Message from the Treasurer
Operations- Jan 1 to Nov 30, 2023 (Unaudited)
| Revenue | |
| Donations | 372,380 |
| Bequests | 16,200 |
| Property Income | 74640 |
| Fundraising | 17,225 |
| Grants | 42,200 |
| Total Revenue | 522,645 |
| Expense | |
| Ministry & Personnel | 461,225 |
| Property | 72,445 |
| Administration | 39,430 |
| Regional Assessment | 23,115 |
| Information Technology | 6,395 |
| Worship | 1,230 |
| Music | 19,155 |
| Regional Expenses | 700 |
| Spiritual Formation POD | 795 |
| Board Expenses | 290 |
| Communications | 820 |
| Family Ministries | 1,215 |
| Mission & Outreach POD | 260 |
| Gratitude | 255 |
| Spirited Arts Movement | 1,255 |
| Fellowship | 415 |
| Total Expenses | 629,000 |
| Surplus (Shortfall) | (106,355) |
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Pledges
We are all encouraged to make a pledge, which is simply a statement of the amount we intend to contribute. It is not a binding commitment, but an expression of intention which is nevertheless helpful in our planning and facilitates accurate budgeting.
FAQ
Who keeps track of all our money?
The church has a network of volunteers including a Finance committee, counters, an accountant, envelope stewards, and a treasurer who track and report financial matters.
Where does the money come from for running the church?
All funds are raised locally through member and visitor tax-deductible offerings, fund-raising initiatives, and building rentals. We encourage donors to provide an address and name so that tax-deductible receipts can be provided for up to 50% in tax savings. The church receives no funding from the United Church of Canada or government, although periodically we receive generous grants through application for designated purposes, such as the Municipal Historical Resource Grant, Canada Summer Jobs Project, and the Provincial Summer Temporary Employment Program (STEP) grant.