Rooted: Sustainability, Growth, and Outreach.

What began as an act of faith has taken root.

Aldea has grown because people believed in what this community could become—and helped make it real. Through your presence, your care, your questions, and your generosity, we have become a community where belonging deepens and new possibilities emerge.

Our 2027 Pledge Campaign, Rooted, invites us to nurture the life we share. As we’ve been exploring in our Rooted series, growth calls us to tend what sustains us: our connections, our commitments, and the values we put into practice together.

Your financial pledge helps give Aldea the stability to flourish. It sustains the people, programs, and spaces that make this community possible, while creating room for those who have yet to find their way here.

Together, we can deepen our roots, extend our welcome, and cultivate a community that will thrive for years to come.

Why your pledge matters

We invite you to reflect on what Aldea means to you. Many of you are already giving—thank you for your generosity and commitment! Whether you’re a regular contributor or are considering pledging for the first time, now is the time to ensure that Aldea can move into the next stage of growth and continue to build our community and reach.

By making a pledge towards our goal of $125,000, you are helping Aldea plan for 2027 with clarity and purpose. Your commitment directly supports the resources we need to sustain our community—our Sunday experiences, our staff, our outreach, and the spaces where we gather.

How to Participate

Starting November 15th, we’ll be collecting pledge commitments. You can submit your pledge via a card or online via the button above. Your pledge is not a binding contract; rather, it’s a statement of intent that helps our leaders budget and plan for the year ahead.

What’s Next

In 2026, our monthly budget has been $11,436. Meanwhile, our monthly revenue (so far) was an average of $14,344.

What this means is simple: We’ve been able to cover our costs, and thanks to you, we even have some breathing room to grow and slowly build reserves in case of emergency.

For 2027, we are excited to dream bigger. That means…

Continuing to build reserve funds for unexpected expenses,

But also,

• Adding support staff to strengthen everything we do and make more programs possible.

• Strengthening community outreach by supporting the programs and staff that help us show up, build partnerships, and respond generously to local needs.

• Improving streaming technology to reach people near and far—including local newcomers who get to know Aldea online before walking through our doors

For these reasons, our 2027 pledge goal is $125,000. Reaching or exceeding this goal will help us confidently plan for our full operating budget while creating room for new programs, additional support staff, and an improved in-person and streaming experience—deepening our roots and extending our welcome.

How Are Funds Used at Aldea?

Here is a brief summary of the 2026 operating budget (a complete budget itemization is always available. Just ask!)

Staff—salaries, wages, taxes: 96,500

Sunday Experience: 5,000

Operations & Administration: 9,910

Building & Grounds: 24,000

TOTAL OPERATING BUDGET $135,410

What if My Circumstances Change?

We understand that life can be unpredictable. If your financial situation changes and you need to adjust or cancel your pledge, you absolutely have the freedom to do so. Just let us know, and we will make the necessary adjustments along the way. Our community can build together because we support one another through all of life’s changes.

When Am I Expected to Make My Contributions?

You can fulfill your pledge in a way that works best for you—whether it’s weekly, monthly, quarterly, or even annually. For Aldea’s financial health, weekly or monthly contributions are most helpful, as they provide a more stable and predictable cash flow, allowing us to plan more effectively throughout the year.

To make it easier, you can set up recurring payments through various methods:

• Paypal: Convenient for ongoing contributions.

• Zelle or Bill Pay through your bank: These methods have no processing fees, ensuring 100% of your contribution goes directly to Aldea.

Setting up recurring payments is a simple way to stay consistent with your pledge while supporting Aldea’s financial stability throughout the year. Visit aldeaspiritualcommunity.org/give for more information on setting up a payment.

Growing Roots Together

Aldea’s future grows from the roots we nurture together—through every act of faith, every contribution, and every relationship we tend. What began as a shared dream has taken root as a living, breathing community of hope, connection, and growth. Those roots have helped sustain us through challenges, and they need our continued care. Your support deepens our foundation, nourishes the life we share, and helps Aldea grow into a place of belonging for those still finding their way.

Thank you for considering your part in Aldea’s 2027 Pledge Campaign Rooted.