A Capital Campaign is how the church raises money for projects outside of the operational/ministry budget; a new building, enhancements or improvements to a current structure, new equipment or debt reduction that will ultimately allow more money to go into the ministries of the church. Capital commitments are to be above and beyond commitments to the operational/ministry budget of the church.

In the Spring of 2018 we coordinated a series of small groups called Barnabas Groups. These were small groups who came together to have an honest conversation about our hopes and dreams for the future of Grace Avenue. The conversations were guided via video which explained the details of the campaign; how the money will be spent, plans for projects, and other campaign details.

If you were unable to join a group and would still like to get the most detailed in formation, we invite you to watch this VIDEO which was used to guide discussion during those groups. It offers comprehensive details about the campaign.

Money will be alloted for debt management and reduction, capital maintenance reserve, and new projects. You will get more detail during a Barnabas Group Meeting or you can click here for a brief overview.

Below is a list of potential capital projects that could be possible with 20 Next funding. Each project has been uniquely selected, after much discussion with the Campaign Projects team, based on our mission to eradicate homelessness in whatever form it presents itself.

Each project will enable Grace Avenue to move into the next 20 years committed to helping people find a spiritual home, an emotional home and a physical home. Each comes with a certain price tag and the ability to complete any or all of them will be directly related to the dollars raised during the campaign.

Potential Capital Projects
Audio/Video/Lighting Upgrades
(WC & Sanctuary)
Audio/Video/Lighting
(Tom Graves Hall & EDGE Room)
Early Response Team Trailer
Food Prep Area for Tom Graves Hall
Mobile Food Bank
Mobile Kitchen
Off-site Ministry Center
Outdoor Digital Display Sign
Outdoor Entrance Accessibility
Outdoor Pavilion
Platform & Choir Loft Renovations
(Sanctuary)
Playground Accessibility Renovation
Supporting a New Church Start
Transitional Housing
Upstairs Room Renovations (SEE PRELIMINARY RENDERINGS)

Feasibility studies show that right now our best option is to work toward paying down more of our debt, make improvements on our current buildings and begin the early phases of new ministries that will determine what kind of facilities we will need in the next 20 years. This phased approach will position us to best manage the growth and changes of our ministry in the coming years.

Our hope is to complete every potential project and start as soon as possible. The ability to do that is directly related to the success of the campaign and how quickly we begin receiving contributions. Unlike new construction, which comes with a construction loan, we need to have the funds to begin a project.

To help get projects funded and stared as soon as possible, we are offering a 20 Next NOW micro-campaign of one-time and “First Fruits Offerings.  DETAILS HERE.

You can make an on-line commitment HERE, or you can fill out a card at the church.

Contributions can be made at any time, but should be completed by May 31, 2021. You can make payments all at one time, monthly, weekly or whatever works for your situation. You can make contributions on-line or via check. If you are interested in making contribution through another kind of gift (stocks, real estate, collectibles or other marketable property etc.) contact
the church office at 972-335-2882 or email Cindy Moreland at cindy@graceavenue.org.