New Chief Operating Officer brings familiarity, passion to role

Rev. Dr. Glenn Kinken will join the Foundation staff as Chief Operating Officer, bringing management expertise and a zeal for innovation to a place he knows well.

Children have a place to learn, play and grow at AC2025

The Foundation is pleased to sponsor The Neighbor Way Camp for Kids, a family-friendly option during the 2025 Annual Conference in Lake Junaluska.

Best wishes to a cherished colleague and friend

As she leaves the Foundation to move closer to family, Susan Cothern offers a word of thanks.

Board gives thanks for leadership, growth and fruitful ministry

There was a special tribute for outgoing board chair Anne Martin, whose steadying presence proved invaluable as the Foundation navigated post-pandemic recovery, disaffiliation and accompanying challenges.

Disciplined approach protects, grows your investment dollars

We are committed to maintaining discipline, balance, and, most importantly, a long-term focus in the decisions we make on your behalf.

The response continues: Lifting up our neighbors after Helene

As Western North Carolina moves toward the recovery stage, the Foundation is walking alongside partners – ensuring they have resources to fulfill God’s promise of deliverance.

Strong investment returns mean more ministry for those we serve

The Foundation’s four managed investment funds outperformed their respective benchmarks, resulting in a year of strong returns for our clients.

New study helps re-imagine ministry in changing contexts

How do we answer God’s call when everything around us is changing so rapidly? The Foundation presents a study for churches navigating cultural, institutional change.

Year-end giving: Insights to help you and your church be prepared

If you have church members who wish to donate appreciated stock, the Foundation will liquidate these gifts for you at no cost.

Budget reflects Foundation’s call to be a steadying partner

A 10% tithe reflects the Foundation’s commitment to the future of the United Methodist Church. Among the priorities are support for Helene recovery.

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.