Stewardship

The Wisconsin United Methodist Foundation provides stewardship coaching and assistance designed to help local churches grow generous givers as a part of their discipleship journey. Our approach is to help local church leaders understand financial stewardship best practices so they can apply them in a way that makes sense in their ministry setting. Click on the links below to learn more about the services and resources we have available to you. For assistance, contact Rev. Jason Mahnke, Director of Programming and Campaigns.

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Stewardship Training Videos

Below are a few recordings of our recent trainings, including “How to Create a Narrative Budget,” “Using the Stewardship Challenge Grant to Build a Sustainable Stewardship Plan,” and “Funding Ministry: Mission Storytelling & the Art of the Ask.”

Learn how to transform line items into ministry impact by building a narrative budget that inspires giving and connects dollars to discipleship.

Learn how the Wisconsin UM Foundation's Stewardship Challenge Grant can serve as a launchpad for developing an intentional, year-round stewardship approach in your church.

The top reason people give to a non-profit is because they believe in its mission, which is making a difference in people’s lives. This workshop will equip people to communicate the impact their church’s ministry is making, with current and potential donors, to fund current and future ministry opportunities. Our presenter, Rev. Jason Mahnke, is the Director of Programming and Campaigns with the Wisconsin United Methodist Foundation.