Virginia United Methodist Foundation

Fun times were had by all at our annual Golf Classic, held this week at a course east of Richmond! The weather remained stable, despite cloudy skies, and 16 teams joined forces to raise funds for the new grantmaking cooperative, a joint initiative between the Foundation and the Conference. Thanks to all who participated! Find out who won in the photo gallery...   #golfclassic #grants #vaumf #vaumc #umchurches

What’s the best way to ask your church members to give? Our VP of Investments and Lending Chris Allen shares his insight in this short #MoneyMonday video. #MoneyMonday #increasegiving #ShowImpact #umchurches #churchfinances #vaumf

If you’d like to maximize investments for the short or mid-range future, one option is this investment strategy: a certificate ladder. Some churches use it as a tool to create a steady stream of recurring fund availability. Learn how it works in this short #MoneyMonday video from our VP of Investments and Lending Chris Allen: https://lnkd.in/emiNxUwS #MoneyMonday #WiseInvesting #investingtips #certificateladder #umchurches #churchfinances #vaumf #devco

To expand our philanthropy program, the Foundation met with leaders from the Virginia United Methodist Conference at a Bishop’s retreat to discuss needs and the future focus for supporting UMC churches in Virginia. More info on how we can support your church to follow soon! #vaumf #foundation #philanthropy https://lnkd.in/gF-n4y5

There's still time to sign up for this year's 5th Annual Golf Classic at Brickshire Golf Club on October 13th. All proceeds will benefit our new grantmaking cooperative with the VAUMC, which provides funding to dozens of UMC churches in Virginia. Sign up as a team or individual: https://lnkd.in/eTkaEVWQ #golfclassic #golftournament #vaumf #grants

Register for Saving Grace Webinar Series For all Virginia Conference clergy – Earn 1.0 CEU while learning how to coach your congregation in matters of financial management and giving in this 7-week course, taking place Wednesday afternoons from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m., September 24 through November 5, 2025. https://lnkd.in/eJFZQjdv #savinggrace #WebinarSeries #finances #personalfinances

If you love playing golf for a worthy cause, join us for this year’s tournament on October 13th. It's a scramble format, so whether you've played for two years or two decades, all players are welcome! https://lnkd.in/eTkaEVWQ All proceeds will support the new grants collective, a joint initiative between the VAUMC and the Foundation. #GolfClassic #golftournament #vaumf #Grants

Last Call to Save on This Year’s Golf Classic If you love playing golf for a worthy cause, join us for this year’s tournament on October 13th. Early bird pricing ends on Thursday, July 31st, so register now to save $20 on a single player and $80 for a team! https://lnkd.in/eTkaEVWQ All proceeds will support the new grants collective, a joint initiative between the VAUMC and the Foundation. #golfclassic #golftournament #vaumf #grants

The Foundation staff wishes all of our friends and clients a happy celebration of our nation’s birth! Happy 249th to the United States of America!! #4thofJuly #independenceday2025 #IndependenceDay #vaumf

The Foundation is thrilled to welcome our new president, the Rev. Dr. Steven J. Summers, ACC, EQPC! He’s written a special message to you, our friends and clients. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e3ZGyS8N #vaumf #DEVCO #vaumfoundation #vaumdevco