful summer yet!”
— Pastor Phil, Faith Bible Church

Using HeyNeighbor’s simple and effective local advertising tools for churches, the church was able to target families living within a few miles of their campus. The ads were designed to feel welcoming and personal, highlighting the fun and faith-filled experience of VBS. Within days, registrations began rolling in—many from families who had never stepped foot in the church before.

The results were undeniable:

• 51% increase in overall VBS registrations compared to the previous year
• 25% of new families were unchurched, creating powerful new outreach opportunities
• A deeper connection to the local community and renewed energy within the church

“Some of those families are now attending services regularly,” Pastor Phil shared. “It’s more than just numbers—it’s about reaching people we weren’t reaching before.”

Looking ahead, Faith Bible Church is excited to continue using HeyNeighbor to power upcoming outreach efforts, including their annual Christmas concert series and next summer’s VBS. For churches looking to boost attendance and reach new families, Pastor Phil recommends starting with this guide to promoting your VBS and using the Reach Calculator to see just how many families live near your church.