CPYR Similar Ministry Application

Similar Ministry Application
Thank you for your desire to become a similar ministry alongside Crystal Peaks. Please take time to read and pray over the seven key statements below and consider if they are an accurate representation of the foundation, vision and trajectory of your ministry.

1. I desire to unite with the Crystal Peaks Similar Ministry team in sharing the redemptive love of Jesus Christ.

2. We utilize equine ministry as the primary means through which the love, hope, healing and redemption of Jesus is shared.

3. I agree with Crystal Peaks' mission Statement of Faith (printed below) because it aligns with the Great Commission.

Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch is a faith-based ministry organization. The Founders, Board of Directors and staff of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch believe that Jesus Christ is the one and only Son of God, He is our Savior, our Redeemer, and coming King. We believe the Bible is the breathed Word of God, perfect in every word and without error. It is our greatest desire to serve the Father by the demonstration of our faith through action. Faith on the Ranch is expressed through “living example” to those we work with.

It is our highest honor to serve children and families of all backgrounds with the same loving grace that has so freely been given to us. As a result of this foundation, all of our programs and training are structured accordingly.

4. I have recently attended a Crystal Peaks’ IGNITION Event (2020 to current year acceptable).

5. By daily pursing the leadership of Jesus through God’s Word, worship and prayer, I have fashioned my ranch ministry to be uniquely centered on His loving redemption.

6. I agree that all aspects of our ministry will respectfully point to the saving grace of Jesus Christ, not any program, technique or living thing.

7. I agree to shoulder with Crystal Peaks each year through their annual update.
If these statements parallel the vision of your ranch ministry - and you agree - please initial:*

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For those who might have questions about your organization potentially meeting the requirements of becoming a similar ministry of CPYR, please, contact us before continuing any further with this form. We would welcome clarifying discussion and any other way we can be a support to you.

You can contact us by emailing similarministries@cpyr.org or calling 541-330-0123.

Our regular office hours at Crystal Peaks are 9 am - 6 pm (Pacific), Monday - Thursday.
Know that the following application is intended to provide a baseline of information for further conversation. This gives us insight into the uniqueness and the hope of your program. We ask that only ministry founders fill out this application, as this is who we will contact once reviewed.

Please do not be daunted by the questions. If some inquiries are in areas you haven't developed or considered yet, we ask that you answer to the best of your abilities and goals for the coming year. The application is extensive and requires some thought, so please set aside enough time to thoughtfully and accurately complete.

We also require that you submit two letters of reference. We would like to see one reference from an individual whom you have served under (board member, pastor or employer) and the second from someone within the ministry (leader, volunteer or session child parent). These letters need to be submitted with the application. Please upload letters of recommendation before moving forward in the application process. As requested above, please submit your two reference letters:
Upload your 1st letter of reference here:*

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Once we receive your completed application, we will contact you and set up a phone review.

Ministry Information
Ministry name (Please include any other names used if applicable):*
Name of individual filling out form:*
What year did you attend our Information/Ignition Clinic?:*
Founded by (please list all applicable names):*
Are the founders still active in the ministry?*

YesNo
What roles do they play?*
Date ministry was founded:*
Year nonprofit status obtained:
Format: YYYY
Tax ID # (EIN):
Does your ministry have a 501(c)(3)?*

YesNo
Where are you in the process of gaining a 501(c)(3)?
Is your organization affiliated with another church, organization, or denomination?*

YesNo
Which one?
Please share your ministry's mission statement:*
In two or three paragraphs, please describe how your ministry came into existence / the testimony of your ranch:*
Describe your current program in one or two paragraphs:*
Please share what Bible verses, if any, are a signature part of your ministry and why:*

Organization Information
At this time our organization's status is:*

Open - Serving clientsOpen - Limited availabilityTemporary Closure - In transitionNot yet open, but in process
How many months/years have you been serving participants?*
How do you incorporate sharing the Gospel, the saving hope of Jesus, through your program?*
Is there anything else you would like to share about the status of your organization?

