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Foothills Unitarian requires all employees to acknowledge receipt of the Employee Handbook on an annual basis. This acknowledgement confirms that employees have reviewed the current policies, understand their responsibilities, and agree to abide by the guideli...

At Foothills Unitarian, we are committed to expressing appreciation for our staff in ways that are aligned with our values of equity, transparency, and shared responsibility. All staff members are compensated fairly for their time and talent, in alignment with...

1. Purpose This guidance exists to support an aligned, transparent, and mission-driven budgeting process that empowers staff while ensuring accountability to Board policy. It clarifies roles and timelines in the development of the annual operating budget and ...

1. PurposeThis guidance defines the structure and role of the Finance Team in supporting transparency, accountability, and sound financial practices. As a lay-led body of financial advisors, the Finance Team helps ensure alignment between financial reporting a...

1. PurposeThis guidance establishes the internal monthly financial review process to ensure accurate reporting, effective oversight, and compliance with Board policies. It reflects our commitment to financial transparency, accountability, and responsible stewa...

1. PurposeThis guidance supports responsible and transparent stewardship of donor contributions in alignment with Foothills’ mission and Board policy. It ensures that donations are handled consistently, with clarity about their use and expectations for record-...

1. PurposeThis guidance outlines the structure and accountability of the Community MicroGrant Program (formerly Share the Plate), which reflects Foothills’ values of partnership, generosity, and shared impact. By directing a portion of the Sunday offering to m...

1. PurposeThis guidance outlines Foothills Unitarian’s internal control framework to safeguard financial assets, ensure the integrity of financial information, and uphold trust in the stewardship of congregational resources. It supports compliance with Board P...

1. PurposeThis guidance articulates Foothills’ fundraising philosophy, grounded in abundance, gratitude, and relational stewardship. It affirms that our approach to generosity-building should reflect our mission, center in partnership for resourcing, include j...

1. PurposeThis guidance defines the shared responsibilities for discerning, initiating, and planning a capital campaign. It ensures that capital fundraising efforts are strategic, feasible, and aligned with mission-driven priorities. 2. Organizational Guidanc...

1. Purpose This guidance ensures that Foothills Unitarian retains and securely manages records in accordance with legal, ethical, and operational standards. It supports Board Policy 3.3.8 by safeguarding sensitive information, maintaining accountability, and p...

Any family member within one generation, committed partner or spouse of an employee cannot serve on the Board of Trustees.  The Senior Minister may make exceptions to this policy on a case-by-case basis, except for in the case of their own family member, for w...

To protect the integrity of Foothills Unitarian’s fundraising efforts and to avoid confusion regarding the Church’s organizational priorities, the following policy applies to any fundraising activities hosted on Foothills property: 1. Restrictions on Fundrais...

Purpose:To ensure timely, compliant, and transparent preparation for all congregational meetings, in accordance with Article 6 of the Foothills Bylaws and aligned with our commitments to accessibility, communication, and engagement. Whenever possible, Congrega...

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PurposeFoothills Unitarian values our employees and recognizes that access to church spaces can provide meaningful opportunities for personal gatherings. This policy outlines the conditions under which employees may request the use of church facilities at no c...

Purpose:To clarify expectations regarding staff participation in Foothills Unitarian events, including when payment of event fees or ticket costs is required. General Principle Staff are never required to pay to participate in Foothills events when their prese...