This process has been proven hundreds of times over. Just follow the steps and remember, no skipping!
Collect 50 Signatures
Community members sign an online Community Interest List to say, “Yes, I’d like to see a local LifeWise started.”
(1-4 Weeks)
Join a Kickoff Meeting
Your community gathers physically in a local church and joins a virtual meeting with other communities to learn more about LifeWise and how to move forward.
(1-3 Weeks)
Raise $500
The initial launch fee demonstrates your community is “in” and helps defray the cost of staff time, systems and materials for the next launch phase.
(0-2 Weeks)
Form a Steering Committee
3-9 members representing 3 or more churches unite.
(0-3 Weeks)
Draft a Plan
The committee meets with a LifeWise Coach to set the course and prepare a proposal for school officials.
(2-4 Weeks)
Obtain School Approval
The Plan is presented to school officials with the request of written approval to move forward.
(2-6 Weeks)
Recruit Your Team
Identify a local Director and volunteer board.
(0-6 Weeks)
Train Your Team
Leaders receive in-person and online training.
(2-6 Weeks)
Execute the Plan
The local team manages a t-minus plan with all the necessary details for a successful launch.
(12+ Weeks)
Anyone in any community can get the ball rolling, it only takes 50 signatures to get started! Start with Step 1: Find your school and Collect 50 Signatures.
