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.
Jesus understood emotional intelligence. We can, too.
For church leaders, emotional intelligence may hold the key to healthier relationships, stronger teams — and, ultimately, greater success in fulfilling God’s vision for the world.
Welcome, SEJ Association of United Methodist Foundations
The Foundation will host the 2024 Meeting of the Southeastern Jurisdiction of United Methodist Foundations April 21-23, 2024.
From the Investment Team: What we see in the markets
The Investment Team offers a brief commentary on the state of the financial markets and expresses gratitude for your partnership.
Foundation welcomes ‘one of our biggest cheerleaders’
For many years, Caroline has been a friend and supporter of the Foundation, having served on the Board of Directors in an ex-officio capacity while on Conference staff.
From the rubble, a small town church finds renewed purpose
Six months after a wall collapse left the sanctuary in ruins, the 100-year-old congregation finds itself in a most unlikely season of revival.
Christmas songs that warm our hearts, stir our memories
Foundation staff members share selections for a Christmas playlist.
Opioids afflict his community. Pastor’s mission is to bring hope.
In a part of the state struggling with opioids, a United Methodist pastor ministers to people recovering from addiction. His work as a licensed substance abuse counselor inspired him to take action.