Justice

We are engaged in our community! Join us to be part of our community pantry and gardens, our Austin scholars award program, and more. Follow us on Facebook. We work with numerous community partners, including:

• Faith in Place

• UU Prison Ministry of Illinois

• UU Advocacy Network of Illinois (UUANI)

• Live Free

• Leaders Network and more. 

Community Gardens

Our gardens help build community, increase access to healthy food, and support our community pantry. Follow us on Facebook.

Community Pantry

Since 2020, the community pantry offers free food, personal care, and household items for and with members of our community. To make a financial contribution visit HERE and select “Mayfield Community Pantry.” Thank you!

Austin Scholars Awards Program

Since 1974, our Austin Scholars Program has awarded college scholar awards to high school seniors who live or go to school in the Austin community. The ASAP website can be found here.

UU Prison Ministry of Illinois

UUPMI equips UU congregations throughout the state to ​transform institutions and support people harmed by the prison industrial complex. We participate in the prison ministry pen pal program, and advocacy efforts to work for transformative justice. Learn more HERE.

Central Austin Neighborhood Association (CANA)

Unitarian Universalist Advocacy Network of Illinois (UUANI)

We are active in UUANI - putting our deepest values into effective action! UUANI works collectively with partner organizations to advocate for justice, beloved community, and a healthy planet. 

Leaders Network

We are active members of the westside Leaders Network - dedicated to creating flourishing communities with independent leadership, economic justice and equal educational opportunities for all.

Community of Congregations

We are an active member of this interfaith organization serving the greater west side of Chicago. Learn more HERE.