MEMBERSHIP

MEMBERSHIP:

  • Membership of GRAF is free for all from the age of 50 and above in every nation of the world. However, younger people are allowed to attend GRAF meetings to benefit from the programmes. They are therefore encouraged to join.
  • GRAF, as a faith-based NGO, has no denominational affiliations or church ambitions other than the shared goals, values and faith in God.
  • The minimum membership dues of not less than 5 dollar equivalent in the local currency per annum may be applied by chapters. 50% of membership registration fees shall be remitted to the International headquarters with the names and forms details filled by the member for processing at the GRAF headquarters. It is clear that such dues cannot fund GRAF activities, therefore members are expected to give generously. Donations, pledges, sponsorships, paying for meeting places etc. should be encouraged.

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HOW TO PROPAGATE THE MINISTRY

  • Members are expected to share their faith and benefits from GRAF with their friends.
  • Members are expected to give out the GRAF literatures and brochures, invitation cards or invite people to GRAF meetings.
  • Members are expected regularly to go to churches or clubs and other public places or functions to share the message of GRAF with the congregations.
  • Activities of GRAF are to be hosted on the Internet and GRAF website is to be updated regularly.
  • Members shall find opportunities to find linkages for GRAF with other organizations that have similar aims and activities with GRAF � other NGO’s, Church groups, United Nations or International Groups etc.
  • Members shall use their positions to propagate the ministry of GRAF and in starting of new chapters.
FUNDING

The Funding of GRAF chapters shall be through the following sources:

•  The freewill offering from members which are to be taken during each of the evening meetings.

•  Through members who shall be encouraged to sponsor programmes.

•  Through pledges and donations from members and non-members who share in GRAF’s visions, missions and its programmes.

•  Through levies (if accepted and acceptable to members for the achievement of set objectives (otherwise, it should be discouraged or left out).

•  Through membership dues. However, the minimum membership dues of not less than 5 dollar equivalent in the local currency per annum may be applied by the chapters. Chapters shall, depending on the country and locality decide on the amount to be paid of which 50% shall be remitted to the International Office with members details

•  Sale of GRAF materials, DVD’s. Books, stickers, products, properties & leases etc.

•  Any affiliation support with International organizations.