How We Fund Ourselves
Operating Fund
An annual budget is drafted by the Finance Committee and approved by the Congregation to provide staff salaries and benefits and pay for facilities and operations, Religious Education, mortgage payments, denominational contributions, and other Fellowship programs. Income is primarily derived from pledges and donations made by members and friends. A secondary source of revenue is the annual Auction.
Building Fund
Money was raised from pledges and donations by members and friends to purchase the property in Lafayette. After covering those expenses and paying down part of the mortgage, the remainder has been set aside for future renovation and additions.
Endowment Fund
A permanent fund designed to provide long- term resources for the Fellowship. Income is derived from bequests and donations by Fellowship members. Only the investment income from this fund can be used as the Board of Trustees directs.
Gilbert Fund
Named in honor of the Fellowship’s first minister, the Reverend Rudy Gilbert, this fund (created in 1986) is made up of contributions from members and friends. Frequently, Auction proceeds from the sale of items donated by merchants in our community are also added to the Gilbert Fund. Donations from the Fund help meet the needs of nonprofit community service organizations in Boulder County. The Social Concerns Committee submits recommended recipient organizations to be approved by the Fellowship Board. Fellowship members are also welcome to suggest organizations that have a special need. Contributions to such organizations generally range from $100 to $1000.