FAQ (updated)

I posted a FAQ a while back, but thought it was time to update it.

Q - What is a good amount to give?

The short answer is anything. Many have asked, does a $10 or $20 commitment make a difference. The answer is definitely yes! We currently have about 1/3 of our support coming from commitments in the $10 to $50 range.

Our most common amounts that people give are $25, $50, or $100/month, but those certainly aren't the only amounts that are helpful as we have commitments from individuals or families ranging from $10 to $300/month.

Q - What is ongoing support?

Our mission board sets a monthly budget based on how much it costs to live and minister in Senegal. We need commitments that equal our monthly budget. These commitments can be made on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, or annual basis. We must be at 100% of our ongoing support before we are able to leave. This means that for every commitment, the first gift needs to have come in before we leave.

Q - How can I give to ongoing support?

We often call our ongoing support, monthly support, but it can actually be given on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, or annual basis.

Monthly commitments can be given through Electronic Funds Transfer or mailing a check to WorldVenture. If you're interested in having the money drafted from your bank account, just download this form and mail it to WorldVenture (see address below) with a voided check. If you want to send in support by check, just download this form indicating how much you're committing, how often you will send the gift (i.e. monthly quarterly, annually) and then mail it to WorldVenture along with the first check.

Please be sure to include our name and missionary # on the forms, Wayne and Hilary Denny (#026)

WorldVenture
Attn: Receipting Department
1501 W. Mineral Ave
Littleton, CO 80120-5612

Also, if you decide to commit, it helps us tremendously if you can send us a note letting us know how much you're committing, wdenny@worldventure.net.

Q - When should we start giving?

As soon as possible! All monthly support that comes in before we leave goes towards our outgoing expenses and current ministry expenses. Also, we need the first gift to come in before Jan 1st in order to get us to 100% of our budget.

Q - What percentage of your budget do you need to be at before you can leave?

100% committed and the first gift sent in.

Q - How can I give towards your one time needs?

You can give directly online or mail a check to:

WorldVenture
Attn: Receipting Department
1501 W. Mineral Ave
Littleton, CO 80120-5612

Please be sure to include our name and missionary #, Wayne and Hilary Denny (#026)

Q - If I begin monthly support, how long is the commitment?

There is no formal commitment. Some may only be able to give for 1 year. Others may support us for 30 years. It's easiest for us if you can commit to whatever our term length is. Our initial term will be 4 years (beginning Jan 09). If our support falls off while we're on the field, it's more difficult to raise it back up. Of course, we do realize that situations change and some will either choose or be forced to withdraw support. Ultimately God knows yours and our situation and is in control.

Q - What if I can't commit to a monthly gift, but would still like to give gifts as enabled.

Our monthly budget set by our mission board is not an exact science. Over the course of time, we are likely to have supporters that are unable to continue giving and will need either new supporters or unexpected gifts to make up the difference. Also, if the value of the dollar goes down, so does our salary. Unexpected gifts can make up the difference here also.

Q - Are the gifts tax-deductible?

Yes

Q - Any more questions

Contact Michael Smith at WorldVenture, 800-487-4224 or email me, wdenny@worldventure.net