The "Special Gift Partnership" can be the most fun way to directly impact a church pant because it adds "spontaneous" momentum. SGP's are random gifts that go directly to the ministry of The Tampa Project but do not happen monthly or through mission trips. They occur through individuals or churches and are often represented through special offerings or end of the year gifts.
Let's say Bob runs an investment firm. It has been a great year. he has seen the benefit of supporting his church directly and has enjoyed the generosity he has been able to share. But this year he landed a new client. A pro athlete recently moved into his area and business is booming becuase this sports star has reccommended Bob to his friends. For this first time, Bob's business finds itself with a greater chance to give. These are the moments where God's creativity can come into play and maybe Bob could give an unxpected gift to a new church work in Tampa.
Or Sherry does the books for the family farm. For the first time in decades, they are finally debt free and have a chance to take this year's crop and share the fun with others. She could decide to support something extra this year.
Outside of individual's who help us, there will be churches who partner with us. Churches can take up a special offering like at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Or churches can hold a baby shower and people can support by giving funds to help provide for the children's area or worship center. Items like sound equipment, cribs, toys, books, tables, chairs, all need to be provided for our new work.
Either way, we all give from different pockets. One pocket may support the local church while another supports the homeless man at the corner. SGP's allow you to do something outside the norm of your giving and provide for a new ministry for a work like The Tampa Project.
How can a SGP help The Tampa Project?
1) We can hire new staff to take on new innitiatives.
2) We can sponsor kids to camps adn summer programs.
3) We can replace needed HVAC air conditioning systems.
4) We can plan for future growth like becoming self-supportive or building innitiatives.
5) We can provide some constructional additions for community connections. (I.e; basketball goals, playground, or an open patio on our campus.)
How do I make a donation to a Special Gift Partnership?
Send your taxdeductible gift to:
THE TAMPA PROJECT
312 Crosstown RD. #232
Peachtree City, GA 30269
If you have any questions, please contact Danny Schaffner directly at 217.816.3638 or schaffattaq@earthlink.net.
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