Faith in Place

“Annually, the form 990 is given to the board for review prior to filling.”

“Copy of conflict of interest policy is given annually to the board for review and signature.”

“The executive's director salary is benchmarked periodically against salaries of executive director's of similar organizations as reported on their 990's available to the public. Executive direcor's compensation is approved by the board.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available at its officers upon request.”

“Oenergy audits - faith in place staff work with skilled volunteers and trusted local organizations to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions at houses of worship and homes. This process starts with an energy audit, a key first step for laying out a comprehensive roadmap for energy conservation. Osmart energy education - faith in place staff bring materials to a house of worship, often during a fellowship time, so that individuals can better understand incentives, rebates, hourly pricing, and alternative suppliers. Faith in place experts explain how to take advantage of these programs to save money and maximize energy efficiency.”

“Onative plant gardens - faith in place provides assistance and support in the sourcing and installation of plants for numerous native plant and butterfly gardens on the properties of our faith partners throughout the state. Ovegetable gardens - faith in place staff give guidance and promote the efforts of people of faith to grow food in small neighborhood gardens. Such gardens provide locally grown produce and, at the same time, build a sense of community. One of our gardens is shared by a christian and a muslim faith partner in urbana. The tomatoes and the relationships that grow there are treasured by both faith communities. Ocongregational-supported agriculture (csa) - a "csa" is a congregationally supported farm in which members purchase "shares" in the project, work the garden and know the farmer. Faith in place's partner csas commit to donate at least 10% of the harvest to a local food pantry. Faith in place has been instrumental in establishing three csas: one at st matthew's lutheran church in urbana; a second at the vernon park church of god in lynnwood; a third in clinton, il. Connected by faith in place, these racially and culturally diverse congregations regularly share information and expertise. Together they donate tons of food to local food banks, foster community engagement, and train people with new skills. Ohabitat restoration - faith in place provides opportunities for the youth and adult members of our faith partners to engage in stewardship activities that both protect and restore our native landscape. Ojust eating curriculum - this curriculum explores the intersection of food and faith, and how to nurture healthy bodies, healthy communities, and a healthy environment. Omigration & me - this program focuses on conservation and stewardship that engages communities of faith in sharing their own personal migration stories. These stories connect to the migration of monarch butterflies, birds, and other species, who also need nourishment, resting places, and care upon their arrival in illinois. Owinter farmers markets - each winter, from november through march, faith in place partners with faith communities to host a series of indoor farmers markets. The farmers markets provide an additional source of income for local vendors during the off-season, promote sustainable farming methods and economic justice for regional farm families, encourage healthy, wholesome eating, and support the building of relationships between producers and consumers.”

“Faithful citizen workshops - faith in place conducts two-hour workshops where people of faith can learn about and discuss engaging with policymakers. Faith in place also identifies and reviews ways people of faith can participate in the advocacy process consistent with the tenets of their faith. Ostatehouse advocacy day - every spring, faith in place works closely with coalition members and sends a delegation of faithful citizens to advocate for issues which will protect our earth.”

“Water preservation - faith in place works with faith partners across illinois to preserve water. The specific programs offered are described on schedule o: oour grandchildren's water curriculum - a scientifically sound resource, appropriate for a 6-week adult education class. This curriculum explores water - the central role this precious resource plays in the religions of the world and the obligation people of faith have to conserve and protect it. Owater audits - faith in place staff work with skilled volunteers and trusted local organizations to help reduce water usage and recycle rainwater at houses of worship and homes. This process starts with a water audit, a crucial first step when laying out a comprehensive roadmap for water preservation. Orain gardens - faith in place provides assistance and support in the installation of plants for numerous rain gardens on the properties of our faith partners throughout the state. Orain barrels - faith in place staff provide guidance and support to install rain barrels at houses of worship.”

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