Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I have to pay to serve in my own community?
Anything worth while has costs. The costs for Serve Susanville go to help cover the costs of the week and expecially for the projects and Family Fun Day. A Typical week usually costs a couple thousand dollars, 2009 cost over four thousand dollars. Serve Partnerships Unlimited usually covers the majority of the costs.
Who can Participate?
Though when the program started, the focus was primarily on Sr Highers, The current program has been broadened so that children as young as 8 can participate and grandparents have also participated. There have been some programs where whole families have participated.
What is the Purpose of Serve Susanville?
The purpose of Serve Susanville is the following:
To provide an opportunity for churches and ministries to join together to serve a local community.
To provide an opportunity for individuals and families to grow and develop spiritually.
To provide an opportunity for individuals and families to be exposed to and to interact with different opportunities for ministry in the community.
To provide an opportunity for churches and ministries to join together to serve a local community.
To provide an opportunity for individuals and families to grow and develop spiritually.
To provide an opportunity for individuals and families to be exposed to and to interact with different opportunities for ministry in the community.
What If I cannot stay the whole time?
It can be extremely tough to take time off of work. Things also get crazy if summer school or other responsibilities play a part in your schedule. Though the program is designed to be a 24 hr several day program, There are several additional options that are availible to work with your schedule.