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Dear Members and Friends of First UU of San Diego:
This time last year, the Padres were still playing well into the post season. Alas, not this year. As I have mentioned before, I think of rooting for a new “home team” in much the same way that I think about making a financial pledge at the congregations I serve as minister. It’s a tangible way for me to say, “I am all in, joining my fortune with yours and rooting for your success, for our success!” So I can say in full voice – “Hooray, Padres! And Hooray, First UU!” Dale and I have made our annual pledge as have the members of your board of trustees and many other folks who have renewed their pledge for the coming year. Will you join us? Every week, many of you approach me in the receiving line to tell me how grateful you are to have found this community of faith. Some of you have been here a long time. Some of you are newcomers, and some of you are returning after a time away. To all of you I say, “Welcome, and thank you.” It takes all of us to keep bending the moral arc toward justice, toward the creation of the beloved community here on earth. Now more than ever. We need you. In faith and with deep appreciation, Justine Rev. Justine Sullivan Developmental Lead Minister First Unitarian Universalist of San Diego |
Pledge / Financial Commitment Form |
A financial commitment is a promise to donate money to First UU for a 12 month calendar year period. Our gifts are considered “continuous.” Once a commitment is made, that gift continues each year, with the opportunity to revisit the amount of your gift every year. Members will be contacted in the Fall to ask for their financial commitment for the next calendar year. Although gifts can be paid in any timeframe or increments, it may be helpful to think of your gift in terms of a monthly amount of financial support.
We Are Generous People
First UU is self-sustaining and all members contribute time, talent and treasure by attending services, volunteering, becoming engaged in the many ongoing activities this campus offers, and giving regular financial contributions.
Our budget is approximately $1.6 million per year. We strive to be a congregation of generous givers, and recognize the joy and satisfaction that comes with being able to share our resources, financial and otherwise, to build our blessed community. Our financial contributions are an investment we make in living our values and creating a home where those values are nurtured and thrive. Major areas of investment are children's religious education, young adult and youth programs, social justice, and our worship and music programs.
While the amount of your financial commitment is a personal decision, it's hoped members will either pledge 5% of their income or give serious consideration to a plan to reach the 5% level within three years. If your financial situation makes any contribution impossible, you may make a confidential request for an annual waiver from one of the ministers.
Any financial commitment amount that is meaningful for you is appropriate. We view proportional giving as the greatest gift of all. Some of our most generous givers are wealthy, many more are not. To steward this sound base of programs, personnel, and facility, we plan thoughtfully, budget carefully, and act wisely. For a responsible budget, we must forecast realistically the ongoing support of the Congregation. Please consider your fair share and make a financial commitment according your ability.
Our budget is approximately $1.6 million per year. We strive to be a congregation of generous givers, and recognize the joy and satisfaction that comes with being able to share our resources, financial and otherwise, to build our blessed community. Our financial contributions are an investment we make in living our values and creating a home where those values are nurtured and thrive. Major areas of investment are children's religious education, young adult and youth programs, social justice, and our worship and music programs.
While the amount of your financial commitment is a personal decision, it's hoped members will either pledge 5% of their income or give serious consideration to a plan to reach the 5% level within three years. If your financial situation makes any contribution impossible, you may make a confidential request for an annual waiver from one of the ministers.
Any financial commitment amount that is meaningful for you is appropriate. We view proportional giving as the greatest gift of all. Some of our most generous givers are wealthy, many more are not. To steward this sound base of programs, personnel, and facility, we plan thoughtfully, budget carefully, and act wisely. For a responsible budget, we must forecast realistically the ongoing support of the Congregation. Please consider your fair share and make a financial commitment according your ability.
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Who to contact
Please contact Robie Evans, Director of Operations at (619) 398-4433 or [email protected].
