Everyone has a different financial situation, so we encourage you to be as generous as you are able, taking into consideration your other obligations. Our church is completely funded by member pledges, donations, and fundraisers. Please consider how important this community is to your life. We generally suggest that you give a percentage of your income and increase the amount over time, as you are able. You can use the Guide to Monthly Giving chart to determine a suggested monthly pledge amount, but only you can determine what amount works best for you.

Pledges can always be amended. If you’ve already set up your pledge payments online using Vanco, you can easily and securely adjust them yourself, or just contact the church bookkeeper. If your situation changes for the better, your additional gifts are always welcome and will make a difference. If you experience distress from financial hardship, please reach out to our ministers.

We ask that you fill out a Pledge Form for this year by providing your contact information, the amount you wish to pledge, how often you’d like to make payments, and by what method. We recommend using Vanco Payment Solutions online to setup and pay your pledge as it gives you complete control over the frequency and amount of payments. Vanco can be set up to pay using your credit card or bank account withdrawal. Vanco is also the easiest payment form for our bookkeeper to process. Other forms of payment are also available; please contact our bookkeeper. Click Here to access our new online form or download a copy to print, fill out, and send in. You can also simply call the UUSS office at 916-483-9283.

We will gratefully receive your pledge or pledge amendment at any time. We typically request pledges be made by early April so we can plan our budget for the new church year in July.

Most people begin payments July 1st, when the new church year begins.  However, you may start sooner if you prefer.

No. You may pay quarterly if you wish. Some people prefer to make one payment a year—often directly from an IRA (there are tax benefits), or at a time of year when they expect a large influx of funds.