WeCan will assist you with the process.
The start-up ministry will be organized as a 501c3 with bylaws and policies which include strict guidelines for daily operations.

• • Step One: Identify and enlist a long-time local leader with integrity, credibility, and leadership skills, who is called by God to help organize a start-up team. This step is critical.
  • Step Two: Select a diverse group of 5 to 15 local people and form a start-up team. Selection normally takes 1-2 months. Duties for the start-up team should include:
    • Elect officers
    • Meet bi-weekly to pray, clarify vision and develop unity
    • Branding - Choose a name and logo for the ministry. Promote it.
    • Apply for non-profit status with the state.
    • Find a facility such as an abandoned school or church.
    • Possibly call a part-time person to do the “fieldwork.”
    • Plan and promote a vision casting rally.
    • Apply to IRS for 501c3 to receive tax-deductible donations.

This process normally takes 3-6 months.

• • Step Three: The Start-up Team will phase out and a Ministry Leadership Team or Board will be established to help provide oversight and promotion of the ministry.
  • Step Four: Once a facility is obtained and a Director is called, you will launch a very fruitful and fulfilling ministry.
    WeCan facility leaders and staff will help through the entire process.

Each facility charges an intake fee from $200-$500. Scholarships are available. There is no other charge for residents except for any medical expenses the resident may incur while at the facility. The average cost per resident is $1,000 a month.

Funds are primarily raised through churches, individuals or business donors, and facility fundraisers. WeCan has never had a facility fail due to a lack of funding. Where God guides, God provides.

Source of Funds:

1. Donations from churches, individuals, Civic clubs, SS classes, businesses, and other groups.
2. Fundraisers such as golf tournaments, chili cookoffs, and concerts.
3. Work on regular jobs or in community service.
4. Grants

For more details about raising funds, contact:

• Dr. Larry Pillow - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | 501-472-3114
• Jay Cupit | 501-250-5297