hot and cold
For Generations
HVAC System Upgrade
& Fundraising Project
What is it and what can you do to help?
THE NEED
HISTORY
Pine Grove Community Church building was originally constructed in 1956 by Rhinelander’s Polish
Catholic community to serve both their church and parochial school. PGCC was founded in 1979 by
believers from various Christian traditions including Lutheran, Methodist, Catholic, Anglican, and
Baptist backgrounds.
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PROBLEMS
PGCC is in need of replacing the boiler system because the current system is so outdated that we can no longer acquire parts for it, and it is at risk of failure. It must be updated in order to keep PGCC functioning.
Another system will be required to work in conjunction with this boiler system - either RTUs (roof top units) or a modular system (installed in front of the church).
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SOLUTIONS
A Facilities Team has been assembled and will continue to work with mechanical professionals to evaluate system needs, review contractor proposals, develop phased implementation plans, and ensure the project meets long-term integrity.
Saint Joseph's Catholic Church, late 20th century
Pine Grove Community Church, circa. 2023
In 2018, the PGCC congregation purchased the current building, quickly retiring the mortgage through sacrificial giving and faithful stewardship.
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While the congregation has continued to maintain and improve building infrastructure, the HVAC project has remained a priority.
OUR VISION
We exist to glorify God by trusting Him to use our fundraising ministry aimed at raising as much of the Phase 1 $420,000.00 for the Pine Grove HVAC project by:
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prayer
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gratitude
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participating together in a ministry that draws the church together
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asking the church to carefully look at how we relate to money
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loving those from whom we request funds
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and growing out faith by taking on the challenge of showing donors how this project furthers the mission of the church.
CALL TO ACTION
We will be praying for God to lead us to opening our hearts for what this HVAC project means to the Pine Grove Church community.
Our call to action is to pray individually and together as a community of believers that we will give what we have decided in our heart to give.​​
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
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Pray!
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Continue to Tithe
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Commit to a Pledge!
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Give!
"Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."
-2 Corinthians 9:7
A formalized fundraising committee has been established. Current strategies include congregational giving and applying for grants.
PGCC has a longstanding history of managing well its financial gifts, charitable giving, and financial stewardship. It is the fundraising
committee’s priority to model that stewardship while protecting the long-term sustainability of the church’s ministry.​​
FUNDRAISING
Phase 1 goal: $420,000
Phase 1 – Primary Boiler & Sanctuary Heating
Phase 2 – Secondary Heating Zones
Phase 3 – Additional Heating Distribution
Phase 4 – Final HVAC System Upgrades
Total Estimated Project Cost: $2.25 million
Our fundraising efforts begin March 29, 2026.
Fundraising pledge cards will be due by April 26, 2026.
Updates of our fundraising goals will be available in church and online on the PGCC website.
DONATION
Donate to our fundraiser at Zeffy.com! This ensures 100% of your donations goes to our mission. No extra fees, no hassle, just what you want to give. (Zeffy may ask for donation tip at checkout; you can choose if you want to tip or not. If not, simply select "Other" and "Contribution $0").
HAVE QUESTIONS? CONTACT US!
HVAC Facilities Team:
Brad White (715)-499-4053
Roy Kelling (715)-482-7920
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Pastoral Leadership:
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Fundraising Committee Chairman - Jeremy Vander Galien (715)-360-1984
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Grant Efforts/Fundraising - Marcus White (715)-891-1326
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PGCC HVAC Facilities Team Lead - Jeffrey O’Malley (715)-360-2315
For donating from investment accounts:
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Marc White (715)-891-1326
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Dan Demers (715)-313-4203