Who We Are

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The Sumter United Ministries Legacy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established to receive and steward planned gifts, bequests, endowments, and other long-term charitable contributions for the benefit of Sumter United Ministries.

Our Mission

To steward gifts today so that Sumter United Ministries can continue serving faithfully tomorrow, next year, and for generations to come.

How the Foundation Supports Sumter United Ministries

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Endowment Growth

Builds long-term financial stability for ongoing ministry.

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Planned Gifts

Receives bequests and other future-focused contributions.

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Sustainable Funding

Provides an additional stream of support for ministry needs.

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Faithful Stewardship

Encourages thoughtful, values-driven generosity.

Governance and Stewardship

The Foundation is guided by a board of directors committed to wise, transparent, and prayerful stewardship of every gift entrusted to its care.

We work closely with the leadership of Sumter United Ministries to ensure that all funds are used in alignment with the mission and donor intent.

Our Commitments

  • Christ-centered stewardship

  • Clear investment and spending policies

  • Regular reporting

  • Compliance with nonprofit best practices

Mark Champagne – Executive Director of Sumter United Ministries
John D. “Jack” Osteen - President
Gary Brown – Vice-President
Ronnie Hendrix – Treasurer
Scott Williams – Secretary
Melissa “Boo” White
Lucius H. Bullock, Jr.
Lauren Thompson Daylami
Mark Mullen
Nila Ford

Our Board

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