The Florida United Methodist Foundation is proud to announce that we have once again been certified by the Centre for Fiduciary Excellence (CEFEX)—marking the seventh consecutive year of achieving this prestigious recognition.
CEFEX certification is considered the global gold standard for fiduciary practices. It demonstrates that the Foundation consistently adheres to the highest standards of stewardship, accountability, and transparency in managing the resources entrusted to us. The certification process involves an independent, annual audit of our policies, procedures, and investment practices, ensuring that we faithfully serve our churches, ministries, and donors with integrity and excellence.
“Our mission is to support and empower the growth of Christian ministry across Florida,” said Ed New, President & CEO of the Foundation. “This certification affirms that we are managing over $240 million in assets with the kind of responsibility and care that our churches and donors deserve. It’s about trust—and ensuring that every decision we make reflects our commitment to the Kingdom.”
The Foundation is one of only a handful of faith-based financial organizations in the country to hold this certification. Achieving it for six straight years underscores our long-term dedication to providing reliable savings and loan programs, investment opportunities, and endowment management that align with best-in-class fiduciary standards.
By maintaining CEFEX certification year after year, the Foundation continues to show that we are not just a financial institution—we are a trusted partner in ministry, helping to build a legacy of generosity that will bless future generations.