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Texas Methodist Foundation honors Tom Locke with Medallion of Merit

News: Jan 17, 2023

Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) recently awarded its Medallion of Merit, the organization’s highest honor, to Tom Locke in recognition of his pivotal 33-year role as TMF president

Rev. Lisa Greenwood selected as next president of Texas Methodist Foundation and Wesleyan Investive

News: Aug 9, 2022

On August 8, the Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) and Wesleyan Investive Boards of Directors elected the Rev. Lisa Greenwood as president of the two organizations. Greenwood succeeds Tom Locke.

Texas Methodist Foundation Awards $1.2 Million in Grant Funding to 49 nonprofits

News: Jun 21, 2022

Spring 2022 Grant Recipients served in one of four areas of focus, improving the condition of those living in poverty, outreach, community programs and services, and need-based scholarships.

Influencing from the Edge

News: May 3, 2022

Sam Hodges from Methodist News interviewed President Tom Locke about his incredible tenure at TMF and our leadership as an edge organization.

Wesleyan Investive Awards $200,000 to Spiritual Entrepreneurs

News: Mar 29, 2022

Four Innovative Leaders to be Honored at a Virtual Event on Sunday, May 22

TMF End-of-year Update Q&A with President Tom Locke

News: Mar 17, 2022

We are pleased to offer this interim report on the 2021 financial results for TMF. The detailed 2021 impact report will be distributed in April, after the auditors’ final report has been submitted and approved by the finance committee of our board.

Six Distinguished Leaders Join TMF Board

News: Dec 2, 2021

The Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) announced six new board members who will each help support the organization’s work “to empower the Church in the achievement of its God-appointed mission.”

President Tom Locke announces plans to retire in 2022

News: Nov 30, 2021

Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) President Tom Locke has announced he will retire in 2022 after 33 years with the organization.

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Texas Methodist Foundation Announces Daniel Park as Loan Officer to Serve Churches and Nonprofits Across Texas and New Mexico

News: Jun 7, 2023

Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) has deepened its ability to serve the unique needs of churches with the addition of Daniel Park as Loan Officer. Daniel will play a leading role in managing accounts, helping clients continue to grow their churches and ministries.

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Flexing Muscles of Vitality and Wholeness

News: May 11, 2022

Using a cohort-based model, TMF gathered congregations by affinity to learn and experience the five adaptive muscles through C3.

Building a Legacy Through Gifts of Stock

News: May 31, 2022

Faithbridge raised 5% of their Legacy Campaign through gifts of stock to support building a state-of-the-art space that is convertible, allowing for more traditional services in a chapel-like environment and youth worship in a trendy loft-type space.

Funding Hope in the Fight Against Childhood Cancer

News: Sep 2, 2022

Candlelighters provides financial, psychosocial, and therapeutic programs to address the holistic needs families have during pediatric cancer. This year Candlelighters received a TMF grant to help fund their work.

2023 Tax Seminars

News: Jan 31, 2023

The Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) is offering seminars for clergy and church staff for laity participating in the financial management of the local church.

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Texas Methodist Foundation Grant Recipients Make Positive Social Impacts through Innovative Faith-based Initiatives

News: Jun 15, 2023

Spring 2023 grant recipients are engaged in faith-based initiatives, making a positive impact on communities in poverty by directly serving individuals and strengthening social fabric.

Texas Methodist Foundation Names Pamela A. Gray as Director of Philanthropy

News: Oct 17, 2023

Spring 2023 grant recipients are engaged in faith-based initiatives, making a positive impact on communities in poverty by directly serving individuals and strengthening social fabric.

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Texas Methodist Foundation Expands Lending Team to Meet the Growing Needs of Churches and Nonprofit Ministries

News: Jan 9, 2024

The Texas Methodist Foundation is expanding its investment in growing the church with the addition of Chris Miller as vice president of lending and Douglas Cotner as senior loan officer. Building on the Texas Methodist Foundation’s 85 years as a trusted financial and leadership partner helping to bring about the loving world God imagines, Miller and Cotner will continue to increase the Texas Methodist Foundation’s role as an essential partner supporting the vitality and impact of churches and nonprofit ministries across Texas and New Mexico.

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Texas Methodist Foundation Fall 2023 Grant Recipients Empower Individuals and Lift Up Communities

News: Feb 13, 2024

Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) has awarded $440,000 to 42 churches, schools, and nonprofit organizations during its Fall 2023 grant cycle. This cycle’s recipients are making positive social impacts through innovative faith-based initiatives that are lifting up communities by focusing on the personal and financial wellbeing of individuals and families in those communities.

