Foundation News: September 2025

Last chance to earn CEUs – final grant writing webinar tonight!


Don’t miss your opportunity to strengthen your grant writing skills and earn CEU credits! Tonight is the second and final session of our free, two-part webinar series on grant writing, led by IUMF Executive Director Katharine Yarnell.


Join us on Zoom at 7:00 p.m. for Part Two: More Money for Your Church – A Deeper Dive into Grant Writing. If you missed Part One, you can still watch the recording; attending tonight or viewing both sessions later will make you eligible for 0.3 CEU credits.


Register now to receive the Zoom link, or email us at info@iumf.org for details.

Estate planning support: a gift from the Foundation


Planning for the future doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Thanks to our partnership with Johni Hays of Thompson & Associates, the Foundation offers free, confidential estate planning consultation sessions to individuals, couples, and families—no strings attached. Johni will meet with you for one hour per month to help create or update your estate plan. The process generally takes 5-6 sessions, but you can opt out at any time.


Appointments are available now, with several time slots newly opened. To schedule your initial session with Johni, email us at info@iumf.org. Learn more on our website.

Turn your vision into reality with an IUMF building loan


Are you looking to build, remodel, or make key upgrades to your church facilities? IUMF offers building loans to help congregations move from planning to progress.


Qualified projects include:

  • New construction
  • Renovations and remodeling
  • Purchasing land or parsonages
  • Upgrading technology or appliances
  • Improving accessibility


Partner with the Foundation as you grow your church’s mission. To learn more or begin the application process, visit our website or email us at info@iumf.org.

A Smart Way to Give: Donate Stock to Your Church


Looking for a tax-savvy way to support your church? Consider donating stock! The Foundation makes it easy—we’ll handle the transfer at no cost and send the gift directly to your church or its IUMF account. Visit our website to learn more and download the stock gift form today.

More resources

Lewis Center: 10 Ways Consolidation Can Strengthen Your Church's Impact

Thompson & Associates: Donor Relationships: The Heart of Fundraising

Lewis Center: Preaching Our Principles - Not Our Politics

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