How the Foundation is answering God’s call after Helene
This is how we fulfill our mission to build the Church for generations to come and live out John Wesley’s rule to do all the good we can.
‘Seek the welfare of your city:’ Clergy find lessons in Indianapolis
Clergy encountered two very different ministries with similar visions for what love and justice should look like.
Hispanic clergy seek ideas, inspiration on trip to Texas
In San Antonio, a group of Hispanic clergy from the Western North Carolina Conference are seeing how grassroots ministries reach people with the love of Christ.
The Foundation stands with you, now and for the long-term
We are prepared to walk this journey with you in the months ahead. Through God’s grace and the strength of our Connection, we will find the way toward brighter days.
In a time of social drift, can we rediscover what it means to be a good neighbor?
The Good Neighbor Experiment sparks social connection at a time when too many live in loneliness and isolation.
Board welcomes new class, give thanks for continued growth
Board members welcomed three new members, gave thanks for continued investment growth and previewed initiatives for the second half of the year.
Celebrating 25 years of Reynolds Program in Church Leadership
The Foundation will celebrate this milestone in a special way -- by lifting up stories of lives changed and Kingdom-building enabled.
Foundation earns highest rating for financial management
Independent auditors at Foard and Company have given (graded, if you will) the Foundation’s financial stewardship the highest rating (an unqualified opinion).
With lower threshold, church loans serve wider range of needs
Church loans are now available for as low as $50,000, a change that enables the Foundation's UMF Development Fund Loan Program to better respond to the needs of those it serves.
Tomorrow’s leaders serving in your church today
The Foundation partners with individuals, families and other funders to provide scholarships for students pursuing their dreams through higher education. Meet some of this year's recipients.
How a simple invitation led to an ‘amazing’ ministry for local youth
What began with an invitation to use the church gym has blossomed into Spark After Dark, a ministry that attracts a crowd every week for basketball, a community meal and faith-based activities.
Foundation brings steadying influence as UMC looks to future
A gift presented at Annual Conference underscores the Foundation's commitment to be part of the bright future God has in mind for the people called Methodists.