United Methodist Women

The United Methodist Women of the Illinois Great Rivers Conference of The United Methodist Church are the foundation of everything we do at Cunningham Children's Home.

We thank you for your support, and hope that the information contained within this section will be of use to you.

Kids' Needs First Items at District Meetings
Cunningham relies on the efforts of UMW Units who collect needed items for our kids each fall and spring. Download a copy of the Kids' Needs First List to learn what your district has been asked to collect.

Spirited Servant Awards
UMW Units are invited to nominate themselves for this special recognition of the dedicated and spirited service of your members. Learn more and access nomination/report forms on our Spirited Servant page.

Calling all Quilters, Crafters, and Volunteers!
Cunningham Children's Home and the Festival of Quilts organizing committee are seeking volunteers and donations of quilts and hand-crafted items for the Festival. For more information, see the Festival of Quilts page.

Encourage your pastor to participate in Mission Day With Cunningham.
Confirmation classes and youth groups are invited to really get to know Cunningham–who we are, why we exist, what we do, and how we do our ministry–through a variety of activities. Young people have an opportunity to meet some of our Cunningham kids and participate in self-reflection about ways they can be active in mission and uphold their confirmation commitment. Participation in this event counts toward your unit's Spirited Servant Award. See the Mission Day page for more information.