For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
- Matthew 6:21
Why we give.
God is generous and so he calls us to be as well. What we do with what God has given us shows the world where our hearts are at and helps proclaim the gospel. We want to glorify God with every area of our lives, and that includes what we do with our finances.
Ways To Give
Give Online
Your generosity helps us share God’s love in our community and beyond. Give securely online—whether as a one-time gift or recurring donation—to support the ministries of Madisonville First UMC.
Give In Person
Bring your offering to worship or drop it by the church office during the week. Every in-person gift is a tangible way to participate in what God is doing through our congregation.
Give By Mail
Prefer to give by mail? Send your check to Madisonville First United Methodist Church 200 East Center Street, Madisonville, KY 42431. Please make checks payable to Madisonville First United Methodist Church.
Permanent Endowment
The M1UMC Permanent Endowment represents a long-lasting commitment to the life of the church and to the future generations.
As you make plans for your financial future. Consider how you might make a lasting difference through the M1UMC Permanent Endowment.
how can i make a gift?
Will or Trust
Leaving a lasting legacy with a gift through your estate plan. You can gift a specific amount, a specific asset, or a percentage.
Outright Gift
Make a current donation of cash, appreciated stock, real estate, or personal property.
Beneficiary Designation
Name M1UMC Endowment as the beneficiary of an IRA, 401(k), 403(b), or an insurance policy.
Charitable Gift Annuity
You receive a current income tax deduction and income for life. The rates are attractive for seniors and the Endowment can receive the remainder gift.
Committee members
For more information on the Endowment Contact a committee member.
Tom Spring, Chair
Brad Ashby
Richard Sarles
Amy Wortham
Barry Eveland
Kent Waide
Allen Rudd
Rhea Ashby
Ira, Stock & Estate Gifts
There are many ways to give that leave a lasting legacy!
If you need help with how to give from your IRA, to make a gift of stock, or how to include the church in your estate, please contact Director of Finance, Mariann Golden at finance@m1umc.org, 270-821-5734, or fill out the form below.