Annual Giving and Pledging
We value stewardship by all, both the giving, and the receiving are essential to the well-being of our spiritual selves and our church.
As we are asked to assume the responsibility of stewards, it is within the context of reflecting upon stewardship in many forms.
How our church commits 22% of all donations received to missions in the local, national and international communities.
How the church serves as the steward of our own spiritual houses.
How our church stewards so many others, beyond our immediate community, who are the beneficiaries of this unique house of worship and very special congregation of volunteers and concerned friends.
What is truly amazing is how this is accomplished within the confines of a modest operating budget funded entirely by the generosity of our congregation.
Annual Pledge Drive
What is the Annual Pledge Drive?
Annually in November, members and friends of Talmadge Hill Community Church are asked to make a financial commitment to our congregation. The total amount pledged then informs the Finance Committee’s operating budget recommendations for the upcoming church year. This includes our ministry programming, church staff compensation, and infrastructure needs.
What is a pledge?
A pledge is an indication to the church of how much you intend to contribute during the upcoming fiscal year.
What if I am not able to fulfill my pledge?
Of course, we recognize that sometimes things happen that prevent you from fulfilling your pledge. If you experience an unexpected change to your financial situation, you can notify the church office and adjust your contribution for the year.
How much should I pledge?
We understand that many factors come into play when determining a pledge amount that feels right and generous for you.
Why is it important that I make a pledge? I already donate.
The total amount pledged informs the finance committee’s operating budget recommendations for the upcoming church year. This budget includes the level at which we plan to fund our ministry programming, church staff compensation, and infrastructure needs. When our finance team knows how much you intend to give, they are able to take that into consideration when building out a responsible, robust church budget.
How do I pledge?
There are three ways to make your pledge.
Fill out and return a physical pledge card (found in our mailing and at church).
Go to Directory Login on this site’s home page, to access your Account Profile>Giving>Pledge and choose the 2021 Campaign.
Follow the instructions for using your phone’s Elexio app found here.
Planned and Legacy Giving
Talmadge Hill Community Church stands today as the grateful beneficiary of legacies from church members dating back nearly 150 years. In addition to current gifts that fund the church’s activities today, we welcome planned and legacy giving to sustain THCC’s ministry and mission well into the future.
There are many ways to support Talmadge Hill Community Church in building a secure and sustainable future – ways in which our church, its community, you and your loved ones all benefit at the same time.
Please consider a planned gift that will provide a lasting legacy for you and the Talmadge Hill Church community. There are many options available, including:
Leaving a bequest to the church in your will or estate plan
Deferred gifts (at the time of death)
Current outright gifts
Expectant gifts that are pledged
These and other options are described in more detail by downloading the Talmadge Hill Community Church Planned Giving Guide
If you would like to discuss the purpose, benefits and approaches to planned giving, please speak with Rev. Carter Via or contact the church office at talmadgehillchurch@gmail.com.