Scholarships open through March 1st

Scholarship season is here! IUMF is collecting applications for over 100 scholarships, which will be awarded in the 2025-2026 school year. We encourage all UM students in Iowa to visit our website then click Apply Now to begin. By filling out one application, you will automatically be matched to any scholarships you qualify for!

Spread the word to students in your congregation by sharing our social media posts, or by circulating our 2025 Scholarship Guide.

The application portal will close on March 1st, and all letters of recommendation are due by Friday, March 7th.

Say goodbye to procrastination in 2025

When someone dies intestate (meaning without a valid will), state laws dictate how their assets are distributed. In his recent article, Thompson & Associate's Eddie Thompson explains how delaying the creation of a will can have dire consequences, and shares the stories of some well-known people who died without one (like billionaire Howard Hughes).

Don't let procrastination turn yours into a cautionary tale! IUMF offers free estate planning consultation through Our Gift to You, a partnership with Thompson & Associates and attorney Johni Hays. Learn more and register on our website.

4th Quarter performance now posted

The Foundation's performance numbers for 4th Quarter 2024 are now available, and all account statements have been sent.

We encourage account holders to review these figures alongside their statements each quarter, and to read the full Quarterly Performance Report.

Feel free to reach out anytime to discuss your church's investments or investment strategy. To schedule a meeting, contact us at info@iumf.org or 515-974-8927.

Did you know?

You can use IUMF's Online Giving Tool to donate to:

• Your church (using its six-digit account #)
• Clergy Tribute
• Hunger Relief
• Scholarships
• IUMF (through Friends of the Foundation)

Check it out for your next donation! You will receive confirmation of your gift for tax purposes.

More resources

Lewis Center: 12 Tips for Preaching Online

Thompson & Associates: Estate Planning Paralysis: Indecision, Procrastination, and Over-choice