Missions and Outreach
As part of our strategic budgeting process, we annually tithe with your tithe. In other words, approximately 10% of our church’s income is distributed to missions as selected by our governing body. We believe it is vital for CBW to reach out to those in need beyond our church’s walls, the difference between being a mission compared to our ministries.
International Missions
One third of our annual distributions is directed toward international needs.
Free Wheelchair Mission
The Free Wheelchair Mission was founded by Dr. Don Schoendorfer. Don, who has a PhD from MIT, as well as several patents in the bio-medical field, left behind his career in order to meet the needs of the mobility impaired throughout the world. For a gift of less than $75, you can change the life of someone and their family or support network with a wheelchair. CBW has sent two teams to partner with FWM, and we have seen the impact up-close and personal. We’re privileged to partner with this outstanding organization.
Mapalo Orphanage
Give Hope for Life is the theme of Mapalo, a non-residential orphanage in Ndola, Zambia. Started by Peter DeBaun, former CBW Associate Pastor, this ministry is changing the lives of 300 children each day. Mapalo, which means blessing, is bringing hope to children whose lives have been ravaged by HIV/Aids and hunger. They are helping children build sustainable lives through education, feeding, healthcare and providing safe drinking water through village wells.
Northrise University
Northrise University started with a dream in the heart of Dr. Moffat and Doreen Zimba. Now that dream is becoming a reality that is one of the great, positive stories on the African continent. Northrise is a Christ-centered educational institution dedicated to equipping men and women to work in ministry and business to contribute to the spiritual and economic transformation of Zambia. We have had the privilege of supporting and participating in this great work for almost a decade. The farm is leading toward Northrise becoming self-sustaining in the new few years.
National missions
Reserve Account
This account was established to be available for missionaries seeking support throughout the year. CBW has made disbursements to missionaries we are supporting, to Hospice, and to St. Luke’s Suicide Prevention campaign.
Local Missions
Ketchum Community Dinners
(currently offering curbside pickup) The Ketchum Community Dinners serves free meals on Wednesday Evening from 5-6 PM at St. Thomas Episcopal church on Sun Valley Road from October - May. This is a great opportunity to help in our community to people who are in need. Volunteers are always needed. Please contact Helen Morgus at 208-720-3598 or email for information and to help with this wonderful ministry.
Youth Mission Trips
CBW budgets funds to be used for Mission trips and outreaches.
SONDance Retreat Center
Donation were used for helping maintain their center that helps ministers and missionaries heal, restore, and reignite their passion for the calling the Lord has placed on their hearts.
Global Community Partners in Boise
Nick and Laura Armstrong work to build a bridge between the Church and the Nations at our Doorstep.
The Big Wood Pre-School
This money was used for scholarships to the preschool for families in our community who were not able to afford the tuition.
The Agape Fund
The Agape Fund is a fund that is set aside through gifts of the congregation to assist members and non-members alike with short-term, one-time, financial assistance. The fund is administered on a confidential basis. We do not provide any monies directly to individuals, but rather provide resources to help with bills, repairs, food, etc. Please fill out the Agape Fund assistance form if you need financial help.
The Hunger Coalition
The money is used to help feed the hungry in Wood River Valley.