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We are pleased to share the Florida United Methodist Foundation’s 2025 Annual Report. This report reflects a year of faithful stewardship, meaningful ministry impact, and continued commitment to our mission of supporting and empowering the growth of Christian ministry. Throughout the year, we were blessed to partner with churches, ministries, clergy, and individuals across Florida […]

Recently, we recognized and celebrated two remarkable members of the Florida United Methodist Foundation Board of Directors as they concluded their nine years of dedicated service: Larry Hannah and Bill Frye. Throughout his tenure, Bill faithfully served on both the Scholarship & Grants Committee and the Investment Committee, helping guide decisions that have supported students,

This year’s Sinclair Scholarship recipients have undertaken missions to other states and destinations around the globe. They are compassionate and want to use their gifts to serve others in clinical psychology, ordained ministry, healthcare and advocacy. Administered by the Florida United Methodist Foundation and founded with generous funding from the late Allen and Carson Sinclair,

This year marks a remarkable milestone in the life of the Florida United Methodist Foundation: 60 years of supporting and empowering the growth of Christian ministry. Since our founding in 1966, the Foundation has been privileged to walk alongside churches, ministries, clergy, and faithful individuals throughout Florida. What began as a vision to strengthen the

As churches and ministry organizations continue to navigate staffing, compliance, and financial stewardship, many are considering whether outsourced financial services might be part of a faithful and effective approach. In this 60-minute webinar, Steve Williams of Cintak will help frame the conversation by exploring key considerations related to outsourced bookkeeping, fund accounting, payroll, and financial

As we closed the first quarter of 2026, markets continued to reflect a complex mix of optimism, uncertainty, and ongoing volatility. Investors entered the year encouraged by moderating inflation and expectations surrounding interest rates, yet concerns surrounding economic growth, global trade pressures, and geopolitical uncertainty continue to create uneven market conditions across sectors. During periods

On Monday, April 20, we had the privilege of hosting a one-day retirement workshop for clergy across the Florida Conference who are preparing to step into this next season of life. It was a thoughtful and encouraging day focused on financial readiness, practical planning, and—just as importantly—what a faithful and fulfilling retirement can look like.

Trinity Church has become a vibrant and growing presence in the community, expanding from just 15 members to 60+ over the past eight years under the leadership of Pastor Granardo Felix. This growth reflects not only strong leadership but also the diverse talents within the congregation, which have helped the church flourish in meaningful ways.

For many churches, summer can feel like an in-between season—attendance shifts, programs slow, and routines change. But rather than viewing summer as a lull, it may be one of the most strategic opportunities in the life of a church. When the pace eases (even just a little), clarity has room to grow. Summer offers space

Recent market activity has reminded us that volatility is not an exception—it is a normal part of long-term investing. Interest rate uncertainty, inflation pressures, and global dynamics continue to create short-term fluctuations across both equity and fixed income markets. While these movements can feel unsettling, they also reinforce the importance of a disciplined, long-term approach.