The NYSCU was organized in 1825 and was the principal denominational body for Universalist churches in New York State until 1961. Today the NYSCU administers two endowments and holds annual meetings.

Religions for Peace USA is the largest and most broadly-based representative multi-religious forum in the United States, with participants from about 50 religious communities, representing diversity within each of the major faith traditions and many of the minor ones.