Benevolence request
Who is eligible?
Cross Church has established a Benevolence Fund for the purpose of providing short-term financial assistance to its regular attendees. Depending on the benevolence budget,
we will consider assisting members of our community who are not currently attending Cross Church. This fund is designed to assist with financial needs up to the amount of $150.00.
Assistance from the church will take into account the use of one’s personal resources, including family assistance (such as parents, children, relatives, etc.) as well as their local church involvement (such as small groups, serving commitment, etc.). Any approved funds will be made payable to the provider of the service. No money will be given directly to the applicant.
we will consider assisting members of our community who are not currently attending Cross Church. This fund is designed to assist with financial needs up to the amount of $150.00.
Assistance from the church will take into account the use of one’s personal resources, including family assistance (such as parents, children, relatives, etc.) as well as their local church involvement (such as small groups, serving commitment, etc.). Any approved funds will be made payable to the provider of the service. No money will be given directly to the applicant.
Does my situation qualify for this assistance?
Wise stewardship dictates that assistance be extended when unexpected and serious circumstances develop, creating a hardship in which the health, safety or welfare of one or more members of the household is directly affected. Typically, these hardships are the result of a job loss, an accident, illness or death in the immediate family.
Examples of eligible expenses may include but are not limited to:
- Funeral expenses
- Monthly bills “ Rent/Mortgage, Utilities, etc.
- Medical bills not covered by insurance for necessary, non-elective medical treatment
- Relocation to another residence because of fire, flood, or domestic violence
Examples of expenses that are typically NOT eligible include, but are not limited to:
- Attorney fees Reimbursement for unpaid sick time
- Tuition expenses Income/Property taxes
- Bail Money Credit card debt
- Car payments/insurance/repairs Bill consolidation loans
- Repayment of loans to family/friends
- Home repairs or relocation to another residence (unless it is a result of a fire, flood, domestic violence or other catastrophic event)
Why do you need my information and how will it be used?
Our desire is to help you. In order to assure that we are serving you in the best manner and being good stewards of God's resources, we need to understand you and your financial circumstances. Your information will only be disclosed to those involved with your situation and whom you have contacted for financial assistance.
How do I apply?
1. Complete all information on the application and sign it.
Include any additional documentation that is requested, such as your lease or mortgage agreement, bank statements,
billing statements or any other related documents pertaining to your financial request.
2. Someone will then contact you for a meeting to go over your application.
This mandatory meeting will be conducted at Cross Church only during business hours.
After meeting, the form will then be forwarded to the Benevolence Board for review.
Include any additional documentation that is requested, such as your lease or mortgage agreement, bank statements,
billing statements or any other related documents pertaining to your financial request.
2. Someone will then contact you for a meeting to go over your application.
This mandatory meeting will be conducted at Cross Church only during business hours.
After meeting, the form will then be forwarded to the Benevolence Board for review.