Our annual stewardship campaign is a time when members and friends make a commitment to support UUCSH during the upcoming fiscal year. We call that commitment a pledge. Our 2026 stewardship campaign ran from March 22 to April 19. While the campaign is over, new members or anyone who missed the campaign can still use the button below to make a pledge for 2026–27 Fiscal Year. 

UUCSH is completely member-supported. All our expenses—staff salaries, program supplies and building costs (e.g., mortgage and utilities)—are paid out of the donations of generous members and friends. Pledges allow us to plan that spending, which can be particularly important when hiring staff. Pledges are not binding. If you have a change in circumstances, whether due to job loss or lottery windfall, just contact the treasurer and your pledge will be adjusted. 

How much should I pledge?

If you are new to UUCSH, you may be asking “How much should I pledge?” The answer may depend on your financial circumstances. For some, a few hundred dollars is extremely generous, while others can afford to donate thousands. We offer a guideline of 3.5% of Adjusted Gross Income, a level that varies with wealth and that enables us to fund the mission of UUCSH. Over the last few years, the median pledge has been about $2,000. We hope that our members and friends are excited about UUCSH and excited to be supporting our mission.

When do I pay my pledge?

A pledge made now is for the Fiscal Year 2026–27, which runs from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. You should plan to pay your pledge (via donation to UUCSH) over the course of that year. Some make a single donation at some point during the year, and some donate quarterly, monthly or even weekly. UUCSH is happy to accept whatever works best for you. 

How do I pay my pledge?

The How to Give page has lots of information about the different ways that donations can be made. An additional approach—that we make available specifically for pledges—is to have us arrange automatic monthly withdrawals from your checking account via our partner Vanco. If you are interested, fill out the Electronic Giving Form and return it (along with a voided check) to the Treasurer. After July 1, 2026, the number of months remaining will be less than the normal 12.

Feel free to consult with the treasurer ([email protected]) if you are unsure about the details on the form.

How do I return my pledge form?

When you are ready, click on the link below and fill out our digital pledge form!

Information about your pledge will go to the treasurer ([email protected]), who should confirm your pledge within a few days.

What if I have questions?

Our Officers and Members of the Board of Trustees have all been pledging for several years and most have been fielding questions during Stewardship Campaigns. They would be happy to talk to you about your financial commitment to UUCSH. Or you can reach out to the UUCSH treasurer, at [email protected].

Finally, what happens during Stewardship?

While a pledge is welcome at any time of year, especially from new members, the spring Stewardship Campaign is the time when UUCSH tries to get every one of its members and donating friends to declare their donation intent for the following fiscal year. 

During Stewardship, this web page highlights what the congregation is doing, what we are planning, and why we are excited about supporting UUCSH in the upcoming fiscal year.  This information, for the 2026 Stewardship Campaign, is shown below:

2026 Stewardship Campaign:
Courage to Care, Community to Share

Welcome to the 2026–2027 Stewardship Campaign: Courage to Care, Community to Share! This is the time of year where each of us is invited into generosity in the form of a financial pledge to sustain our beloved religious community. It is an opportunity to consider what UUCSH means to you and what you would like to see us accomplish in the year ahead.

We are fortified in this work by the support of our growing UUCSH community. New members continue to bring new ideas, new energy, and more helping hands. Religious education classes for children, youth, and adults help provide a firm foundation for understanding the important role UUs have played and can continue to play in making the world a better place. Our Social Action Committee and Green Team offer frequent opportunities for putting our principles into action.

When we need to nourish our spirits, Sunday services feature Rev. Cynthia’s uplifting and thought-provoking sermons, Will Magalio’s superb music, and monthly performances by our intrepid choir. Leading Sunday services is also a community undertaking as services are offered by River’s Edge Circle, our Pagan group; Echad, our Jewish heritage group; the Social Action Committee; the Green Team; and individual lay leaders.

Personal connections and support are amplified by our Soul Matters and Staying Comfortable sharing circles. The Caring Committee orchestrates congregational support for individuals and families in times of need and in times of celebration. And last but not least, Coffee Hour each week provides an opportunity to connect with old friends and make new ones.

Ours is a loving, courageous, social-justice-oriented community made possible by your pledge dollars. The accompanying page describes our Stewardship request. It also has information about the UUCSH budget and the UUA guidelines. Information on how to pledge is below. One of our volunteer stewards will be in touch soon to answer any questions you may have.

Thank you for your continued generosity, courage, and commitment to sharing everything this congregation has to offer with our members and the wider community!