Van Mylar

Van Mylar, MA, CFRM, is a seasoned media and fundraising strategist with decades of experience advancing the missions of faith-based nonprofits, ministries and universities. He holds a master’s in media business management from Regent University and a Certificate in Fundraising Management from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. As Vice President of Client Strategy and Growth at Apex Media Partners, Van helps organizations navigate change with clarity and confidence. During his career, he has partnered with CBN, World Vision, St. Jude, Operation Smile, Feed the Children, Save the Children and In Touch Ministries, transforming bold visions into strategies that drive measurable, mission-driven impact.

Articles by Van Mylar

24 Jun, 2026 14:45 EDT

US & Canada Science Society & Culture

The collapse facing unprepared ministries because of AI

By Van Mylar

AI is not a better search engine. It is a force multiplier for organizational capacity. Many ministries have not yet realized this and are not prepared to shift to an AI world. This is not just about efficiencies, the donor dollar is at stake. Ministries are already reaching a new type of donor with the help of AI. Those who aren't may eventually suffer erasure.
3 Feb, 2026 16:00 EST

US & Canada Church & Missions

Public platforms offer no protection for ministry leaders

By Van Mylar

Contemporary ministry culture leaves leaders without meaningful pastoral care. They are expected to be emotionally present, spiritually resilient, doctrinally precise, and endlessly productive, often without structures for accountability, confession, or rest. Leaders who finish well look different.

Van Mylar

The collapse facing unprepared ministries because of AI

Public platforms offer no protection for ministry leaders

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