Training and Safety
What training do you require for each of your session leaders? How often?*
What kind of safety training do you have in place for your staff and volunteers?*
Are the leaders working with children in your program fingerprinted?*

YesNo
Do you require any of your staff, volunteers, or session leaders to be CPR/First Aid certified?*

YesNo
Describe the training your horses (or other ranch animals) in your program go through before eligibility in your program:*
In what tangible ways do you offer hope and resources to kids and families in need? Please give examples:*
After reading over the similar ministry qualifications in this application, do you believe your ministry falls within these guidelines?*

YesNo
Why?*
Why not?*

Hands and Feet of Your Ministry
Please summarize a breakdown of your current board of directors and describe their primary method of support (e.g. actively involved, strictly financially involved, advisory on specific issues only, etc.):*
How often do you meet as a board?*
List any core team members and their roles in the organization as well as the strengths they bring to your ministry (e.g. staff, volunteer coordinators, barn managers, session leaders, assistants, ranch pastors, grounds keepers, etc.):*

Support
What do you foresee as the top three (3) needs of your ministry in the next year?*
What do you see as the greatest area of need for your current team?*
Are you interested in receiving notice of potential volunteers (as available)?*

YesNo
Are you able to facilitate a seasonal internship opportunity at this time?*

YesNo
I acknowledge that any contacts received from CPYR will not be endorsed by CPYR and I agree to perform my own interviews and background assessments:*

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Are you interested in receiving notice of horse rescues or adoptable horses?*

YesNo
I acknowledge that any contacts received from CPYR will not be endorsed by CPYR and I agree to perform my own communications and animal assessments.*

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Are you interested in connecting with other similar ministries and start-ups in your region for prayer and counsel?*

YesNo
How can Crystal Peaks best support you and your ministry as you become more established in the following months?*
Why is it important for you to become a similar ministry that stands united with Crystal Peaks?*

Looking Forward
You are free to attach separate sheets as necessary.

What are you ministry's short-term and long-term goals (e.g. programming, finances, board of directors, building, leadership, training, etc.)?
Goals for the next 6 months (short-term goals):*
For the next year (long-term goals):*
In the next 5 years:*
What steps will you need to take to meet these goals?*

Community Awareness
How do you cultivate community awareness of your ministry (e.g. public speaking, social media, signage, newsletters, flyers, brochures, word of mouth, etc.)?
What opportunities do you give your community to be involved in your ministry?
Are there any specific challenges that you have faced in your community?
Please share any other relevant information regarding your community:

Finance
Do you disclose your ministry's management and financial standing on GuideStar.org or Charity Navigator?

YesNo
Why?
Why not?
How do you raise financial support for your ministry from year to year (e.g. fundraisers, grants, donor support, personal support, etc.)?
How often do you communicate with your donors?
How do you show your appreciation to your donors?

Personal Insight
All people involved in leadership at Crystal Peaks submit to a daily, active, growing relationship with God the Father, through Jesus the Son that is led by the Holy Spirit, followed by our marriages, children and family relationships, then, our ministry is last.
With the understanding that ministry can be a powerful and exhausting experience, describe the support you receive as a ministry leader:
Please describe ways you prioritize your marriage and family as you begin life in ministry:
Please describe how you stay encouraged during challenging times:
Within the ministry, please describe ways you take time to rest:
Please describe how you keep God first in your life:
How many hours of ministry do you typically work in a week? Please write down the approximate time spent in your various areas of service (e.g. Program prep - 3 hours, Feeding/Horse care - 10 hours, Sessions - 4 hours, etc.):*
Please share some of the struggles and victories you've experienced in this past year. What do you think God was trying to communicate with you during those times?
Signature of Founder:*

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Similar Ministry Application

Ministry Information

Ministry Contact Information

Founder's Information

Organization Information

Resources

Training and Safety

Hands and Feet of Your Ministry

Ministry Specifics

Support

Looking Forward

Community Awareness

Finance

Personal Insight