Dear Friends in Christ,
What a blessing it is to give thanks for how far we have come together. Because of your prayers, generosity, and the grace of God, we have already raised $1.53 million toward the Room to Grow expansion. That is an incredible milestone, and today I am overjoyed to share—we now have a generous donor who has offered a $220,000 dollar-for-dollar match. Every gift you give will be doubled until February 1, 2026.
This is more real now than ever before. If we meet this match, we will be able to responsibly move forward with a mortgage and—God willing—break ground as early as March or April 2026. That means classrooms designed for learning, smaller class sizes where teachers can give more personal attention, a secure safety zone for storms and protection, and a campus where children can continue to grow in faith, knowledge, and service. Smaller class sizes also mean more opportunity for connection, discipleship, and nurturing each child’s God-given gifts. The urgency is here, but so is the encouragement—we are close, and together, with God’s blessing, it WILL happen.
Watch for our new Room to Grow video, and please continue to pray, support, and spread the word. Commitment cards are available if you’d like to join us in prayerful giving. Our theme at CCLS this year is Under Construction… and as Ephesians reminds us, you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by His Spirit.
May the Lord bless this effort as we build not just for today, but for generations to come.
The CCLS Foundation Board
Where We Stand Today
Thank You!
CCLS family, we have incredible news to share! We are over HALFWAY to our $3 million goal! Your support is bringing us closer to expanding opportunities for our students to grow in faith, learning, and community.
We couldn’t have done this without you. Your generosity, prayers, and dedication are making a lasting impact. Let’s keep the momentum going and reach our goal together!
We're inviting our community to consider pledging a gift — whether it's monthly, annually, or a one-time donation — to help us continue this important work. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful impact on our students, teachers, and programs.
Our pledge commitment form can be found HERE.
Stay tuned - we have some amazing events coming up to help us cross the finish line. Let’s keep the momentum going and make this dream a reality! Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Together, we can do this!
Let’s Fundraise!
Do you have a fundraising idea you’d like to run? Let us know, and we’ll help you spread the word to the broader community! [email protected]
🎯 Save the Date: Sportsman Banquet! 🎯
Stay tuned for a date in Winter 2026 for an unforgettable evening! Our Sportsman Bingo will be held at the Field House at Mayer Lutheran High School. This will be a night filled with great food, exciting activities, and camaraderie, all in support of the Room to Grow expansion effort.
We’ll be posting weekly updates with exciting developments, progress reports, and ways you can help. Check back often to stay in the loop!
Thank You for Your Generosity!
None of this would be possible without the incredible support and faithfulness of our CCLS community. Together, we are building something extraordinary that will bless children and families for generations to come.
In His Service,
The CCLS Foundation
Click the Donate Now link to contribute electronically or mail your check with “Gift of Hope” in the memo to CCLS Foundation Christ Community Lutheran School, 512 Co Rd 10 SE, Watertown, MN 55388
Check out our preliminary building plans below!
Thank you!
Serving Jesus, our Lord and Savior
CCLS Foundation Committee - Principal, Jeff Boehlke; Chair, Justin Anderson; Treasurer, Dan Schuette; Secretary, Chuck Clemens; Members, Sarah Patnode, Zach Mueller, Dave Marquardt, Jon Latzig.