DSUMF Newsletter October 15, 2025

DSUMF Newsletter October 15, 2025 Next week, October 20 to 26, is Estate Planning Awareness Week.  That may be of particular interest to us as Methodists, since the Book of Discipline asks each church to “Emphasize the need for adults of all ages to have a will and an...

DSUMF Newsletter September 17, 2025

DSUMF Newsletter September 17, 2025 September is an odd month.  It used to be the start of school, but now school starts in August.  We used to think, “Fall” right after Labor Day.  And Fall does start on the calendar later this month.  It’s just not feeling much like...

DSUMF Newsletter August 1, 2025

DSUMF Newsletter August 1, 2025 When we do an estate planning presentation for churches, we often use a quiz to get folks asking questions and talking.  Some of those questions address having a will.  Every study or survey comes up with a different number:...

DSUMF Newsletter July 10, 2025

DSUMF Newsletter July 10, 2025 For the Fourth of July holiday earlier this month, I hope you enjoyed fireworks, family, friends, fun, and excellent food.  The Fourth was also an important day for the charitable sector.  President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful...

DSUMF Newsletter June 18, 2025

DSUMF Newsletter June 18, 2025 I am often asked if we can help churches raise money for their endowment.  We can certainly give you guidance and help you structure a campaign.  However, today I’m going to offer an idea that will help grow your endowment in the...