Cy-Hope Lives into its God-Sized Dream of Bringing Hope to At-Risk Children

News: Feb 26, 2024

Rallying the entire Cypress, Texas community to transform childhoods, making life better for its children, Cy-Hope provides counseling, fine arts programs, access to food in and out of school, and a hope-filled Christian summer camp experience for underserved youth.

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2023 Texas Methodist Foundation Impact Report

News: Apr 25, 2024

On behalf of Texas Methodist Foundation, we’d like to share with you stories of impact we are making together, emboldening cultures of purpose, generosity, and courage for the world God imagines.

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Texas Methodist Foundation's Grants Ministry Awards $900,000 to 40 Churches and Nonprofits Across Texas and New Mexico

News: Jun 5, 2024

Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) grants $900,000 to 40 churches and nonprofits across Texas and New Mexico during its Spring 2024 grant cycle. Each grantee nourishes its community through innovative and impactful initiatives that uplift individuals and families.

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Lydia Patterson Institute Nurtures Students Leading Transformative Lives

News: Jun 18, 2024

Each morning, Lydia Patterson Institute (LPI) students wake up before the sun rises in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, and cross the border into El Paso, Texas, to go to school. In the process, these students courageously change the trajectory of their lives and their families’ lives forever.

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Texas Methodist Foundation Names Kean Tonetti as Director of Gift Planning

News: Sep 12, 2024

Kean Tonetti has been named director of gift planning at Texas Methodist Foundation. She has nearly 20 years of experience in charitable giving, estate planning, and nonprofit consulting that will support Wesleyan Impact Partners’ and Texas Methodist Foundation’s mission to empower churches, foundations, and nonprofit ministries now and into the future.

Joyful Ministry Helps Those With Dementia and Their Families Live Lives with Purpose and Hope

News: Sep 26, 2024

Twenty-eight years ago, Rev. Dean Robinson, a minister at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Houston, offered just that loving hand. He knew the struggles and debilitating impact of a loved one's memory loss. His experience inspired him to create Amazing Place.

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Texas Methodist Foundation Announces Rev. Alicia Forde as Director of Formation

News: Nov 19, 2024

Texas Methodist Foundation announces the addition of Rev. Alicia Forde, a nationally recognized church leader who will inspire clergy and laity across the Wesleyan ecosystem.

Texas Methodist Foundation Announces Bishop Gregory Palmer as Senior Advisor

News: Nov 20, 2024

Bishop Palmer will work closely with Rev. Lisa Greenwood, president and chief executive officer, and the executive team to shape initiatives to establish and deepen relationships with leaders and ministries across the Wesleyan ecosystem.

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Envisioning the Church as a Healing Hub

News: Dec 16, 2024

Women with Entrepreneurial Spirit (WES) is a multiracial, multigenerational leadership cohort committed to Spirit-led work through art ministries, economic justice, church revitalization, and innovation, creating a world where all can thrive.

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News: Jan 3, 2024

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Creating Space for God in a Generational Church

News: Apr 12, 2024

A&M United Methodist Church has built a thriving generational congregation in College Station, Texas.

Expressing a Generous Spirit

News: Sep 2, 2024

Cathy Bell never imagined herself as a philanthropist.

Supporting Families Facing Childhood Cancer

News: Feb 1, 2023

Candlelighters of West Texas and New Mexico is there for families who have received the worst news you can imagine as a parent – that your child has cancer.

Launching Spiritual Innovators Across the Country

News: Feb 5, 2024

Launch 3.0 was an energetic and inspired three-day event.

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Texas Methodist Foundation's Grants Ministry Awards $975,000 to 59 Churches and Nonprofits Across Texas and New Mexico

News: Jan 16, 2025

Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) grants $975,000 to 59 churches and nonprofits across Texas and New Mexico during its Fall 2024 grant cycle.

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See the Beauty So You Can Seed the Beauty

News: Apr 10, 2025

As a facilitator for Texas Methodist Foundation’s Courageous Congregations Collaborative, Rev. Escamilla feels humbled to help leaders see the beauty once again of what’s possible in their church and community to live the Gospel life in new and fresh expressions.

2024 Texas Methodist Foundation Impact Report

News: Apr 23, 2025

On behalf of Texas Methodist Foundation, we’d like to share with you stories of impact we are making together, emboldening cultures of purpose, generosity, and courage for the world God imagines.

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Texas Methodist Foundation Names Brandon Perry as Vice President of Lending

News: May 8, 2025

Throughout his career, Perry has used his expertise in multiple financial products and services to provide comprehensive lending strategies to help organizations achieve their financial goals.

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