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Community Involvement The staff at UTG is committed to sharing the rewards of our endeavors by giving back to the community. It is the goal of UTG to make a difference in the lives of those we touch. As a result, most of our philanthropic efforts are targeted to Christ-centered organizations that proclaim the Good News, help the weak and poor, and stand for the Truth in our local community, state, nation and world. Listed below are some of the organizations that UTG has supported in the past twelve months.
Beer Lahai Roi Women’s Ministries Provides food, clothing shelter and other practical needs to women facing unexpected pregnancies in a loving, Christian environment. For more information, call 217-698-4194.
Christian Student Fellowship A ministry for college students from varied religious backgrounds that are committed to expanding their relationships with God and offering a true picture of Christ to their campus community. For more information, call 217-498-9264.
Contact Ministries Crisis Intervention Counseling professional staff provide assessment of needs and short-term counseling on a wide variety of human needs. Food pantries provide emergency food to qualified individuals and families during hours when other food pantry programs are not available. Housing Assistance Program provides information and referral on available low-income housing in the community; also emergency temporary shelter assistance. At Christmas, food, toys and limited winter apparel are provided to persons who are “missed” by established Christmas assistance programs in the community. For more information, call 217-753-3939.
Living Alternatives, Crisis Pregnancy Center Helps pregnant women who are in a state of crisis to understand and work through alternatives, enabling them to make an informed decision. Provides emergency aid in whatever form is available and needed to women who decide to carry their baby to term. For more information, call 217-528-6511.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Presents to athletes and coaches and all whom they influence the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church. Visit their web site www.fca.org.
Baptist Children’s Home and Family Services Cares for children and families who have been victimized by abuse, neglect or abandonment or are otherwise in crisis. Provides residential treatment for children, pregnancy care, adoption services, foster care and Christian counseling. For more information, call 618-382-4164 or visit their web site www.bchfs.com.
Washington Street Mission Provides after school tutoring, religious instruction and social activities for needy children in the community. Distributes used clothing and household items to needy families. Serves coffee and donuts five mornings a week at a coffee hour. For more information, call 217-544-9011.
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