Stories

Blending Cultures with Leadership for the Future

For more than a decade, Krystol Wheeler embraced all duties as assigned in her career trajectory at the former Heartspring Methodist Foundation, which formally merged with TMF in January 2019.

"Rainxiety" and Resilience

It has been two years since Harvey made landfall, but the storm was so traumatic that some people in Houston and surrounding areas still suffer from “rainxiety” – the fear that flooding like Harvey will happen again – every time the rain falls.

Exceptional Care

TMF is more than just a foundation; it’s a trusted organization with staff who truly go the extra mile for their donors. Helen Crews, a TMF donor, investor, and longtime Methodist, believes this as much as anyone.

New Hope Housing - Fighting Homelessness in Houston

This award-winning organization operates seven Single Room Occupancy (SRO) housing properties for single adults, most of whom have been chronically homeless, as well as one property designed for homeless and at-risk families.

United Methodist Connection Accelerates Giving

“I want to help the church do something so wonderful, it’s obvious God’s work is in action,” said Ellen “Pinky” Snow when asked about desired outcomes for her endowment to support local mission work through the FUMC in Angleton, Texas.

Using Art to Build Relationships and Foster Spirituality

When Mercy Street began deepening its outreach program, our congregation was exploring how to better welcome women from Santa Maria Hostel, one of the few substance use disorder treatment centers that serve pregnant and parenting women.

Cypress UMC Fulfills a New Mission by Becoming a Mission Field

We confidently declared that Cypress UMC is in ministry to “build bridges and create a community that connects people to Jesus’ life-giving story.”

The Power of Scripture in Congregational Discernment

Bible stories can unlock new learning and motivate the discernment process. When a congregation gathers to engage in TMF’s Holy Conversations one assignment is to answer the question, “What is the biblical story your congregation is now inhabiting?”

Message from the President

Hope Within the Ruins

The headline that Notre Dame Cathedral was on fire had to be read and re-read before it could be believed. Even the pictures showing the flames coming through the roof could only be experienced through the lens of shock and sorrow.