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VIM Scholarship Information

 VIM Scholarship Information
Tennessee Conference
Volunteers in MissionTrips, Training, and Scholarships

In order to promote the continued growth in the number of individuals and churches serving Christ through Volunteers in Mission trips, the Conference VIM Committee will be providing several opportunities to SERVE, LEARN, GIVE, and RECEIVE.

For more details contact Rev. Jason Brock at JBrock@tnumc.org or 615-329-1177

 
  • SERVE       Check the VIM page at www.tnumc.org to see where different church/district led teams are going (many teams have not yet shared dates, but we update as we get them).
     
  • LEARN       Ever wanted to lead a VIM Team (or wanted some pointers)?  VIM Leadership Training will be planned for the Spring.  In the mean time, give us a ring and someone would be glad to help provide some assistance in preparing and planning a trip.
     
  • GIVE           Support others in mission by making gifts to the VIM Conference Advance Special, more than a dozen scholarships were awarded in 2007 due to generous gifts
     
  • RECEIVE  Scholarships will be offered 4 times per year to provide financial incentives for participation in a VIM experience. (see details below). 

VIM Scholarships Details

  • --2+ scholarships per quarter, as applications and funding are available
  • --Awards normally range from $200-500 and are no more than ½ trip cost
  • --Priority will be given to persons on 1st VIM trip, younger adults (no specific age), and persons with financial need
  • --Number and amount of awards depend on funds available from budget and VIM Advance gifts
 
VIM TRIP DATES

APPLICATION DEADLINE
October, November, December 2008 August 15, 2008
January, February, March 2009 November 3, 2008
 
 
VIM Scholarship Application CLICK HERE to register online  or send scholarship requests to:
 
Tennessee Conference VIM
304 S. Perimeter Park Dr
Suite 1
Nashville, TN 37211

or to JBrock@tnumc.org.
 
 
 
Mailed requests should provide the following information on separate page: 
 
  • Name
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • Email
  • Year of birth
  • Date and place of VIM Trip
  • Total cost of trip
  • Team Leader name and contact information
  • Past VIM experience (yes or no)
  • Your financial need (low, moderate, high)

 LINKS

 
TEAMS 2008
 
Trip Testimonies and Photos
 
VIM Scholarship Application
 
VIM Scholarship Information
 
Oct 4-11 Lake Charles Trip