Update from the Budget and Finance Committee

The team met and discussed the current methods of budget and finance management for congregational and campground support—the assessment method in the east and the generosity model in the west.

We recognize that campgrounds and camping programs need to identify priorities and share that information so people can respond to the need. There are a variety of ways in which generosity is realized—through finances, skills, labour, time, food, and other necessary supplies. The ways individuals and congregations respond to missional and campground needs will vary based on capacity.

Funding for the mission comes from a variety of sources: congregations, individuals, investment returns, and other sources. Canada West Mission has used a generosity model for congregations for the past two to three decades, while Canada East Mission has developed and used an assessment model. Some congregations have indicated issues with meeting their assessments, and there is no fair model for assessment to meet every congregation’s concerns.

The team recommends:

1. A generosity model be used for supporting campground operations. Individuals and congregations could support the campground of their choice.
2. For congregational support, a generosity model is recommended for Mission. Alternative sources of funding need to be considered in the future, as opposed to putting more pressure on congregational support.
3. Further fundraising efforts to give people opportunity to support special projects and needs.
4. That campground boards and congregations have the opportunity to dialogue regarding these recommendations, provide feedback, and offer further suggestions.

We would love to receive your questions, ideas, and comments via email at: [email protected]

Team: Sandra Hunter, Brian Shantz, Roy Young, Sam Smalldon
Co-Chairs: Vonda DenBoer and Shannon McAdam
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