Launch your Thrivent Action Team in minutes
If you’re a Thrivent client with membership, you're eligible to lead a Thrivent Action Team!
Gather a small group of volunteers and organize a simple community project—whether it’s a supply drive, weekend car wash fundraiser, or a one-time educational event. We’ll help you combine your passion for supporting local causes with bringing people together to create a lasting impact in your community.
Apply now
Gather a small group of volunteers and organize a simple community project—whether it’s a supply drive, weekend car wash fundraiser, or a one-time educational event. We’ll help you combine your passion for supporting local causes with bringing people together to create a lasting impact in your community.
Get ready to lead in 4 simple steps
Apply to lead a project
Once you decide on a project, log into your Thrivent account to complete your application, and get approved within 3 business days.
Apply now
Get your
kit
You will receive your Thrivent Action Kit 7-10 business days after approval. This package of resources is designed to support your project.
Rally your
team
Get your team together—whether it's 2 people or 200 people—to bring your community project to life.
Share your success story
Tell us about your project's positive impact so we can celebrate your success.
Submit project report
Apply to lead a project
Once you decide on a project, log into your Thrivent account to complete your application, and get approved within 3 business days.
Apply now
Get your
kit
You will receive your Thrivent Action Kit 7-10 business days after approval. This package of resources is designed to support your project.
Rally your
team
Get your team together—whether it's 2 people or 200 people—to bring your community project to life.
Share your success story
Tell us about your project's positive impact so we can celebrate your success.
Submit project report
How long does it take to lead a Thrivent Action Team?
That’s really up to you! The online application takes just a few minutes. Once you get approval and your kit in the mail, you’re eligible to begin right away—no extra steps required.
It can be as simple as getting a few friends together to do yardwork for a neighbor or cooking a meal for people in need. Plus, we’ll equip you with everything you need, including up to $250 in seed money to get started.
It can be as simple as getting a few friends together to do yardwork for a neighbor or cooking a meal for people in need. Plus, we’ll equip you with everything you need, including up to $250 in seed money to get started.
Your Thrivent Action Kit resources
Once your application is approved, we’ll send you a package of customized resources and digital tools to kick-start your project. Your Thrivent Action Kit may include:
- Live Generously® T-shirts.
- Thank you cards, name tags and stickers.
- A Community Impact Card (a pre-paid Visa card) with up to $250 in seed money.
- A personalized project webpage to share with your community
- An RSVP feature to invite friends and family to collect RSVPs online
- Photo upload tool to collect and share photos
- Thank you notes to email after your project
The application was very easy and approval was quick so we were able
to put the seed money and resources to good use almost immediately.
Thrivent Action Team leader
Tips for gathering your team
- Rallying your team starts with a clear vision. Share the cause you’re passionate about and why it matters to you.
- Invite friends, family and neighbors to join in, explaining how their time and talents will make a difference.
- Use social media, group texts and personal invitations to spread the word and build excitement.
- Explain why this project will be fun and purposeful, and the impact you can make together.
Join 1 million+ projects inspiring communities nationwide
There are countless beginner-friendly ways to make a difference through Thrivent Action Teams. If you’re already volunteering alongside others in your community, it’s easy to turn that passion into a Thrivent Action Team.
Don’t know where to start? We have pre-filled application templates with quick, simple ideas from blanket-making to a school supply drive.
View templates
Don’t know where to start? We have pre-filled application templates with quick, simple ideas from blanket-making to a school supply drive.
FAQs
As you plan your project, questions are bound to come up. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions. We also have answers to additional questions that may arise before, during and after your project.
Additional questions
Which Thrivent clients are eligible to lead Thrivent Action Teams?
Thrivent Action Teams are an exclusive benefit of Thrivent membership, available only to Thrivent clients with membership. As a member, you are the only person authorized to apply for a Thrivent Action Team.
The number of Action Teams you can lead each year depends on your membership type. Clients with benefit membership are eligible to lead up to two Thrivent Action Teams per calendar year, while clients with associate membership can lead one per year.
Eligibility for Thrivent Action Teams is rooted in the mutual relationship between Thrivent and its clients. Clients with benefit membership, who own insurance products, contribute to the tax-exempt funds that support Thrivent's client activities. In recognition of this contribution, these members have the opportunity to lead additional Thrivent Action Teams.
The number of Action Teams you can lead each year depends on your membership type. Clients with benefit membership are eligible to lead up to two Thrivent Action Teams per calendar year, while clients with associate membership can lead one per year.
