The United Methodist Committee on Relief – UMCOR
As the humanitarian relief and development arm of The United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Committee on Relief – UMCOR – assists United Methodists and churches to become involved globally in direct ministry to persons in need. UMCOR comes alongside those who suffer from natural or human-caused disasters nationally and globally – famine, hurricane, war, flood, fire or other events—to alleviate suffering and serve as a source of help and hope for the vulnerable. UMCOR provides relief, response and long-term recovery grants when events overwhelm a community’s ability to recover on their own. UMCOR provides technical support and training for partners to address emerging and ongoing issues related to disaster relief, recovery, and long-term health and development. Additionally, UMCOR supports migrants through legal and humanitarian support, as well as through global advocacy. Because of the church’s administrative support, fully 100% of every penny donated to UMCOR goes directly to the designated cause. St. Matthew’s supports UMCOR with money and relief kits.
Through our annual Fuel Jar campaign, we’ve provided money to help people in the Acton, Boxboro and Maynard areas with bills such as utility and rent.