Stewardship & Our Shared Future
At Columbine UU, our budget is a reflection of our values. Every dollar helps sustain our sanctuary and our mission in the world.
CUUC Finances
Approved Budget for 2026-2027
Expense Report
If you need to request a reimbursement or submit a Donation in Kind, please use this expense report to submit it to the office. If your request is already within the approved CUUC budget lines you oversee, it will not need approval. If it is out of the budget, it will require board approval.
Where We Stand: 2025–2026 Financial Update
Year-to-Date (through April 2026) Performance
Total Operating Fund
Pledge Progress
We have received $145,910 in pledge payments toward our year-end goal $156,930.00.
Success Spotlight
Our Auction has been a major success, bringing in $13,601.25 in net revenue this fiscal year. This includes a $4,850 collection from the paddle raise intended to renovate our kitchen.
Financial Transparency & Stability
We believe in open books and responsible management of the resources entrusted to us.
How Your Money is Spent:
Staffing & Ministry: Our largest investment is in our people, with $78,379.51 spent on payroll and $4,588.61 on direct ministry expenses so far this year.
Administration: Essential operations have cost $28,448.39 YTD.
Reserve Health: As of June 2025, Columbine UU maintains a Reserve Fund Balance of $72,692.43. This includes a federal COVID-related check for $24,597.49 received in late 2024, ensuring we have a safety net for future needs.
History of Growth
Our community has shown consistent resilience. Even when we plan for a deficit (Estimated Difference), our actual results often show a much smaller gap thanks to year-end giving and fundraising.
Ready to Support Our Mission?
Your generosity makes our liberal religious community possible.
Make a Pledge: Help us reach our $178,000 goal for the upcoming 2026-2027 year.
One-Time Donation: Support our Operating Fund with a "general donation."
Special Collections: Check our "Offering" status—we have raised $6,127 through April.
