Events
Latest Information
Find out about our January mini-training day here.
Click here for an overview of deadlines and program dates for 2025-2026.
Looking for formation materials after Lent? Look no further, free resources are here.
Our new material ordering page is ready for use! Please note that we have sent our last shipments for 2025 but are taking orders for January. Order your UTO materials here.
December
5
Friday, December 5, 2025
Final Day to Email Draft Applications for 2026
If you would like help with your 2026 UTO grant application prior to Christmas break, please email it by the end of the day on December 5th to Heather. She will send back revision suggestions by December 9th. After this time, please submit your draft application (along with budget and timeline) via the portal on the apply page.
December
10
December 10, 2025 through January 4, 2026
UTO Office Closed for Christmas and New Year’s Day
Heather will be on vacation during this time and not responding to emails or calls. Thank you for your patience while awaiting a response.
December
12
Friday, December 12, 2025
Deadline to Postmark Ingathering Checks
Please be sure to get your 2025 UTO Ingathering Check in the mail in order to be counted this year. Click on the link below for online giving or the address for mailing checks.
January
16
Friday, January 16, 2026
Deadline to order printed 2026 Lenten Materials
If you would like printed Lenten materials shipped to you, you must order by January 16. Orders for formation materials placed after this date will receive materials after Easter.
January
9
Friday, January 9, 2026 @ 5p Eastern Time
Initial Deadline for 2026 UTO Grant Applications
from the Anglican Communion or those Needing Translation Support
If you are planning to apply for funding in the 2026 Grant Process from the Anglican Communion or if you’d like to apply in French or Spanish, please submit your application, budget, and timeline by this date.
January
10
Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11a Eastern time
Julia Chester Emery Feast Day and Mini-Training
Join us for a mini-training day where we’ll learn about the history of UTO and the work of the current Board. There will be time for feedback as well as an extra thirty minutes for those leading UTO at the Diocesan level.
January
16
Friday. January 16, 2026
Deadline to Order Lenten Formation Kits
Order your Lenten kits by January 16th for shipping by January 30th. If you miss the deadline, please email Heather to see if there are extra materials available or you can download them for free.
January
30
Friday, January 30, 2026 @ 5p Eastern Time
Initial Deadline for 2026 UTO Grant Applications
from The Episcopal Church
If you are planning to apply for funding in the 2026 Grant Process from The Episcopal Church, please submit your application, budget, and timeline by this date.
February
6
Friday, February 6, 2026 @ 5p Eastern Time
Final Deadline for 2026 UTO Grant Applications
from the Anglican Communion or those Needing Translation Support
If you are planning to apply for funding in the 2026 Grant Process from the Anglican Communion or if you’d like to apply in French or Spanish, please submit your complete application by 5p Eastern time today. Incomplete applications will not be considered for funding.
February
27
Friday, February 27, 2026 @ 5p Eastern Time
Final Deadline for 2026 UTO Grant Applications
from The Episcopal Church
If you are planning to apply for funding in the 2026 Grant Process from The Episcopal Church, please submit your complete application by 5p Eastern time today. Incomplete applications will not be considered for funding.
March
1
Sunday, March 1, 2026
2025 UTO Grant Extension Requests Due
If you received a grant in 2025 and need more time to complete your project, you need to submit a request for an extension. Please use the link below to learn more and submit your request.
March
20
Friday. March 20, 2026
Deadline to Order Spring/Summer Formation Kits
Order your Spring/Summer kits by March 20th for shipping by April 17th. If you miss the deadline, please email Heather to see if there are extra materials available or you can download them for free.
August
1
Saturday, August 1, 2026
2025 UTO Grant Final Reports Due
If you received a grant in 2025, your final report is due. Please use the link below to learn more and submit your report.
UTO E-Newsletter
Sign up to receive monthly news about the United Thank Offering – current events, grant site updates, and more!
Register Your Parish
Register your parish with UTO to access perks and help us keep in contact.
Keep Connected
Please fill out this form if you are a new UTO Coordinator or if you are transitioning out of leadership.