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Q: What is a capital campaign?
A capital campaign is an intensive fundraising effort,
for a well-defined need, over a limited period of time,
to raise a specific dollar amount, beyond the annual giving of a congregation.
Q: What exactly did we commit to?
On Sunday October 5, 2008, our congregation
voted to move forward with a capital campaign
to raise $800,000 to fund:
• Capital improvements to our church facility - $469,000
• Housing for future pastors - $240,000
• Outreach commitment - $60,000
Q: Whose idea was this capital campaign?
Our congregation’s!
Over the past three years, we voted to accept our new vision, mission statement and goals; the Capital Campaign Study Committee produced a Case Statement outlining the needs of our church;
and last fall we voted to have a capital campaign to fund those needs in alignment with our vision and mission.
Q: How were the capital needs originally
determined?
With the help of the Trustees and the congregation,
a prioritized list of repairs and upgrades to
our facilities was created. We also acknowledged
that our future pastors will need a place
to live. We may no longer have the luxury of
pastors who already own their own home. And
we will honor our commitment to the Together
for Tomorrow campaign of our annual conference,
plus fund micro loans.
Q: When does the campaign begin and end?
The campaign actually began with the vote last
October to proceed, and the Leadership Team
was selected in January 2009. Our pledges of
support will be consecrated on Celebration
Sunday May 10, 2009; and the 3-year giving
period will begin on May 17, 2009 and conclude
at the end of May 2012.
Q: Who will be asked to support this campaign?
This campaign is a whole church effort.
Everyone will be asked to participate, giving in
proportion to their resources and personal
circumstances.
Q: How will we raise the funds?
Connections by mail and/or a visit will be made
with every household. Campaign Stewards will
schedule a time to talk about life at Holy Trinity
and will bring Letters of Intent for each friend
and member to complete. These commitments
will be private decisions that do not need to be
discussed with the visitor and information will be
known only by the Recorder Jenn Piscitello.
Q: What happens if the capital campaign does
not reach its financial goal?
All recommended improvements to our facilities
have been prioritized by the Trustees beginning
with a new heating system. Lower priority items
will need to be put aside until additional funds
are raised. However, please remember that a
feasibility study indicated that Holy Trinity is
capable of reaching its goal over a three-year
period.
Q: How should I decide how much to give?
This very personal decision should start with
prayer. The Guidelines for Faithful Giving, listed below,
offers suggestions for giving in proportion
to our blessings. Remember, all gifts – large and
small – are important to achieve the total goal.
Q: How long will I have to fulfill my financial
commitment to Holy Trinity?
The giving period will begin on May 17, 2009
and conclude in May 2012. This is a three-year
giving period, and four tax years.
Q: Will the capital campaign accept donations
other than direct cash gifts?
The capital campaign can accept cash and the
selling or transfer of stocks, bonds, and real
estate. There are other creative ways to find the
financial resources including the selling of
jewelry, antiques, artwork, and life insurance
policies.
Q: Will memorial and commemorative gifts be
accepted?
Most definitely! This is a wonderful way to honor
or remember a relative, friend or organization.
Q: Can I designate to which part of the
campaign my money will go – the facility
improvements, the parsonage, or outreach?
No. All money raised by the campaign goes to a
single fund which will be used to finance all three
areas of need.
Q: How will the Live our Faith, Launch our
Future campaign benefit our congregation?
We expect many benefits from our campaign. A
revitalized facility will help our ability to grow,
allowing us to better serve our members and the
surrounding community. A parsonage allows us
to select from a larger pool of candidates, giving
us the best pastors from which to choose. Our
outreach opportunities not only benefit their
recipients, but enrich the lives of the people of
our congregation who participate in this vital
work of God.
Q: How can I obtain additional information about
the Capital Campaign?
Any member of the Capital Campaign Leadership
Team will be glad to talk with you.
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