Thanksgiving Offering

Christ Memorial Church takes an offering every Thanksgiving to assist others in the community and around the globe. We are always delighted to see these gifts used by God in unique ways. We invite funding requests through an application process outlined below.

The deacons prayerfully discern the applications received. The Thanksgiving Offering at Christ Memorial is focused on proposals that will be a specific project that follows Christ Memorial’s mission, vision and values. Projects should be for a specific, tangible project that produces visible results within one year of receiving the funds. It is also important for us to understand your ministry and the structure of your organization. If you are chosen as a recipient, you would be agreeing to a progress check shortly after funds are issued and a follow up communication to share with our congregation at the completion of the project.

If you would like to apply to be a part of the Thanksgiving Offering, we ask that you submit a stand-alone written grant proposal. Your entire proposal should not exceed 8 double-sided pages total, including optional pictures and brochures. If we desire more information, we will contact you. This proposal, at minimum must include the following sections:

• Introduction to your organization (background, history, etc.)
• A mission, vision and/or values statement for your organization.
• A current budget and balance sheet for your organization
• A description of the project needing funding: Describe the need & how this project will meet this need.oHow many lives will be impacted? To what extent?oHow will you measure the success or failure? Who will hold you accountable?oHow will the continued operation of this project be ensured?
• A budget and timeline specific to the project. What other factors could impact the budget or timing?
• Is this proposal contingent upon anything (ie. building permits, land purchase, environmental permits etc.)
• Optional – Any pictures or brochures that will give us a better understanding of the project.

In addition to your written grant proposal, we ask that you complete the form below.

If you have been a recipient of TGO funds in the past, you can re-apply after three (3) years from the year you were selected.