The Inaugural Oktoberfest Classic has arrived!
Planning started in March and now it’s here. Our first fundraiser for the Family Life Pantry. It’s exciting to see it all come together. Many members have worked hard to make this golf fundraiser a success. I want to extend a huge thank you to our sponsors for the tournament. Their generosity is amazing and sets us up for success going into our second year with the Family Life Pantry. We had six Eagle Sponsors: Batesville Electric, Meyers-Davis, Embroidery & Beyond, Thrivent, Lutheran Church Extension Fund, and National Safety Solutions. We had three Birdie Sponsors: FARCO, Peco, and Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church And many hole sponsors, I think…
Fulfilling Great Need by Serving the Most Vulnerable.
While we knew that what we were doing is relatively unique in Batesville, we didn’t know how helpful it was till the Chairman of our Congregation, David Goodwin, did a little research. Children need diapers. Struggling with Diaper Need: 1 in 3 U.S. families experiences acute diaper need, forcing parents to choose between basic essentials like fuel, food, and medical supplies. Excluded from SNAP & WIC: Government assistance programs (SNAP & WIC) do NOT cover diapers, wipes, or hygiene products, leaving a severe financial gap for young families and single parents. Direct Financial Burden: A single infant requires $80–$100/month in diapers alone. $1200 a year for diapers alone! Unmet needs…
Exciting things at Work in Batesville
The Oktoberfest Classic is drawing closer! October 2nd is not too far off! A Big Thank You to Thrivent Financial! We are pleased to announce that They have agreed to be Eagle Sponsors for the tournament that all proceeds will benefit the Family Life Pantry. Thrivent Financial is a Fortune 500, member-owned fraternal benefit society and diversified financial services company headquartered primarily in Minneapolis, Minnesota (with operations in Appleton, Wisconsin). Approximately 2.4 Million clients utilize Thrivent. One of those reasons is that they have been recognized multiple times as one of Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies. It emphasizes “purpose-based” or values-driven financial advice, helping clients build, grow, and protect their financial…