Eligibility for Thrivent Action Teams is rooted in the mutual relationship between Thrivent and its clients. Clients with benefit membership, who own insurance products, contribute to the tax-exempt funds that support Thrivent's client activities. In recognition of this contribution, these members have the opportunity to lead additional Thrivent Action Teams.
How does the Community Impact Card work?
In your Thrivent Action Kit, you will receive a Community Impact Card with $250 pre-loaded onto it. Spend the money on any supplies or resources you need to kick off your Action Team. Whatever money you don't use will roll back to the Action Teams fund automatically after 90 days.
How do I know if my project is a good fit for the program?
If your project benefits your community or a cause you care about, involves you and your volunteers, and focuses on making a positive impact, it’s likely a great fit. Use this quick checklist to ensure alignment with the guidelines:
- Build a strong team: Gather friends, family, and community members to make a greater impact together.
- Actively contribute to the success of the project: Thrivent Action Teams should not be "donated" to others for implementation. We want our client leaders to be actively participating in the generosity of this program.
- Benefit the community: The project should benefit the community where you live, work, or worship, and should not be self-benefiting for you or your immediate family.
- One kit per project: Thrivent Action Teams should kickstart unique projects and not combine efforts to fund a larger initiative.
- Use the Community Impact Card responsibly: The card must be used solely for your project in line with the program’s
Terms & Conditions .
How old do I need to be to lead a Thrivent Action Team?
The minimum age to lead a Thrivent Action Team is 16 years old.
Should I purchase or retain insurance or annuity products so I can lead more Thrivent Action Teams?
No. Thrivent has many unique advantages as a fraternal benefit society, including our ability to make a positive impact with clients in their communities and congregations. While we want everyone to experience giving back through Thrivent Action Teams, you should never purchase or retain any insurance or annuity products simply to lead a Thrivent Action Team. You should only purchase and keep the insurance and annuity products that best meet the financial security needs of you and your family.
I need inspiration! Where can I find ideas on leading a Thrivent Action Team?
The Thrivent Action Teams Hub is a digital platform where clients have shared their amazing projects. Spend some time exploring others' projects for inspiration. The Generosity Starts Here document also provides great ideas to get you started!
Can my fundraiser, service activity or educational project support any organization?
We love seeing our clients support an organization or a cause they are passionate about! Remember, we want you and your team to take action within the community rather than directly giving or granting the Community Impact Card to the organization you are supporting. To see if a project can be associated with a specific organization, you can search organizations in the Thrivent Choice® catalog . Organizations eligible for Thrivent Choice may be eligible for Thrivent Action Teams.
Need more support?
For additional questions please contact our Client Services Center at 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Action Teams” at the prompt.
We would be happy to help during our hours of operation Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time.
Benefits of membership, including Thrivent Action Teams, do not extend to Attorney-in-Facts or Authorized Users
Member benefits and programs are not guaranteed contractual benefits. The interpretation of the provisions of these benefits and programs is at the sole discretion of Thrivent. Membership benefits are reviewed and evaluated regularly. Thrivent reserves the right to change, modify, discontinue, or refuse to provide any of the membership benefits or any part of them, at any time.
You should never purchase or keep insurance or annuity products to be eligible for nonguaranteed membership benefits. You should only purchase and keep insurance and annuity products that best meet the financial security needs of you and your family. Consider the cost, features, and benefits of specific insurance and/or annuity products.
Ten Thrivent clients were among hundreds nominated by financial advisors, engagement leaders and Thrivent team members, that were selected by Thrivent to receive a surprise donation to the cause they care about based on the meaningful impact they’ve made in their communities through Thrivent Action Teams, and that strongly represents Thrivent’s purpose and values.
Member benefits and programs are not guaranteed contractual benefits. The interpretation of the provisions of these benefits and programs is at the sole discretion of Thrivent. Membership benefits are reviewed and evaluated regularly. Thrivent reserves the right to change, modify, discontinue, or refuse to provide any of the membership benefits or any part of them, at any time.
You should never purchase or keep insurance or annuity products to be eligible for nonguaranteed membership benefits. You should only purchase and keep insurance and annuity products that best meet the financial security needs of you and your family. Consider the cost, features, and benefits of specific insurance and/or annuity products.
Ten Thrivent clients were among hundreds nominated by financial advisors, engagement leaders and Thrivent team members, that were selected by Thrivent to receive a surprise donation to the cause they care about based on the meaningful impact they’ve made in their communities through Thrivent Action Teams, and that strongly represents Thrivent’s purpose and values.
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