Switchboard is a digital missions platform from Tentmakers Network that connects everyday believers, Gospel workers, and missions leaders so followers of Jesus can take part in the Great Commission from where they already are.^1 Its homepage says it has helped over 10,000 people find their place in the Great Commission, in 100+ countries, through more than 2,700 ministry connections.^1
The site is organized around three roles. Everyday believers can take a Skill Assessment and get matched to virtual opportunities that fit their skills, gifts, and experience.^3 Gospel workers can request skilled help, and believers can join a prayer circle, send encouragement, and come alongside those on the front lines.^4 Missions leaders can use the Ministry Expansion Kit and Virtual Missions Kit to involve more of a church or organization without travel.^6 Switchboard says it uses AI-powered tools to understand each believer's unique potential, then matches them with ministry needs.^2
Tentmakers began asking how to connect the global church with field needs in 2021; after a pilot that year and a concierge matching service in 2022, the public platform launched in 2023.^2 Executive Director Scott Elequin leads the team.^2 On the Unreached podcast, Elequin described the work this way: "we connect everyday believers to great commission organizations and field workers that are doing the job in the field," framing it as "instead of outsourcing your faith."^8 Everyone on the platform affirms a statement of faith built on the Apostles' Creed - the triune God revealed in Scripture and the life, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus.^5
One believer, Sarah M., a graphic designer in Nashville, says: "I'd wanted to support missions for years but didn't know where to start. Switchboard matched me with a ministry in Southeast Asia that needed exactly my skills as a graphic designer."^1
Gospel workers and ministries use the connection service at no charge. Switchboard is sustained by donor support and optional church and organization subscriptions.^2
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