ACES

Association of Churches for Emergency Support

It is the gathering of Rhinelander Churches to show the love of Christ in tangible ways to those in need.
Mark 9:41

Assistance Line: 715-360-5826

Limited resources are available for family needs of shelter, health, food and clothing.
A volunteer will call back within 48 hours.

What is ACES?

The purpose of the Association of Churches for Emergency Support (ACES) is to coordinate emergency aid, utilize a pool of funds, draw a connection between the Rhinelander areas churches and public service agencies, and to divide the administrative tasks that come with providing such aid. In essence, our goal is to see emergency aid delivered to people, who are in need, in the most efficient, effective and Christ-like manner.

Member Churches:

Many churches (see list at end) participate in ACES, both through volunteer hours and finances. Any church wishing to join in participation can inquire with the Executive Committee and will be allowed to do so after the committees approval. Membership dues are individually based on the resources of the participating church. When votes are taken at the annual meetings, each member church will receive one vote.

Case Volunteers:

Churches are responsible to recruit, retain and release competent volunteers to represent ACES and all of its members. That volunteer will handle all calls, issue vouchers, and document interactions of the requests coming into Rhinelander’s ACES. Each shift is for two weeks. After the two week period, both the outgoing and incoming church volunteers must meet to verify all paperwork and voucher inventory as well as deliver the phone and current client needs. This exchange will take place on Tuesday, unless confirmed by both parties and reported to the ACES Secretary. Training sessions are offered and mandatory for all volunteers. All volunteers will have clear expectations, procedures, and resources to accomplish their integral role.

Executive Committee:

The Executive Committee of ACES consists of the President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasure. Members at Large can be added if the board deems them to have specific talents that are necessary for the coming term. They meet face to face quarterly and more frequently by other means when the need arises. A two year term is expected.

The Executive Committee of ACES is responsible for the following (but not limited to):

• Set up the financial guidelines and limits for clients and approve variances as needed.
• Communicate with each other on a regular basis to check that all finances are in order and the goals of ACES are being fulfilled.
• Make sure all volunteers are trained and oriented to expectations.
• Promote ACES to potential community leaders, donors, churches, and clients.
• Present any and all information to the Membership for their review at the annual meeting.

Member Churches:

ACES
P.O. BOX 1227
RHINELANDER WI 54501