The ministries and missions of First Congregational Church UCC of Burlington rely on the pledges and support of all of our members and friends. Your generosity keeps our community alive. Thank you.
Donations sustain vibrant worship services, pastoral care, and educational programs for all ages, fostering spiritual growth and community connection.
They also enable vital mission work, such as providing emergency assistance through the Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP), affordable goods through the Possibility Shop, and support for local and global partners addressing urgent needs.
Every gift helps extend God’s love by maintaining our historic church, enriching lives, and serving those in need with compassion and hope.
“I give to the church because I see the difference it makes in the lives of everyone in Burlington and beyond. The outreach programs inspire us to take action, and when we all give a little, the church becomes infinitely stronger.”
“This place spreads joy all around, and it’s where I can bear witness to the extravagant love of Jesus. It’s a community where I feel totally safe to be myself, and my kids are supported by a wonderful group of people.”
“I give because there’s no other place where we can truly belong and be loved through every stage of life. Together, we do in community what we can’t do alone, and that’s a powerful thing.”
Connect here and use the drop-down menu provided in “Fund” to designate your donation. Text FCCBUCC to 73256 – standard text message rates apply.
Make payable to First Congregational Church, designate a use on the memo line, and mail to First Congregational Church, 38 South Winooski Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401
Connect here to make a commitment to give a certain amount throughout the calendar year. Use the drop-down menu provided in “Fund” to designate your donation to Pledge 2025.
Endow and support the lasting impact of First Church’s ministry and mission. The most common types of planned gifts include Will, Retirement Plan, Life Insurance Policy, and Charitable Trust.
Our FAQ section below can help. If you need further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out through the contact button below—we’re here to help!
Giving is an act of faith that demonstrates what we value: solidarity, inclusion, service, and God’s extravagant love. It stretches us from a cycle of spending that simply causes us to crave more, and roots us in the reality of God’s abundance.
You can contribute during Sunday services, mail a check to the church office, donate online through our secure platform, or donate via text or venmo @___.
Yes, our online giving system allows you to establish recurring contributions at intervals that suit you.
Absolutely. We use a secure system to ensure your personal and financial information is protected.
Yes, all donations are acknowledged with a receipt for your records and tax purposes.
A donation is a one-time gift, whereas a pledge is an annual commitment to make a donation toward that year’s operating budget. Knowing pledges will come in allows us to plan for the full year.
There are numerous ways you can give to the church, such as:
You can manage your recurring donations through your online giving account or by contacting the church office for assistance.
Yes, First Congregational Church Burlington is a registered non-profit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
For any inquiries regarding donations, please reach out to our church office at (802) 862-5010 or info@firstchurchburlington.org.
