During our spring Pledge Drive members and friends of UUCR are asked to make a financial commitment, a “Pledge,” to support the church financially for the coming year. UUCR receives no outside funding, so it is up to all of us to provide the funds needed to pay our staff a living wage, keep our programs running and our community thriving.

UUCR was founded in 1827 and since that time its members and friends have cherished it. We are the current stewards of our church. By generously sharing our gifts of time, talent, and treasure, we ensure that our church community stays vibrant and strong.

Pledge Online!

The following documents, which open in new tabs, provide information about this year’s online pledge drive.

• Pledge Drive Brochure
• Pledge Drive Invitation Letter
• Pledge Drive FAQ
• Submit your pledge!

You can submit your pledge online anytime; why not do it now?

We are excited and hopeful about our future! There is a renewed sense of energy here at UUCR. We are resilient and we are strong! We have overcome many challenges in the past few years – and we have learned that by working together we can handle whatever comes our way. That’s the power of community!

Our Pledge Drive theme this year is “Staying Strong Together.”

Pledge Drive Goal

Our goal this year is to raise $350,000. To do that we need ALL our members and friends to make a pledge.

Reaching our Pledge Drive goal is essential to keeping our finances on a solid footing.

How Much Should I Give?

Only you know the amount that fits your budget and priorities. The UUA’s Suggested Fair Share Contribution Guide (FAQ) recommends giving a percentage of your income. This allows us all to make a meaningful and equitable contribution. The Fair Share contribution is between 2% and 6% of take-home pay.

Last year’s average annual pledge was $3,500, with some giving less and some a lot more. Our largest pledge was $33,000 and our smallest was $240. Please review your pledge to make sure you are giving your “Fair Share”.

Every pledge, large and small, will be gratefully received.

Pledges may be paid in a lump sum at the start of the fiscal year or in regular installments over the course of the year.

You can pay your pledge online through your bank, online through UUCR, by credit card, by check, or with appreciated stock. See the DONATE page for details.

If we can answer any question for you, please email us at [email protected].

Thank you. We are grateful for your generosity!