Through its initiatives, ENCORE aims to help older adults live dignified and grace-filled lives while fostering a culture of inclusion and support within church communities.
Today, there are 65 million living Americans who are 65 years of age or older (U.S. Census Bureau estimate). As more people are living longer, resources and concerns related to aging and older adults ...
Food security for senior adults is a critical issue, as many older individuals face challenges in accessing and affording nutritious food. Factors such as fixed incomes, mobility limitations, and health conditions ...
Reliable transportation is essential for senior adults to maintain their independence, access healthcare, and stay socially engaged. However, many older adults face transportation challenges due to physical ...
Affordable housing for senior adults is a growing concern. Many seniors live on fixed incomes, making it difficult to afford rising housing costs. Access to safe, accessible, and affordable housing is crucial for their well-being, ....
Affordable healthcare is crucial for senior adults, as they often face increased medical needs while living on fixed incomes. Rising healthcare costs, including expenses for prescriptions, long-term care, and specialized ...
As more people are living longer, resources and concerns related to aging and older adults are becoming more prevalent. Congregations are reframing aging and ENCORE Ministry Foundation is committed ...
In 2018, grant support from the ENCORE Ministry Foundation (formerly the Golden Cross Foundation) funded two tiny homes at The Village at Glencliff, located on the campus of Glencliff United Methodist Church in Nashville.
In the quiet bend of the highway through Hickman County, Tennessee, the community of Nunnelly carries its history close. Named for a family who settled there in the early 1800s, their generosity shaped the town. In 1924, they gave land for a school; in 1939, land for a church — Nunnelly United Methodist Church — which still stands today.
For more than 120 years, Elders Chapel United Methodist Church has stood at the heart of a small but rapidly growing community about 20 miles south of Nashville, Tennessee. What began as a historically African American congregation has grown into a vibrant multicultural church that reflects the changing neighborhood around it.
The Fred and June Blankenship Grant for Individual Assistance made a profound difference in the life of Valegia Wilson Tidwell, a beloved member of the Glencliff community.
Together, we can be the hands and feet of Jesus, feeding the hungry, caring for the vulnerable, and showing love to those who need it most. Every dollar you give to the Kent and Ellen McNish Fund for Older Adult Food Security helps feeding ministries stretch resources and serve more meals to those in need. Donate today and help support life-changing feeding ministries like the People’s Table.
