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Phone: 701-258-4911
Fax: 701-258-7684

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Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

  • What is STEER’s mission statement?

    “STEERing Money to Missions”

  • What are STEER’s beliefs?

  • Why STEER?

    Through STEER farmers and ranchers, we support world missions. This is a simple way to invest in God’s Kingdom.

Farmer/Rancher Questions

  • I am a farmer/rancher, is there any cost to get involved with STEER?

    There is no cost for you to get involved in the STEER program. This means we do not have signup fees or hidden costs. All you need to do is to contact us at 701-258-4911 if you are interested in getting involved. Depending on which option you choose in our program is where you will donate time, land, equipment, feed, etc. STEER takes on the risk of the project.

  • Can I pick the mission I want to support?

    Yes, if they are a mission organization we support.

  • Where do I get the livestock?

    Preference is to buy directly from the farmer.  Otherwise, we will provide the funds for you to purchase from a sale barn, neighbor, online sale platform, etc. This allows you the freedom to purchase livestock that fits into your program.

  • What percentage is taken out of my project by STEER?

    We currently take out 10%. So, 90% goes to your mission designation. Of the 10%, 5% goes to insurance and 5% to administrative costs.

  • Are you telling me STEER only operates on 5% of all agricultural project sales?

    YES! We operate on donations and the 5% deduction supplements our main budget.

  • How do I start a project?

Missionary Questions

  • How do I qualify to receive support?

    Your home organization must be a member of STEER.

  • How do I receive support?

    The first step would be to contact farmers and ranchers you know who are interested in your ministry. STEER would be willing to visit with any potential farmers and ranchers and walk them through the process.

  • How long before I would receive any revenue?

    Generally, it would be when the farmer or rancher sells the livestock or agricultural product. Typically, it would be 6 to 12 months.

  • Can I count on the farmer/rancher’s continued support?

    On average farmers and ranchers stay involved for 10 or more years. This can be increased through continued communication.

  • Do I need to find funds for my project?

    NO! All the funds for projects come from our Legacy Fund.

Mission Organization Questions

  • I am an organization looking to join STEER, what is my first step?

    First go to our mission organization page and see if you match our qualifications.  If you do, then contact our office at 701-258-4911.,

  • What is a mission organization?

    A mission organization is usually formed because of one or more persons who sense a calling from God to address a need in the community, nation, or the world; and to carry out the calling in a community with others who share this calling.

  • Why should an organization be interested in becoming a member of STEER?

    STEER has sent millions of dollars to missions.

    Our program is a no-risk, low-cost way for farmers and ranchers to support your organization. It is an additional way for your missionaries to raise consistent support.


  • Does my organization need to raise funds for projects?

    NO! All the funds for projects come from our Legacy Fund.

  • What is the hardest part about joining?

    Finding the 5 farmers or ranchers to take on projects for your organization.

  • I am a member of an organization, and I received a Notice of Sale Form with the phrase Farmer No Longer Has Project For This Designation, what does this mean?

    If you see this on your Notice of Sale Form it means one of the following things: an animal was sold, an animal died, crops were lost, or the farmer/rancher chose a different mission designation.

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