FAQs
GracePlus.com vs GatherPlus.com
Our micro network service currently operates under 2 brands. Private brands may be requested but these will be setup for an additional charge. GracePlus is a master group reserved for Christian faith-based organizations, churches and schools. GatherPlus employs the same functionality and tools but is better suited for business parks, neighborhoods, community organizations, chamber of commerce and businesses. GPi reserves the right to re-classify GracePlus micro networks to preserve the Christian integrity of this brand. What's in it for you?
For no cost, very little administration and no maintenance you can create a community for your members that will encourage better connections. Currently this includes a business directory, classifieds and jobs. We are not stopping there - we will be adding more modules as they get developed. The modules may be designed to bring your community even closer or to grow your community in a way that has not been experienced before. What about that donate link?
GP is a free product. We have partnered with SSE for sales/marketing assistance. In exchange, we provide a vehicle for networks or individuals to make donations to SSE. The application will function the same whether you have donated or not. We hope that you see SSE's vision and would like to be part of something bigger. If not, that's OK - you can still enjoy all the power and functionality of GP. Is it really free? How can it be?
At GPi we believe in the power and purpose of encouraging community. We believe the benefit of community should be available to everyone. So, free it is! Free to set up a network, free to list a business, classified or job. If 'free' just isn't a part of your vocabulary then consider donating to SSE or upgrading your listing to premium for a nominal fee. You'll receive the same great benefits no matter which option you choose. Who is SSE?
SSE (Self Sustaining Enterprises) is a Mason, OH based 501(c)(3) organization that is changing the way we think about helping people. The concept is truly visionary and is already paying dividends. The model is to combine business with ministry, thus creating Biznistries. Biznistries are run as traditional businesses whose profits help to uplift local neighborhoods, employ the unemployed, pay for medical care and tackle pockets of poverty in a meaningful and sustainable ways. "Give a man a fish; you have fed him for today. Teach a man to fish; and you have fed him for a lifetime." SSE takes it one step further and provides the man a pond, teaches him to run a hatchery, employs his neighbor and feeds the community. SSE does this with fish, orchards, sewing machines, internet cafes and more using little more than the ingenuity, passion and hope within us all. They are transforming people and communities both at home and abroad. Learn more... "SSE's vision is to provide food, education, and healthcare for millions of people around the world through Self-Sustaining campuses designed to equip them to fulfill their purpose in the world in which they live." Does SSE really get the money?
Yes. All donations go directly to SSE. Paid upgrades support the website. What is the relationship between GP, GPi and SSE?
GPi developed and are the sole owners of the GP business. GPi has partnered with SSE to drive sales/marketing of GP. Throughout the site there are opportunities to make tax-deductible* (see tax advisor) donations to SSE. All donated funds support SSE and their vision. Listing upgrades help to fund GP. These funds are not tax-deductible and help keep the lights on. Donations to SSE and listing upgrades are optional. |
