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United Thank Offering (UTO)Kate Rose, United Thank Offering Custodian krose@coe.edu
United Thank Offering (UTO) is a spiritual and financial partner in the mission work of The Episcopal Church, through every person in every pew. UTO is entrusted to promote thank offerings, to receive the offerings, and to distribute the United Thank Offering monies through grants. Contributions to UTO may be mailed to Diocese of Iowa, 225 37th Street, Des Moines, IA 50312 (UTO remittance form). For more information or if you are interested in becoming a UTO Coordinator for your congregation, please contact the Diocesan Coordinator, Kate Rose krose@coe.edu. UTO Ingatherings may be mailed to Diocese of Iowa, 225 37th Street, Des Moines, IA 50312 (UTO remittance form).
 One way to manifest your thankful heart is through UTO. I remember hearing the sound of coins falling on top of coins when my mom would be dropping them in her UTO box. What a great memory I have of her “silently” praying. UTO's mission is to expand the circle of thankful people by encouraging daily prayers, offerings and awareness of the abundance of God’s blessings. UTO originated in 1889 as part of the Women’s Auxiliary to the Board of Missions. Emphasis was on mission work in the U.S. and overseas, and support and training for women working in the church. UTO has grown into a ministry of the whole church – men, women and children. UTO’s vision is to significantly impact the lives of women and children because of Christ’s love. To achieve this vision we will focus particularly on projects that implement significant change toward alleviating profound human suffering that the Millennium Development Goals address. Our work will directly impact the lives of women and children, and will continue our historic mission to address compelling human need and expand the mission and ministry of the church. Our new vision will be reflected in the 2009 UTO grant criteria and awards. More information UTO remittance form |
