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1 | CONGREGATION MEMBERSHIP PLAN: | 1. Inner-Circle: | 2. Community: | 3. Power: | ||
2 | Congregation/Organization Leadership Trainings & BENEFITS (*may require MOU / +New Website): | Trainings: Self-Interest, 1-1's, Listening Campaign, Roles & Propositions | Trainings: Inner-Circle + Public/Private, Effective Meetings, Teams, Issues & Action | Trainings: Community + Power Mapping, Electoral Accountability, Money Propositions, Strategic Campaigns | Description: | |
3 | Access to MCU's Local & National Partnerships | x | x | x | Large network of support for your members, including resources for social services, counseling, and emergency assistance | |
4 | Exclusive Access to MCU's Database of Congregations & Ministries+ | x | x | x | Unique opportunities for partnerships with other congregations/organizations with similar interests and goals | |
5 | Discounts on Leadership & Professional Development Trainings | x | x | x | Ensure that your leaders are equiped with faith-based development training that will strengthen their confidence and ministries | |
6 | Regional & National Mission Opportunities | x | x | x | Participate in regional or national initiatives that align with your values and mission | |
7 | Join a Geographical Cluster of Congregations | x | x | x | Instantly join a diverse & interfaith cluster of congregations in your geographical area to establish relationships with other people of faith | |
8 | Facility Sharing Network+ | x | x | x | Access to shared facilities for events, meetings, and other activities to reduce the need for renting or maintaining separate spaces | |
9 | Member of MCU's Faith-Based Food Network+ | x | x | x | Share ideas, tools, & food w/ other congregations/organizations that have community gardens and farms | |
10 | Collaborative Fundraising* | x | x | Access joint fundraising efforts to attract larger donations and sponsorships | ||
11 | Organized Joint Programs* | x | x | Establish and run joint community programs across multiple congregations | ||
12 | Volunteer Pooling*+ | x | x | Access a pool of shared volunteers for large projects or events to reduce the need for paid staff and offer the opportunity to involve new potential leaders | ||
13 | Collective Bargaining & Purchasing* | x | x | Unite voices to be more effective in negotiating with service providers, local governments, and other stakeholders for better rates and support | ||
14 | Direct Guidance for Local Service Projects* | x | Receive guidance and technical support to implement service projects and initiatives that foster a sense of purpose and engagement | |||
15 | Advocacy and Policy Influence* | x | Develop a stronger collective voice to influence public policy and advocate for social change at local, state, and national levels. Influence policies that could lead to financial benefits creating a healthier, more just world. | |||
16 | Grant Opportunities & Support* | x | Access to grants and funding opportunities that can be shared among member congregations/organizations | |||
17 | MEMBERSHIP PLAN: | 1. Inner-Circle: | 2. Community: | 3. Power: | 1. Inner-Circle: Ensuring that the Leader's Vision aligns with the Group's Mission | |
18 | ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE: | $600 | $1,200 | $1,800 | 2. Community: Engaging surrounding & Inviting in Community to build relationships to assess needs | |
19 | MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP FEE: | $69 | $129 | $189 | 3. Power: Actively working to change Public Policy that benefits the Group and Community (Local, Regional, State-wide) | |
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