We’re happy to welcome Eder Financial clients to Everence Financial. Find information about Everence, your account transition, available resources, and answers to your frequently asked questions.
Retirement plan transition
Church of the Brethren Retirement Plan Transition
Access links to the guides and documents needed for Church of the Brethren churches to move to Mennonite Retirement Trust, administered by Everence.
Eder Retirement Plan Transition
Access links to the guides and documents needed for Eder Retirement Plan members to move to Mennonite Retirement Trust, administered by Everence.
about everence
The Everence difference
For more than eight decades, Eder Financial and Everence have served Anabaptists and other like-minded communities through faith-informed financial stewardship. Both are shaped by the historic Anabaptist conviction that all we have belongs to God and is to be managed faithfully for the good of others.
From this conviction flows a practical understanding of stewardship – not simply as financial management, but as a tool to advance generosity, strengthen community, and serve others in faith.
Who we are
Since 1945, Everence has been guided by a simple conviction: stewardship is both a responsibility and an act of faith. Through the decades, we have built community, fostered financial well-being, and adapted to meet the changing needs of those we serve.
Everence sharing fund
When you buy an Everence product, you become part of a community that provides financial support to those in need. It's called the Everence Sharing Fund, and it's one of the distinctive ways we support our members and their communities.
Grants, scholarships and awards
We offer grant programs, scholarships and awards to help build up local communities and celebrate inspiring acts of stewardship around the corner and across the country.
Helping communities
It's amazing what we can accomplish when we all work toward a shared tomorrow. Check out the many ways the Everence community is multiplying their impact in the communities and lives we share.
Frequently asked questions
What is happening between Everence and Eder Financial?
Everence and Eder Financial have entered into an agreement for Everence to assume stewardship of several Eder programs and services, including the Church of the Brethren’s employee benefits and organizational investing, with a focus on shared values and evolving member needs. Everence will prioritize continuity and will seek to extend the services Eder has provided to its members and clients where possible, by transitioning accounts to established Everence systems, enabling consistency, operational strength, and the benefits of scale.
Who is Everence?
Founded in 1945, Everence has built a long legacy of helping people make a difference in the world, through the belief that combining faith and values with finances leads to better financial decisions — an approach distinctly different from most other financial services firms.
Through a national team of professionals, Everence offers banking, insurance, investments, asset management, financial planning, charitable services, and stewardship education, all designed to help individuals, congregations, and organizations align their money with their mission. Everence lives out our values through responsible money management, community investing, grant-making, and charitable giving programs, including its Praxis Mutual Funds, which allow clients to invest in alignment with their principles. Last year, Everence distributed more than $128 million in charitable gifts on behalf of members, provided $786,000 in Sharing Fund grants to help families meet basic needs, contributed nearly $550,000 to churches and nonprofits through the MyNeighbor credit card program, and offered home loans to support families who are often excluded from traditional credit systems.
Who does Everence serve?
Everence serves organizations, congregations and individuals that share the stewardship principle that all we are and all we have are from God (Psalm 24) – a historic biblical belief of Mennonite and other Anabaptist Christians. Everence currently serves more than 84,000 individuals and more than 35 denominations from our 30 retail locations nationwide as well as online.
How is Everence governed?
Everence has a multi-entity structure to deliver a wide range of financial services. These entities are known collectively as Everence. Everence is owned by its members and governed by a board of directors, and some corporate entities, such as Everence Federal Credit Union, Everence Trust Company and Praxis Mutual Funds have affiliate boards.
Do I need to believe a certain way to work with Everence?
No. Everence products and services are comprehensive and open to anyone who is interested in practicing stewardship that aligns their values. While not a requirement of Everence, many of our members belong to denominations and associated credentialing bodies that have historic roots or relationships with the Anabaptist faith community. Learn more: Who we serve.
What other products does Everence offer?
Everence has a wide range of financial products and services, including, but not limited to, the following:
How does this transition affect Everence relationships with other denominations?
Everence serves more than 35 denominations and church networks, as well as individuals, congregations, and organizations within and beyond those groups. These discussions do not change the Everence commitment to serving those communities with flexibility and respect for distinct identities, governance structures and theological commitments.
What if I already work with an Everence representative?
If you already work with an Everence consultant, that relationship will continue. We encourage you to be in touch with your Everence representative.
Which Everence office will I work with?
For now, products, services and relationships with Eder clients will be served by our Customer Engagement Center. Everence operates 28 offices nationally to serve individuals, congregations, and organizations across the United States, including in many regions where Church of the Brethren congregations and ministries are located. Certain products, services, and relationships will likely be served through our field offices in the future. Find an Everence location near you.
What is the expected timeline for transferring my account(s) to Everence?
Existing Eder members and clients will continue using Eder’s services until they are notified that their account will be transferred to Everence later this year.
Beginning in May 2026, new clients opening new accounts can begin working directly with Everence Financial.
Do I need to do anything right now?
No. A representative from Eder will reach out to you about your account and next steps.
What will happen to Eder Financial?
Eder Financial will transform into a benevolent ministry where it will support endeavors of sustainability and vitality. In addition, Eder Financial will continue to administer Church Workers’ Assistance Plan.
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Other questions?
If I have questions, who should I contact?
For questions about your Eder accounts, contact Eder Financial:
Everence will not have information about your Eder accounts until you receive notice that your account has transferred. To speak with an Everence representative about Everence products and services:
Message: Everence Customer Engagement Center (CEC) by submitting the short form below.
Have questions about Everence products and services? Send a message to the Customer Engagement Center and we'll get be in touch soon.
About Everence
What we offer
As a comprehensive financial services company founded on Anabaptist values, Everence Financial believes all of us make better money decisions when we integrate our values with our decision-making. That’s why we offer an array of options to help you along your financial journey, including credit union, financial planning, health insurance, charitable planning and more.
Financial planning
Financial planning can benefit nearly anyone, whatever your age or circumstances. We can help you determine a clear direction, map your journey and provide guidance as you grow to where you want to go.
Insurance
Don't wait for the unexpected to occur. Consider insurance now. It will help you prepare for unforeseen costs plus give you something just as valuable, peace of mind.
Asset management
Everence asset management products include many features shaped by our faith roots. Work with one of our financial professionals to grow your finances with well-designed, custom strategies.
Charitable giving
Grow your ability to make a world of difference with charitable planning, tools and approaches that can offer you advantages today and tomorrow - and that can make an impact for generations to come.
Banking
Bank with impact and join a credit union that shares your values, and offers a full range of savings, checking and loan options to meet your banking needs.
Organization services
Build a thriving organization with our suite of services for businesses and nonprofits. We help strengthen your financial sustainability to meet your long-term goals in line with your mission and values.
Congregation services
We offer services and resources to help your church pursue its mission and vision with a supportive stewardship ministry that encourages and inspires generosity
