The Midwest Unitarian Universalist Conference (MUUC) administers several funds that are available for grants to individuals or congregations in the MidAmerica Region (MAR) and the Mountain Desert District (MDD). These funds are invested and managed for MUUC by the Midwest Unitarian Universalist Foundation (MUUF).

The Ryder Fund: Originating with a gift from the will of the Rev. Dr. William Henry Ryder, the Ryder Fund is used to support elderly (age 65 and older) UU clergy and their partners, widows and widowers. Grants of $500-$2000 can be used for a variety of needs, such as medical or living expenses. Grants are limited, however, to one-time, discrete needs and are not for ongoing costs.

More information or to apply for a Ryder Fund Grant

The Laughlin Fund: Originating with a gift from the will of Iva Giles Laughlin, the Laughlin Fund is used to support elderly (age 65 and older) Unitarian Universalist lay people. Grants may be used for a variety of expenses, such as medical or living expenses, and generally are around $500. Grants are limited to one-time, discrete needs and are not for ongoing costs.

More information or to apply for a Laughlin Fund Grant

The Munroe Husbands Fund: The Munroe Husbands grant program supports efforts and programs of lay-led UU congregations. This may include funding attendance at conferences, supporting workshops, or other initiatives of a lay-led congregations. Grants are for one-time, not recurring expenses, and generally are no more than $2000.

More information or to apply for a Husbands Fund Grant

Michael P. May
President, MUUC Board