First Presbyterian Church

The Shaffer Education Fund

Beneficiary location:

Pipestone, MN

Account number: 102240203089

Designated Use

The intent of this fund is to promote Christian education and spiritual development through participation in educational events in the wider church. Examples include but are not limited to Synod School, Presbyterian Women's Gathering, Youth Triennium, youth or family camps, programs at Montreat or Ghost Ranch conference centers, Christian seminars or retreats, or events sponsored by ten Presbytery, Synod, or General Assembly. Grants from the fund may be used for registration fees and travel expenses. When and where possible, the Church/Session shall pay these expenses directly to the sponsoring organization and/or business on behalf of the grand recipient. This fund shall benefit people of all ages, including children, youth and adults. The Session will determine how the money will be distrusted each year. An individual may receive no more than 25% of the funds available in a given year. Funds that go unused in a given year shall be carried over to and available in the following year.