Benevolence Fund
Helping Those in Need Every Way We Can
We are called to be a people of prayer and action. In order to address the needs of the community in this season, Christ Church Cathedral has established a Benevolence Fund to offer financial support for individuals and families who have fallen on difficult times as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you are a community member who regularly attends services, connects in small groups, or volunteers at Christ Church Cathedral, you are a vital member of our community. We know that these are difficult times and we encourage you to apply for financial support.
See below to donate to this fund or to apply for support.
Our Goals
The effects of the pandemic have been widespread. It has reshaped our world and it has changed the ways we are able to stay connected to God and one another. It has also caused significant loss, most importantly the loss of lives, but also the loss of resources.
The members of the Christ Church Cathedral family are not immune to these challenges, and it is our commitment to offer not only compassion but also financial support to those who need it. This will empower all of our members to be a people of prayer and action in the world.
To that end, with the approval of the Vestry, Christ Church Cathedral has established a restricted fund known as a Benevolence Fund, to provide financial support for individuals and families who have fallen on difficult times financially as a result of or in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Whether you have lost a job, had your pay reduced, or your business is struggling to survive, the Benevolence Fund is designed to provide one-time payments of $500 - $2,500 to help Cathedral community members through these unprecedented times.
Apply for Support
Qualifying for Support
If you are a community member who regularly attends services, connects in small groups, or volunteers at Christ Church Cathedral, you are a vital member of our community. We know that these are difficult times and we encourage you to apply for financial support.
The Application Process
There are several ways to apply:
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Fill out our online form
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Speak directly to a priest
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Mail application
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Email application
FILL OUT OUR ONLINE FORM
To submit an application through our online form, click on the link below:
SPEAK DIRECTLY TO A PRIEST
If you are more comfortable talking directly with Dean Carol Wade, Reverend Charles Halton we encourage you to do so!
MAIL APPLICATION
To submit an application by mail:
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CLICK HERE to download the application
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Fill out the form completely
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Mail to: Director of Finance, Christ Church Cathedral, 166 Market St., Lexington, KY, 40507
EMAIL APPLICATION
To submit an application by email:
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CLICK HERE to download the application
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Fill out the form completely
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Email to: mpetrey@ccclex.org.
About The Fund Committee
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The review of all applications, and all decisions on amounts to be paid, will be made by The Benevolence Fund Committee.
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The Fund Committee will consist of one clergy and three lay leaders at Christ Church Cathedral.
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The names of applicants will be kept confidential, and will be masked to the Fund Committee so that it reviews “blind” applications.
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The Fund Committee will review the blind applications, ask follow-up questions as needed, and determine payment within seven business days of receiving completed applications.
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Checks will be mailed to the recipient.
Contribute Support
Donate to the Benevolence Fund
To contribute online: Please click on the link below and select "EAF - Emergency Assistance Fund" from the fund dropdown menu.
To contribute by check: Please make checks payable to Christ Church Cathedral and write "Benevolence Fund" on the memo line, then mail them to:
Director of Finance, Christ Church Cathedral, 166 Market Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Donations are tax deductible.
Thank you for supporting the Benevolence Fund.