Benevolence Request for Members

Benevolence Guidelines

The focus of this ministry is to assist, provide, or render aid to members of Right Way Christian Center. Consideration will only be given to those who have experienced an unexpected severe interruption of cash flow. Aid given is a gift and is in no way to be presented or constructed as a loan by Right Way Christian Center. Applications are processed weekly and forwarded to the Benevolence Committee for approval. Finally, the assistance is based on the following information:

You must be an active member of the church for at least three (3) months.
Funds are distributed until we have reached the allowed distribution maximum for the month. Once this maximum is reached, you may be considered for benevolence for the following month.
No cash or check is given to the applicant. A check will be issued to the vendor owed.
As a Christian and a member of Right Way, you are expected to be a faithful tither. The committee will review your giving record for consideration of benevolence.
You can only receive assistance once within a 12-month period.
Married couples must be in agreement with applying for benevolence assistance and must both sign the request form.
You must exemplify a righteous lifestyle refraining from any immoral behaviors and/or lifestyles that are contrary to the Word of God.

Benevolence Breakdown

NO ASSISTANCE OR PAYMENT WILL BE MADE TOWARD THE FOLLOWING:
1. Telephhone bill
2. Personal or consumer loan
3. NSF (insufficient funds) checks
4. Hospital bill
5. Home repairs
6. Life, auto, or health insurance payments
7. Out-of-town travel expenses
8. School tuition, daycare
FOOD REQUEST - All food request are handled ASAP. It is the consensus of the ministry that no member or family of the ministry shall be without food, therefore the applicant need only to be a member. A grocery gift card of $50 (or more if available) will be provided.
UTILITIES REQUEST - When a member needs utility assistance, the following dollar amounts shall be considered.
1. Power bill contribution: $150-$300
2. Gas bill contribution: $60-$120
3. Water bill contribution: $50-$100
MORTGAGE, RENT, OR LEASE PAYMENT REQUEST
1. Mortgage, rent or lease contribution: $400-$800
2. Assistance is granted according to the legitimacy of reason, and if funds are granted the member must be able to avoid eviction or foreclosure.
3. If the request is granted, the check will be made payable to the mortgage company, landlord or leasor.
4. If the mortgate, rent or lease amount due exceeds our maximum contribution, the member must show proof of how they will take care of the difference of the balance owed (i.e. loan, paycheck, etc.).
5. The mortgage, rent, or lease agreement should be in the name of the requestor (member).
Counseling, personal ministry or small group participation may be required by an authorized minister/counselor depending on the nature of the financial challenge and/or circumstances when necessary.
Request by non-members may be considered if they are a regular attendee and have a consistent giving record. The first priority is to our members.
Once the Benevolence Committee has reached a decision, the member will be notified via phone or email.

ALL BENEVOLENCE REQUESTS ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL

Name*

First NameLast Name

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Home/Cell Phone*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Work Phone*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Email

example@example.com

Are you a member of Right Way Christian Center?*

YesNo

How long have you been a member of RWCC?*

Do you currently attend services on a regular basis?*

YesNo

Are you a consistent tither to RWCC?*

YesNo

Are you a consistent giver to RWCC?*

YesNo

Do you currently serve on an R Team (ministry team)?*

YesNo

On which R Team do you serve?

Marital Status*

Spouse's Name*

First NameLast Name

Do you have children?*

YesNo

What are the names and ages of your children?

NameAge

Are you presently providing financial support for your spouse and family?*

YesNo

Have you ever received benevolent assistance from RWCC?*

YesNo

When did you receive this assistance?*

Are you presently employed?*

YesNo

Name of Your Employer*

How many hours do you work per week?*

Employement Status*

If unemployed, how long have you been unemployed?

Employment (1) $

Employment (2) $

Unemployment (1) $

AFDC/TANF $

Disability $

SSI $

Food Stamps $

HUD Housing $

Child Support $

Please state the cause or nature of your current hardship.*

What steps are you taking to remedy this situation?*

Have you sought help from any other church or social agencies?*

YesNo

What type of assistance is needed?*

Amount Needed (Please refer to the contribution amounts in the Benevolence Guidelines)*

NOTE: Please attach copies of your statement/bill/lease for which you are requesting assistance to this application prior to submission.*

This benevolence form is not a contract for assistance, nor is it a guarantee of assistance from RWCC. Your signature below indicates that you understand the following:

The Benevolence Committee may refer you to outside/appropriate agencies (MCA, Unemployment Office, Department of Human Resources, etc.)
The Benevolence Committee reserves the right to follow up on any information provided. All personal information will be kept confidential.
The Benevolence Committee will hold you accountable for taking steps to remedy your situation.
Assistance is intended to be a gift. However, under no circumstances is a gift from RWCC to be considered a loan. No gift may be repaid, either in part or in full, in money or labor.

Signature of Requester*

Date*

Date

Signature of Spouse

Date*

Date

Benevolence Request for Members

Benevolence Guidelines

Benevolence Breakdown

ALL BENEVOLENCE REQUESTS ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL

Personal Information

Church Information

Family Information

Employment Information

Income Information