Posted on August 12, 2020 by English Bradley

First United Church of Christ Mission Fund awards $36,925 in grants

By Berks County Community Foundation

First United Church of Christ Mission Fund awards $36,925 in grants

READING, PA – The mission of the former First United Church of Christ in Reading continues. A charitable fund that the church established before closing has awarded 12 grants totaling $36,925.

The First United Church of Christ Mission Fund of Berks County Community Foundation recently released its third annual round of grants. The beneficiaries were organizations that feed and clothe those in need, provide activities for children and seniors, and make minor home improvements for residents.

In 2017, after 264 years of serving the community, First United Church of Christ closed. The church transferred its endowment to the Community Foundation to continue the church’s mission.

Since the fund was established, it has awarded more than $100,000 in grants to local organizations.

This year, the First UCC Mission Fund committee recommended the following awards.

Grants

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