Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the South Fork in Bridgehampton, New York, awards more than $50,000 in grants to seven local groups

The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the South Fork in Bridgehampton has announced that, for the fifth year, it is awarding grants to local organizations through its grassroots High Impact Community Outreach program.

“There are so many challenges and so many tremendous groups working to make our East End a better place to live for all,” the congregation said in a statement. “The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the South Fork continues to try to assist local nonprofits make a difference.”

This year, the congregation accepted applications from groups focusing on “new entrants to our community, the elderly, and health care,” as well as local cultural institutions. Helping neighbors who are newcomers, older residents and people in need of health care reflects the call to share what one has (Hebrews 13:16).

Collectively totaling more than $50,000, the grants went to I-Tri; the Children’s Museum of the East End in Bridgehampton; the Eastville Community Historical Society in Sag Harbor; the Butterfly Effect Project and Hope and Resilience L.I., both in Riverhead; Community Action Southold Town; and Centro Corazon de Maria in Hampton Bays.

The seven groups were chosen from 20 applicants, each of which “had tremendous merit and showcased the creativity and dedication of those involved,” the congregation said. “We only wish we could have funded every project.”

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