HUUC Stewardship 2026-2027
Aligning Our Resources with What Matters Most
At our recent retreat and Town Hall, we named the kind of community we are becoming – one marked by deep belonging, spiritual vitality, strong foundations, and fairness in how we care for one another.
We’re grateful to be part of this community together.
If you missed the March 15 worship service, you can view a 19-minute segment featuring Rev. Bill, Susan Conley, and Reid here:
https://youtu.be/KGaVJR3D_xo
Our Proposed Budget and Pledge Goal
This year’s budget reflects the direction we named together.
The Board is proposing an aspirational budget of approximately $295,000 for the coming fiscal year.
To support that budget, we are setting a stewardship goal of approximately $250,000 in pledges.
We anticipate modest additional income from fundraising and rentals, as members expressed energy around those possibilities at the Town Hall.
What This Budget Begins to Fund
This is what your pledge makes possible.
This budget begins meaningful movement in three areas that matter most to our congregation:
Fair & Sustainable Staff Compensation
We are beginning movement toward bringing staff positions to at least the minimum salary levels identified in the UUA Compensation Guidelines, with the intention of gradually moving toward midpoint guideline ranges over time.
Stronger Connection & Volunteer Support
We are exploring a part-time (approximately 15 hours/week) engagement and communication coordination role to support volunteers, strengthen communication, and reduce burnout.
Caring for Our Building & Grounds
Our building supports our spiritual life. This budget includes modest additional support for maintaining and improving our shared space.
We are also restoring children’s music and childcare support that were reduced or supported in other ways in recent years.
How to Think About Your Pledge
This year’s stewardship campaign invites us to align our resources with what matters most – not just individually, but as a congregation.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to giving at Heritage.
We do not ask everyone to increase by the same percentage.
Instead, we invite each household to consider how your financial commitment reflects:
- What matters most in your spiritual life
- Your connection to Heritage
- Your financial capacity (income and/or assets)
- The future we are building together
There is no expected amount – only an invitation to participate in a way that feels meaningful and aligned for you.
Many members find the Fair Share Giving Guide to be a helpful reference point:
Before You Submit Your Pledge
We invite you to take some time to reflect before submitting your pledge.
Thank you for being part of Heritage – your presence, your care, and your generosity all help make this community what it is.
We ask that pledges be submitted by May 1 so that we can responsibly plan for the coming year.
Learn More
Questions?
Contact Reid Hester at huucpledge@gmail.com
Online Pledge Form:
https://huuc.breezechms.com/form/2026-2027-pledge-form