
Make a long-term difference
Church Benevolence
Goals of Benevolence
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Be the hands and feet of Jesus to those in need
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Holistic discipleship grounded in Biblical principals
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Provide tangible and relational support to families in crisis
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Educate, equip, empower with financial resources
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Stabilize families for the long-term
Build a Team
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Combination of Staff & Volunteers
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Oversees Entire Process
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Assists in Daily Care & Coordinates Services for Applicants
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Meets Practical Needs
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Provides Relational Assistance & Makes Referrals
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Values Confidentiality & Preserving Dignity
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Meets & Prays Together Regularly
Application Process
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Complete Application & Documentation Submitted
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Personal Contact to Discern Legitimacy & Need
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Requests under $200 can be Approved without Full Team Vote
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Requests over $200 must have 50% or more Approval from Team
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Total Monetary Benefit not to Exceed $1,000 per year, unless Approved by Full Team
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Accountability Step for Applicant, such as an Appointment made with a Counselor or Financial Coach
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Some content inspired by Helping Without Hurting in Church Benevolence by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert