Virginia United Methodist Foundation

08/31/2026

Love golf? And making a difference? ⛳️
Join us on October 12 for this year's Golf Classic!

Our scramble format makes it fun for golfers of every skill level — whether you've been playing for two years or two decades, you're welcome on the course.

Every swing helps support our grants fund — all proceeds from this year’s tournament will support a special grant to Heart Havens, a ministry with eight group homes in Virginia, empowering adults with developmental disabilities to live and thrive in their community.

Register today: https://tinyurl.com/56dwpsde

08/25/2026

Asher’s story is just one example of how our grant recipient Shineforth ministers to youth in Virginia.

Finding a healthy relationship with a trusted adult had not come easy for Asher when she was young, but at Shineforth’s Charterhouse School, she took advantage of opportunities to create healthy relationships that made a lasting impact.

Asher’s advice to others? “It’s going to get better. It just takes time.”
https://youtu.be/OrE2LqpsxEQ?si=mMi3fCPENSueY2Af

Asher recently graduated from Shineforth’s Charterhouse School (CHS...

08/20/2026

Less Time on Finances. More Time for Ministry.
Is outsourced accounting a viable solution for your church?

As churches face growing demands related to staffing, compliance, financial reporting and stewardship, many leaders are exploring whether outsourced financial services could be part of a sustainable solution.

Join the Foundation on Tuesday, September 1 for this practical webinar featuring Thomas James of Eklessia Financial. Together, we’ll examine the opportunities, challenges and key considerations of outsourced bookkeeping, fund accounting, payroll and financial reporting.

It’s free, and space is limited, so register now to secure your spot!

https://lnkd.in/ey_xkEPb

08/19/2026

Don't miss this opportunity for your ministry!

The Foundation's 2026-27 grants season* is now officially open, and you can begin the application process by submitting a letter of intent (LOI):

https://tinyurl.com/484r2b5m

This new online platform streamlines the process, saving you time and energy.

• More information and grant guidelines are available on our website: https://tinyurl.com/3a2x7v25

* The Foundation's grants program is now part of the Foundery Endowment and has been renamed the Foundery Annual Fund.

08/11/2026

Be encouraged by the stories of an exciting new UMC church plant and opportunities to give back in the Foundation’s summer edition of our quarterly newsletter:

https://tinyurl.com/3b3s3jry

08/06/2026

When people see how their generosity is changing lives, they're inspired to give with greater purpose.

Discover practical ways to transform your church's offering into a meaningful moment of discipleship. In this Foundation training video, Erica Allen and Weston Williams of Horizons Stewardship share simple strategies for connecting giving with real ministry impact and helping your congregation see generosity as participation in God's work.

Watch now:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uw2A_jVfk7A

08/03/2026

Last Chance to Sign up for Tomorrow's Webinar on Best Practices in Stewardship!

How Can You Make the Offering Moment Matter?

Join the Foundation for this free, practical webinar featuring Erica Allen and Weston Williams of Horizons Stewardship. Together, we'll explore simple strategies for transforming the offering into a meaningful moment of discipleship by sharing impact stories, highlighting ministry outcomes, and helping congregations see giving as an opportunity to participate in God’s work.

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
11 a.m. to noon

https://tinyurl.com/5hxex7kr

Transform the Offering into a Meaningful Moment of Discipleship When people can see how their giving is changing lives and advancing God’s Kingdom, they are more likely to give generously and engage more deeply in the church’s mission. Yet many congregations miss opportunities to connect offerin...

07/30/2026

🐦EARLY BIRD RATES END TOMORROW, JULY 31!

Love golf? And making a difference? ⛳
Join us on October 12 for this year's Golf Classic!

Our scramble format makes it fun for golfers of every skill level — whether you've been playing for two years or two decades, you're welcome on the course.

Every swing helps support our grants fund — all proceeds from this year’s tournament will support a special grant to Heart Havens, a ministry with eight group homes in Virginia, empowering adults with developmental disabilities to live and thrive in their community.

Register today and save: https://tinyurl.com/56dwpsde

07/20/2026

Take Control of Your Money. Strengthen Your Faith.

Join us for a 7-part webinar series on managing personal finances. The Saving Grace series provides tools to help with managing, giving, saving, spending and debt. The Christian-based program offers realistic, real-world tips, perspectives and approaches to implementing the best practices in managing finances.

The course will be held Tuesdays from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m., starting August 18 and running through September 29, 2026.

https://vaumfoundation.org/2026/07/16/saving-grace-fall-2026/

07/16/2026

Love golf? And making a difference? ⛳

Join us on October 12 for this year's Golf Classic! Our scramble format makes it fun for golfers of every skill level — whether you've been playing for two years or two decades, you're welcome on the course.

Every swing helps support the our grants fund — all proceeds from this year’s tournament will support a special grant to Heart Havens, a ministry with eight group homes in Virginia, empowering adults with developmental disabilities to live and thrive in their community.

Register today: https://tinyurl.com/56dwpsde