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I have compiled a list of some proven fund-raising ideas that we have seen work in our church. There are also some websites that could be helpful listed at the end of this section, as well as some books available at your local Christian bookstore that may help. Feel free to try some of them and/or give some of your own ideas a try.  \nI have witnessed the Lord provide all of the funds needed for our mission trips year after year. He has provided for teens needing to raise $350.00 to over $3500.00. And I know for certain that He will provide exceedingly and abundantly more than you can ask or imagine!  \nMy favorite devotional is “My Utmost For His Highest” by Oswald Chambers. More than once he refers to the journey as more important than the destination. In other words, we can use fundraising activities as witnessing tools and teachable moments. As the July 28th devotional says (my personal favorite),“What we see as only the process of reaching a particular end, God sees as the goal itself…What people call preparation, God sees as the goal itself.” May the Lord bless you as you serve Him.  \nServing Jesus,  \nLori LaBelle  \n****************************  \n\\#1  \nThe Missionary Letter…  \nThe most effective tool we have used is the Missionary Letter. This is a letter sent to family and friends explaining the trip and the need for prayer and financial help. We have typically seen 40% to 60% of our funds raised through these letters. Some teens have even raised more than they need for their own trip and have helped other members of the youth group with their funds! The following pages contain information concerning this letter, as well asa sample letter.  \nTHE MOST EFFECTIVE FUND-RAISING TOOL…Your Missionary Letter  \nYou have been called by God to go on a TeenServe mission trip! Praise the Lord! Now comes the fun part…watching God provide the money for you togo! But how will people know about your trip? That’s easy…you send them aletter!!  \nEveryone in the Kingdom of God has a responsibility to be a part of evangelism. This can take many forms, including being a “Sender.” This is a person who equips people to go on mission trips. They may pray for you, encourage you, or even send you money.  \n“But, I’m not going to ask my family and friends for money!! That is crazy!”Well, let’s see what the Bible has to say about it…  \nBiblical Principles For Fund-raising  \n“We have not because we ask not.”  \nWe must make our needs known. How can people know to give unless we tell them what our needs are? How will you communicate your financial and prayer needs?  \n“God demands integrity.”  \nWe must present our vision clearly and with honesty and integrity. We do not need to beg. Ultimately, God is our supplier. But we can approach people boldly with our honest needs. What does integrity mean to you?  \n“We must honor the local church.”  \nIf you come across someone who can only help you by not giving their church tithe, lovingly insist that they continue giving their tithe.  \n“Everything belongs to God.”  \nAll the wealth of the world is in God’s hands. Even the gifts that come through your partners are God’s. God will work through His children and through the world to supply for your needs.  \nMAKE A PROSPECTIVE PARTNER LIST  \n(Your mailing list)  \nIt is time to begin a list of potential partners. Begin listing people by name or groups of people whom you believe may be interested in helping send you on the mission trip. If you haven’t come up with many names, dig a little deeper. Ask your mom or dad for ideas. Include relatives and friends. Maybe your parents have an address book or Christmas card list they would let you use.  \nDo not worry about offending anyone! 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