Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the frequently asked questions about our ministry, and giving financially.

Do you have a question not answered here? Get in touch and let us know!

How do I give?
Please see our giving page.

How can we keep in touch with updates?
We send a newsletter by email every 6-8 weeks. Let us know if you're not subscribed but would like to.

Is this your full-time job?
Yes!

Is this ministry part of a church?
The ministry itself is non-denominational. All staff are part of a local church. From a ministry standpoint,  we value working in partnership with other churches, especially those that may have an interest in reaching others in their area.

How are WorkLife (Tandem) staff supported?
Tandem Ministries is a faith-mission organisation. Each staff member is responsible for developing a team of partners to cover salary and ministry costs. The majority of donations come from friends and organisations whose desire is to see our world reached with the Gospel.

How much are staff paid?
Staff salaries are calculated using the pay rate for NZ teachers, based on year of tenure.

How can I give?
The easiest way to give is by bank transfer or credit card, so you can get a tax receipt (see below). Our bank no longer accepts cheques. We can accept gifts using cash in person (these will still be banked through Tandem).

Can I get a tax-receipt and donation rebate?
Yes! For NZ-based givers, receipts are usually emailed at the end of the NZ-financial year, in April. The NZ government accepts these receipts for a donation rebate. If you'd like to contact the Tandem Office to discuss this, please see their contact page.

We can also accept donations through our US (Cru) or Canadian (Power to Change) partners. See our giving page for more info.
 
What percentage of my donation goes to the staff member?
Funds donated to a particular staff member or ministry are designated for their exclusive ministry use.
10% is divded between operations (keeping the lights on, accounting etc) and international development (for example, helping ministries in the South-Pacific).