Join us for the Endowment Academy, a practical and inspiring learning experience designed to help your church build a strong financial future while faithfully supporting ministry today.
Date: Thursday, April 23
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM (MDT) | 5:00–8:00 PM (PDT & AZ)
Location: Online (Zoom)
What You’ll Gain
By the end of this session, you will:
- Understand how endowments strengthen ministry today and sustain it for the future
- Gain confidence in the legal, financial, and governance principles guiding endowment funds
- Learn how to steward donor gifts with transparency and integrity
- Navigate fund restrictions and make wise decisions when circumstances change
- Discover simple, faithful ways to invite legacy gifts that bless the church for generation
Learn from Experienced Leaders
Hear from trusted leaders across United Methodist foundations, including:
- Kristi Kinnison, Executive Director – Methodists Helping Methodists Foundation
- Anne Green, Executive Director – Desert Southwest United Methodist Foundation
- David Malloy, Executive Director – California-Nevada United Methodist Foundation
- John Woodall, President & CEO – California-Pacific United Methodist Foundation
- Julia Frisbie, Executive Director – Faith Foundation Northwest
Together, they bring deep expertise in stewardship, planned giving, and endowment management to equip your congregation for long-term impact.
Whether you’re a pastor, finance leader, or committed layperson, this Academy will offer practical tools and faithful guidance to help your church thrive.