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How have Chalice Lighters Helped?

The full list of Chalice Lighter awards records a history of generosity extending over the past three decades.

They have helped secure ministers in

• Fridley, Minnesota (2002)
• Omaha, Nebraska (Second Unitarian) (2001)
• Topeka, Kansas (1995)
• Manhattan, Kansas (1995)
• Eau Claire, Wisconsin (1994)

They have helped purchase, construct or remodel buildings in

• Bemidji, Minnesota (2009)
• Wichita, Kansas (2008)
• Lawrence, Kansas (2007)
• La Crosse, Wisconsin (2006)
• Bismarck, North Dakota (2005)

They have helped establish new congregations in

• Decorah, Iowa (2006)
• St. Cloud, Minnesota (Spirit of Life) 2002
• Kansas City, Missouri (Gaia Community) (1998)
• Salina, Kansas (1998)

They have helped our young adults by supporting

• Mankato, Minnesota, Campus Ministry (2004)
• St. Cloud, Minnesota (UU Fellowship), Campus Ministry (2001)
• Ames, Iowa, Campus Ministry/ Young Adult Outreach (1998)
• Minnesota UU Campus Ministries (1996, 1997, 2003)

They have supported new growth opportunities with smaller growth fund grants. Two examples include a regional advertising campaign by several congregations working together in the Kansas City area; working on a web site and marketing program in Northfield, Minnesota; and help in hiring a part-time music director in St. Cloud, Minnesota.