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Continuous Relationships

After a year of unprecedented challenge and change, compounded by uncertainty in our denomination, we at TMF want you to know that we are here for you now and that you can count on us to be there for you in the future.

Cascading Conversations

When FUMC Seguin originally created their foundation as a separate 501(c)(3), they were unaware of the time commitment managing it would require.

Hugs and Generous Hearts

For John and his wife Jana, one of the perks of starting a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) with TMF was supporting the Asbury House Child Enrichment Center for years to come. Their DAF will also support Grace Crossing UMC where John is the founding pastor.

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TMF is Launching a Leadership Ministry Podcast with a Series Approach

TMF is launching a new podcast with a series approach to invite church leaders into deeper conversations around innovation, courage, and resilience. The first series, Reservoirs of Resilience, will include six episodes...

Grief and Grace

“The pandemic has been an extremely personal experience for us,” Pastor Kefentse Risher said with a pause. “In fact, I would say 2020 felt unpredictable. We lost multiple people and watched many in our congregation contract COVID...”

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TMF invests $500,000 in funding for racial justice efforts

The Texas Methodist Foundation (TMF) announced today a $500,000 investment in six nonprofits and one new initiative, based on recommendations from the TMF Racial Justice Task Force.

Bound with Them

“Women in prison are not alone; we are bound with them,” Hannah shared. “Our organization helps women who are incarcerated and transitioning out of prison. Many feel isolated and hopeless, but we believe our ministry can help them thrive.”

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2021 Tax Seminars

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

Facing a Curveball

When a mother and her children experience homelessness, more often than not they have also experienced domestic abuse. It is an intimate and unfortunate connection.