On September 13 and 27, half the offering on each date will be donated to the UUA Disaster Relief Fund. The Disaster Relief Fund is a mutual aid program of the Unitarian Universalist Association that allows congregations to support each other when disasters strike. Funds given by contributing congregations are granted to sibling congregations in cases of fires, floods, and other disasters. Recipient congregations use the grants they receive to offer support in their communities, help their own members and/or repair structural damage on their buildings and grounds. During 2024 and 2025, more than $350,000 was given in 24 grants to UU congregations.
First Parish shares its offering with one social justice organization twice each month, or two organizations once each. This ensures that everyone has the opportunity to generously support these vital community organizations and causes.
Photo by Jonathan Ford on Unsplash