WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?

At STCBB Ministries, we want you to be confident your gifts are being used in the best way possible. We understand that it's a big decision to donate your money to our ministry outreach. We have included this page to show you some of what our friends, partners and donors help to make possible.

STCBB ministries provides musical programs, as well as spiritual care and social support to residents of nursing homes, and incurs various expenses in carrying out our activities. These can include: 

Direct Ministry Expenses:

  • Resources for Activities: Bible study materials, music for worship, crafts, games, supplies for engaging residents and other recreational activities. 
     
  • Care Packages: Items like toiletries, comfort items (blankets, slippers), and personal care supplies (combs, brushes, etc.).
     
  • Transportation: Costs for transporting residents to appointments, outings, or church services. 
     
  • Gifts and Special Occasions: Presents for birthdays, holidays, or special events. 
     
  • Counseling and Support: Costs associated with providing pastoral care and counseling to residents and their families. 
     
  • Special Events: Costs for events like holiday gatherings, parties, or musical performances. 
     

Indirect Ministry Expenses:

  • Facility Maintenance:
    Costs associated with maintaining a space for ministry activities, such as a chapel or activity room.
     
  • Volunteer Training and Support:
    Costs associated with training and supporting volunteers involved in the ministry.
     
  • Insurance and Liability:
    Costs associated with liability insurance and other necessary insurance coverage for ministry activities.
     
  • Office and Administrative Costs:
    Costs associated with managing the ministry, such as postage, printing, and communication.
     
  • Travel and Mileage:
    Reimbursement for mileage or travel expenses for staff or volunteers.
     
  • Equipment and Supplies:
    Costs for specialized equipment or supplies needed for ministry activities (e.g., audio-visual equipment, musical equipment).
     
  • Fundraising and Development:
    Costs associated with fundraising efforts to support the ministry. 
     

Personnel: 

  • Compensation: for music directors, musicians, and other ministry staff.
     
  • Professional Development: for staff and volunteers through workshops, seminars, retreats or conference attendance. 
     

Other Expenses:

  • Sound System: Purchase, maintenance, and repair of the sound system, including microphones, speakers, etc. 
     
  • Special Events: Expenses related to concerts, special services, or other musical events. 
     
  • Office Supplies: Pencils, paper, folders, and other supplies for the ministry. 
     
  • Licensing Fees: Fees for displaying or printing lyrics and music. 
     

 Ongoing Legal Needs:

  • General Legal Consultations: On an as needed basis, for legal advice as our ministry operates, covering areas such as contracts, liability issues, or property matters.
     
  • Charitable Solicitation Registration: Some states require registration for fundraising, which may involve additional attorney assistance and associated fees.

As a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization approved by the IRS, we are a tax exempt public charity. Contributions, bequests, transfers and gifts are qualified to be tax deductible under the Internal Revenue Code.