David Bell
Vice-President, Stewardship
Okemos

David Bell serves as Vice-President of Stewardship with The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan. David’s experience includes stewardship consultation, organizational visioning, leadership development, and charitable planned giving. He creates hope by providing practical consultation and motivational seminars for United Methodist congregations. He empowers leaders to discover their vital role in enabling communities of faith to embody a generous culture.

He addresses the often-overlooked spiritual discipline of generosity, the debilitating impact of hyperconsumerism on giving, and the positive cycle of abundance-focused communities. The growing demand for his intuitive, strategic vision and passionate leadership is significant. One of David’s recognized strengths is his personal understanding of organizations from various perspectives. He gained experience as a pastor, a development director, and a regional and national church leader.

David has a keen understanding of the current economic and consumer trends impacting charitable giving. His dynamic presentations invite participants to learn from one another by engaging in peer learning. His comprehensive consultation is customized to meet the specific needs of a faith-based community.

He is Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Ecumenical Stewardship Center. He is an active member of The Alban Institute, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Christian Leadership Alliance, and the National Association of Church Business Administrators. He is currently pursuing certification as a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy®.

David is a magna cum laude graduate of Drew Theological School and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Studies and Secondary Education from The College of Wooster.

David and his wife, Ethel, reside in Brighton, Michigan. Together, they enjoy their two children.