Elizabeth Akama-Makia
Triple Your Dollars for Scholars
Hendrix College

"Dear United Methodist Higher Education Foundation: Words cannot fully express my gratitude for your contribution not only to my education, but my future. It is nice to know that when you are having troubles the church is right behind you, Thank you from the bottom of my heart for what you did. Truly God is working through this foundation. I leave you with a quote from an unknown author that truly reflects my feelings. ‘I would thank you from the bottom of my heart, but for you my heart has no bottom.’ Thank you."

About UMHEF

A national foundation based in Nashville, Tennessee, the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation is a 42-year-old organization dedicated to helping students achieve their dreams. UMHEF provides scholarship aid for United Methodist students attending the 122 United Methodist-related institutions.

UMHEF receives no apportionment support from The United Methodist Church.

Scholarship programs include United Methodist Dollars for Scholars, United Methodist Leadership Scholars (UMLS), Foundation Merit Scholars and many others.

National excellence among philanthropists is recognized through the annual United Methodist Higher Education Foundation Kresge Award.

A Gift Planner is available to assist those interested in supporting Foundation goals.

Our Grand Vision is that it be economically possible for any qualified United Methodist student to be educated at a UM-related institution of higher education.

Please remember the Foundation in your estate plans.

More information about United Methodist-related institutions can be found by visiting the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry Web site.