United Methodist Foundation Donor Stories
Frank and Kathy McArthur
What Really Matters?
"We come into this world with nothing and we leave with nothing, so it's what we do for others that really matters."
These are the words of Frank McArthur, who with his wife Kathy has a mission to encourage people to leave a legacy for the benefit of future generations.
The McArthurs have made a bequest in their will to the United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana, so that when their lives end, that gift will create a permanent fund which will uphold their support of their United Methodist church and favorite ministries forever.
Giving through a will is one of the easiest ways to give. It lets you continue to control your assets during your lifetime, yet provide for loved ones and your church.
This is nothing new to Frank. He's a seasoned estate planning professional who started in the life insurance business over 35 years ago. Also, he introduced Baton Rouge to Leave a Legacy®, a national public awareness campaign designed to inspire everyday people to make charitable bequests through their will.
"Our church, Broadmoor Methodist, plays an important role in our lives, and we want to continue to support it after we’re gone. I know the United Methodist Foundation can help us achieve that. This belief has led us to the important decision of entrusting our assets to their care," explained Frank, who has served two terms on the Foundation Board including Chairman of the Board.
Frank and Kathy encourage everyone to learn how to leave a legacy. He said, "We all want to matter and make a difference in the lives that follow. We can do this by leaving money to the ministries we cherish."
Ken and Bobbie Reed
“Anybody can do this. I’m just a retired minister, but I believe in what the Foundation’s doing.”
These are the words of Ken Reed, who with his wife Bobbie, set up a charitable gift annuity that pays them a good return now and will benefit a United Methodist ministry of their choice later.
Tom and Wilma Crosby
For years Tom Crosby preached stewardship from the pulpit of United Methodist churches - from Pachuta, Miss., to Bossier City, La., and many points in between.
Liz and Pendery Gibbens
Why do we procrastinate when it comes to preparing an estate plan? For most, it seems like an enormous task.
Patsy and Roy Barnes
Patsy Barnes' legacy is one of creating opportunities for professional women in Baton Rouge.
Sue Alves
Sue Alves grew up in San Antonio and graduated from SouthwesternUniversity, a United Methodist college in Georgetown, Texas.
Margaret and Frank Hunter
To say that Margaret and Frank Hunter loved children is an understatement. In every facet of their lives, they devoted their time, energy and financial resources to children in some fashion.
The Wren Family
When Ola Spencer Wren wrote her will in 1991, she knew she wanted to provide for her family and her church. What she didn't know was that she was passing on to her children a legacy of generosity toward United Methodist ministries.
Leo Hough
It's not the lottery and it's not magic - but every six months, Annabelle Paul's bank account gets a boost. Annabelle is the beneficiary of a charitable gift annuity.
Anita and LeRoy Crump
Mention the names Anita and LeRoy Crump, and images of United Methodist leadership and dedication come to mind. Originally members of Phillips.
Joyce Hannibal
Born and raised inLafayette, Joyce Hannibal has been a loyal Methodist all of her life. Joyce is a member of Asbury United Methodist Church.
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