Social Justice
Social Justice is a vital part of the mission of our congregation, leading, supporting, and engaging the congregation on social justice concerns, providing tangible ways to live our Unitarian Universalist principles in the community and the world.
Social Justice Groups at UUCR
Haiti Medical Mission
Hunger Relief Task Force
Immigration Action Group
LGBTQ+ Task Force
Rainbow Youth Alliance
Medicaid Waiver Program
Mitten Tree
Poor People's Campaign
Rockville Bicycle Hub
Share the Plate Program
UU Legislative Ministry of Maryland
UUCR Social Justice Emergency Fund
Share the Plate
Objectives of UUCR's Share the Plate Ministry:
To connect UUCR's spiritual and social justice commitments through worship practice;
To stir collective awareness about mindful giving.
To act on our commitment to support our local community; and
To encourage the generous and visible support of our congregation for important
community causes.
Nominated organizations must have 501(c)(3) tax status or be a tax- exempt religious organization. Priority is given to organizations that serve Montgomery County residents, reflect UU principles, and address community service needs
Share the Plate nominations are reviewed and selected by UUCR's Social Justice Committee to be part of our Sunday worship service offertory.
For more information on how to nominate an organization write to: sharetheplate@uucr.org
RECIPIENT ORGANIZATIONS THIS FISCAL YEAR
Gaithersburg Soup Kitchen
Montgomery County
Coalition for the Homeless
So What Else
Housing Unlimited
Interfaith Works
NIH Childrens Center
TransMaryland
Rainbow Youth Alliance
UpCounty Hub
Kaseman Clinic
UUCR The Vote
Manna
Rockville HELP
UUs for Social Justice
Mary's Center
Sante Total
NOMINATIONS CURRENTLY UNDER CONSIDERATION
DC Peace Team
Just Neighbors
New Neighbors Interfaith Alliance
Sleep in Heavenly Peace
UU Mental Health Network
As of February 25, 2024