Community Seeds Partners

Our Partnership Philosophy

We believe that collaboration is the key to transformation. No single organization can address all the complex needs facing families in our community. By working together, sharing resources, and coordinating services, we create a comprehensive safety net that supports individuals and families on their journey toward self-sufficiency.

How Partnerships Work

Coordinated Services: We prevent duplication and ensure families receive comprehensive support
Resource Sharing: Churches and organizations contribute their unique strengths and resources
Referral Network: We connect families with the specific services they need
Joint Programming: Collaborative programs that leverage multiple partners' expertise
Emergency Response: Rapid coordination during crisis situations

Church Partners

Community Seeds is proud to partner with numerous local churches across Hunt and Rains County. These faith communities form the backbone of our service network, each contributing their unique gifts and resources to serve our neighbors in need.

Types of Church Partnerships

Resource Churches
Churches that provide regular donations of food, clothing, household items, and financial support for emergency assistance programs.
Volunteer Churches
Congregations that provide dedicated volunteers for our various programs, from food distribution to administrative support to specialized ministry services.
Referral Churches
Churches that identify families in need and connect them with appropriate Community Seeds services, ensuring no one in their community goes without help.
Program Churches
Churches that host or co-sponsor specific programs such as job training workshops, financial literacy classes, or community events.
Prayer Partners
Churches committed to providing spiritual support through prayer for our organization, our clients, and our mission.

Partner Church Benefits

Enhanced ministry impact: expand your church's ability to serve the community
Resource efficiency: pool resources with other churches for greater impact
Professional support: access to trained staff and established programs
Community connections: network with other like-minded organizations
Volunteer opportunities: meaningful service opportunities for your congregation

Community Organization Partners

Government Agencies

Hunt County: Coordination for emergency services and disaster response
Rains County: Regional resource sharing and program coordination
Texas Department of Health and Human Services: Benefits assistance and case management
American Red Cross: Emergency disaster response and shelter coordination

Educational Partners

Local School Districts: Supporting students and families with school supplies, clothing, and emergency assistance
Community Colleges: Job training program development and certification partnerships
Adult Education Centers: GED preparation and continuing education support

Healthcare Partners

Community Health Centers: Connecting families with affordable healthcare services
Mental Health Organizations: Counseling and support services
Substance Abuse Treatment Centers: Recovery support and rehabilitation services

Civic Organizations

Greenville Chamber of Commerce: Business networking and economic development
Service Clubs: Rotary, Lions Club, Kiwanis – community service projects and funding
Professional Organizations: Specialized expertise and volunteer support

Business Partners

Community Seeds works with local businesses to create employment opportunities, provide job training, and support economic development in our region.

Employment Partners

Local businesses that:

Provide job opportunities for program participants
Offer apprenticeships and on-the-job training
Support our job training programs with equipment and expertise
Create pathways to economic self-sufficiency

Incubator Kitchen Partners

Local food producers: sharing commercial kitchen space and expertise
Restaurants and caterers: mentoring emerging food entrepreneurs
Health Department: ensuring compliance and safe food handling practices
Marketing partners: supporting product development and sales

Supplier Partners

Discounted goods and services for our programs
In-kind donations for emergency assistance
Professional services (legal, accounting, marketing)
Equipment and facility maintenance support

How to Become a Partner

For Churches

Getting Started

Contact our office at (903) 634-5673 or info@cseeds.org
Schedule a visit to tour our facility and learn about our programs
Meet with our staff to discuss your church's interests and capacity
Develop a partnership agreement that works for your congregation

Partnership Levels

Supporting Partner: Regular donations and occasional volunteer support
Active Partner: Ongoing volunteer commitment and program participation
Lead Partner: Co-sponsoring programs and taking leadership roles in community initiatives

For Organizations

Partnership Opportunities

Program sponsorship and funding
Volunteer team development
Resource sharing agreements
Joint grant applications
Community event collaboration

Benefits of Partnership

Expand your organization's community impact
Access to established volunteer networks
Professional development opportunities
Community recognition and visibility
Collaborative funding opportunities

For Businesses

Corporate Partnership Options

Employment Partners: Hire program participants and provide job training opportunities
Sponsor Partners: Financial support for specific programs or events
Service Partners: Provide professional services or discounted goods
Volunteer Partners: Employee volunteer programs and team-building opportunities

Corporate Benefits

Workforce development and talent pipeline
Community goodwill and positive publicity
Tax benefits for charitable contributions
Employee engagement and team building
Corporate social responsibility fulfillment

Partnership Success Stories

Multi-Church Food Drive
Annual community-wide food collection involving 15+ churches, collecting over 10,000 pounds of food for families in need.
Job Training Consortium
Partnership with local businesses and educational institutions providing welding certification that has led to full-time employment for 85% of participants.
Emergency Response Network
Coordinated response during natural disasters, providing shelter, food, and assistance to over 200 families during regional flooding.
Youth Development Initiative
Multi-organization program providing after-school tutoring, life skills training, and college preparation for at-risk youth.

Partnership Resources

For New Partners

Partnership orientation materials
Volunteer training resources
Program calendars and schedules
Contact information for key staff

For Existing Partners

Monthly partnership newsletters
Quarterly partner meetings
Annual partner appreciation events
Resource sharing databases

Community Impact Through Partnership

Together, our partnership network:

Serves over 1,000 families annually
Provides emergency assistance to families in crisis
Offers job training and educational opportunities
Maintains a comprehensive food pantry and clothing closet
Operates transitional housing programs
Responds to emergency situations and disasters
Creates pathways to self-sufficiency for hundreds of individuals

Special Partnership Opportunities

Annual Christmas Benefit Dinner
Our signature fundraising event brings together all our partners for an evening of celebration, fellowship, and community impact. This event demonstrates the power of partnership in action.
Disaster Response Team
Partner organizations that commit to rapid response during emergencies, providing shelter, food, transportation, and emergency supplies.
Entrepreneurship Initiative
Business partners working together to support our incubator kitchen and help community members start their own food-based businesses.

Contact Our Partnership Team

Ready to explore partnership opportunities?

Partnership Coordinator
Phone: (903) 634-5673
Email: info@cseeds.org

Visit Us
103 Katy St., Lone Oak, TX 75453

Mailing Address
Community Seeds
P.O. Box 335
Point, TX 75472

"It takes a strong root system to grow healthy plants and a strong support base to grow healthy communities. Community Seeds wants to provide that support base by working together with partners who share our vision."

Together, we're planting seeds of hope and growing a stronger community — one partnership at a time.