The Feasibility Questionnaire

Please circle the answer that pertains to you and your family, or fill in the space provided. Answers will become part of the Feasibility study totals. Participant’s responses and identities will remain confidential.

1. How long have you been a member of Zion Lutheran Church?

A. 0-5 Years B. 6-10 Years

C. 11 Years or More D. Not a Member

2. How often to you attend worship services at Zion Lutheran Church?

A. Once a month or less B. Twice per month C. Three or more times per month

D. I would like transportation assistance to attend church services/activities

3. How involved do you consider yourself to be at Zion Lutheran Church?

A. Very Involved B. Involved C. Somewhat Involved

D. Not Involved E. Want to Be Involved

4. What is your overall view of Zion Lutheran Church and its ministries to the community?

A. Excellent B. Good C. Fair D. No Opinion

5. Our growth has necessitated the development of an expansion plan/building program. The scope of the Building Program calls for an addition to the current Parish Center. The building addition will be situated to the rear and south side of the current Parish Center. The addition will be two stories; first floor will contain a Fellowship Hall to accommodate 150 people, handicap accessible restrooms, small kitchen, storage and one classroom. The second floor will contain five classrooms. The plan also calls for Field’s Hall renovations and modifications to the current Parish Center. Do you have knowledge of this plan?

A. Great Deal B. Some C. Little D. None

6. How did you become aware of this expansion plan? Please circle all that apply.

A. Home mailings B. Newsletter C. The Time is Now Informational Meetings (May 14 & 18)

D. Committee/Council involvement E. Other

7. What is your overall opinion of this building program in terms of contributing positively to the ministry of Zion Lutheran Church?

A. Very Positive B. Positive C. Not Positive D. No Opinion

8. The estimated cost for the building program is approximately $2.3 million. The amount our members contribute to a 3-year Capital Funds Campaign plus a responsible mortgage and financial plan will determine the scope of this project. To what extent do you agree with this plan for funding the project
(a renovation of some existing space plus building an attached multi-use 2-story building)?

A. Strongly Agree B. Agree C. Disagree D. No View at This Time

9. How supportive will you be of a 3-year Capital Funds Campaign to renovate some existing space and build an attached multi-use facility?

A. Very Supportive B. Supportive C. Not Supportive D. Do Not Know

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10. To define Zion Lutheran’s fund-raising capabilities, and thus develop a financial plan, in what range would your financial gift (which can be cash, appreciated assets like stock or bonds, real estate, etc.) be over a 3-year period? (Remember this is not a pledge. It is a gauge to help church leadership understand support for this project and develop a responsible financial plan. Your input is confidential and will not be shared with church members.)

A. $100,000 or More B. $75,000 – $99,999 C. $50,000 – $74,999

D. $25,000 – $49,999 E. $15,000 – $24,999 F. $10,000 – $14,999

G. $7,500 – $9,999 H. $5,000 – $7,499 I. $3,000 – $4,999

J. $1,000 – $2,999 K. Other $

11. Would you or a family member be willing to assist with a Capital Funds Campaign as a member of one of our committees associated with the campaign?

A. Yes B. No C. Maybe

12. Do you have any comments or concerns regarding this project? Please feel free to use additional paper if necessary:

13. Are you aware of any one individual, company, foundation, organization, etc, that we should pursue for financial support?

THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND COOPERATION

Your Name (optional)

Please contact us by phone at : (908) 876-3547 or via Email at : zionlongvalley@comcast.net