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.
On Saturday mornings in Antioch, Tennessee, Hamilton United Methodist Church is already in motion before most of the neighborhood wakes up. Volunteers gather early, preparing
On Saturday mornings in Covington, Tennessee, Covington First United Methodist Church comes to life before sunrise. Volunteers arrive early, sorting food, setting tables, and preparing boxes that will soon be placed into the hands of hundreds of families. By the time distribution begins, a steady rhythm is already in place—organized, familiar, and deeply relational.
High atop Monteagle Mountain in Tennessee, Morton Memorial United Methodist Church has become a vital lifeline for its community. For more than 20 years, the church has addressed hunger on the South Cumberland Plateau, growing a simple act of kindness into a thriving food mission serving hundreds of families each month.
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.
