SHOC Financial Transparency & Shared Foundations 2027
A Practical Look at What It Takes to Sustain Our Community — Now and Into 2027
🔍 Honest. Transparent. Ethical Giving.
At SHOC, we believe financial transparency is part of ethical leadership.
We go beyond standard reporting because we want our community to understand:
Where money goes
What things actually cost
How generosity directly impacts our mission
And how we’re planning responsibly for the future
Giving isn’t about pressure or guilt.
It’s about practical generosity, ethical stewardship, and building something that lasts.
🎯 Why We’re Planning for 2027 Now
In 2026, we hit a major milestone:
✅ $26,000 raised to sustain SHOC through 2026.
Now we’re looking ahead.
As we prepare for 2027 — we are proactively securing stability before 2027
Our goal:
$55,000 in 2027 commitments by December 31, 2026.
This allows us to:
Reduce reliance on any single donor
Enter 2027 with financial stability
Strengthen long-term systems
Invite broader shared ownership
This is not emergency fundraising.
It is responsible planning.
🌿 Shared Foundations 2027
We are inviting participation from three circles of support:
1️⃣ SHOC Households
Those who call our church home.
2️⃣ Extended Community
Former members, family, and friends who have been impacted by SHOC.
3️⃣ Broader Supporters
Those who follow our leadership and believe in what we’re building — even from afar.
Sustainability should never fall on a small group alone.
We are widening the circle intentionally.
📊 Where Your Giving Goes
Expense Category
Salaries & Personnel
Facilities & Lease
Hospitality & Events
Insurance (Liability & Property)
Children’s Ministry
Administrative & Operations
Miscellaneous Expenses
Bank & Payroll Fees
TOTAL MONTHLY EXPENSES
Monthly Cost
$7,380
$1,250
$150
$150
$80
$350
$318
$72
$9750
What This Supports
Fair wages for pastors and staff.
Rent for gathering space and services.
Coffee, food, and gatherings for community connection.
Ensuring legal and financial protection.
Curriculum, materials, and resources for kids' programs.
Accounting, software, website, and workspace subscriptions.
Equipment, supplies, and unexpected needs.
Processing fees for donations and payroll.
Keeping SHOC operational and sustainable.
🤝 How You Can Participate in Shared Foundations 2027
Participation is an invitation.
You may choose a one-time gift or a recurring monthly commitment for 2027.
Cornerstone Partners — $5,000+
($420+/month)
Builder Partners — $2,000–$4,999
($170–$415/month)
Anchor Partners — $1,000–$1,999
($85–$165/month)
Rooted Partners — $500–$999
($40–$80/month)
You may also give quarterly or combine approaches.
Recurring giving is especially helpful for long-term stability, but each household is encouraged to choose what aligns with their season.
No one is publicly identified by giving level.
Your presence is valued above any financial contribution.
👐 Ways to Give
🔗 Give Online – Set up a one-time or recurring donation.
🏢 Employer Matching – See if your workplace matches gifts.
✉️ Mail a Check – PO Box 3253, Tustin, CA 92781
Recurring giving helps create predictable stability — but all generosity matters.
✨ What Sustainability Means for Us
It means:
Planning before there’s a problem
Reducing financial anxiety
Sharing responsibility across the community
Continuing to grow without urgency-driven appeals
It means building something that lasts.
FAQs
Are my donations tax-deductible?
Yes! SHOC is a registered nonprofit, and all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. We provide receipts for all contributions.
Is SHOC a qualified organization for donation matching?
Yes, many employers match donations to nonprofit organizations like SHOC. Check with your HR department to see if your workplace offers this benefit.
Can I direct my giving to a specific budget item?
Yes! When giving, you can select a specific budget category from the drop-down menu. If no category is selected, all donations go toward SHOC’s general fund, which covers operational expenses.
Does SHOC receive any government or outside funding?
SHOC relies entirely on donations (and soon to be grants). We do not receive any ongoing government funding.
Who sees what I give?
Giving records are confidential and only accessible to SHOC’s financial team for record-keeping purposes. No one else sees individual donation amounts.
Who has access to the donated money?
Only authorized finance personnel and leadership have access to SHOC’s funds, with strict oversight and accountability measures in place.
How are pay rates determined at SHOC?
Staff salaries are based on industry standards for similar-sized organizations and adjusted for cost of living. Compensation decisions are made transparently and reviewed regularly to ensure fairness and sustainability.