Awards and Certifications
In its 50+ years of existence, the social justice program at MVUC was recognized for its active involvement in the larger community. Below, please find a listing of the most outstanding awards and certifications MVUC received since the 60s, in descending order, with the most recent awards listed first.-Mid-Size Congregation Social Justice Award
2011, awarded by the Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice (UUSJ) for the overall quality and diversity of the program
- Outstanding UU Award
2011, awarded to Joan Darrah, chair of the Board of trustees, by the Joseph Priestley District, in recognition of her work to repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell, as well as numerous other contributions to the life of the church.
- Stewardship for Partnership Award
2010, awarded to Lisa Gillispie, chair of the Partner Church Committee, by the Unitarian Universalist Partner Church Council, in recognition of her contributions to promote and enhance the Partner Church program.
- Commendation from the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Virginia 2009; awarded to MVUC for its efforts in social justice and as an expression of GA's admiration for MVUC's achievements.
- Bennett Award for Congregational Action on Human Justice and Social Action
2008, awarded by the Unitarian Universalist Association, in recognition of outstanding work for social justice.
- Green Sanctuary Certification
2008, awarded by the Unitarian Universalist Ministry for Earth, in recognition of the completion of requirements for Green Sanctuary status.
- Wildlife Habitat Certification
2008, awarded by the Naturalist and National Wildlife Federation.
- VIC-HOP Certificate of Recognition
2008, awarded by Ventures in Community Hypothermia Project [VIC-HOP], for services to the homeless shelter.
- Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy Certificate of Recognition
2007, awarded by the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy.
- VIC-HOP Certificate of Recognition
2007, awarded by the Ventures in Community Hypothermia Project [VIC-HOP], for services to the homeless shelter.
- VIC-HOP Certificate of Recognition
2006, awarded by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, in recognition of service to Ventures in Community Hypothermia Project [VIC-HOP].
- Blood Donor Services Certificate of Recognition
2006, awarded by INOVA Blood Donor Program for sponsoring life-saving blood drives.
- Answered Prayer Award
2005, awarded by United Community Ministries [UCM], for unsolicited support and services.
- Adopt-A-Minefield Certificate of Merit
2001, awarded by the United Nations Association for MVUC contributions toward the removal of landmines in Mozambique.
- Adopt-A-Minefield Certificate of Merit
2001, awarded by the United Nations Association for MVUC contributions toward the removal of landmines throughout the world.
- Certificate of Appreciation
2001, awarded by United Community Ministries
- The Helen L. Fogg Award
1997, awarded by the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee [UUSC], in recognition of generous support for the UUSC work throughout the world.
- Certificate of Appreciation
1997, awarded by United Community Ministries
- Route One Corridor Housing Certificate of Appreciation
1991, awarded for services to the homeless at Mondloch House and the Eleanor U. Kennedy Shelter.
- Blood Donor Program Certificate of Commendation
1990, awarded by the Fairfax Hospital System Blood Donor Program, for volunteer contributions to a lifesaving community service.
- Blood Donor Salute and Honor
1989, awarded by Fairfax Hospital Association for outstanding support of the Blood Donor Program.
- Blood Donor Salute and Honor
1988, awarded by Fairfax Hospital Association for outstanding support of the Blood Donor Program.
- Blood Donor Salute and Honor
1987, awarded by Fairfax Hospital Association for outstanding support of the Blood Donor Program.
- Blood Donor Salute and Honor
1986, awarded by Fairfax Hospital Association for outstanding support of the Blood Donor Program.
- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Life Membership
1973, presented to MVUC Social Action Committee for its work in the field.
- Holmes Weatherly Award
1962, awarded by the Unitarian Fellowship for Social Justice, for courage and devotion during summer 1961, when MVUC was subject to a campaign of harassment and intimidation for hosting of a three-week workshop on inter-racial training by the Congress of Racial Equality [CORE]
