MB Foundation Announces New Planned Giving Advisor

MB Foundation is pleased to announce the hiring of Bruce Porter to the position of Planned Giving Advisor in our Fresno CA office. Bruce joined the team in January 2019 and will work closely with Church Relations Director, Dennis Fast.

Bruce was first introduced to the MB family while attending Fresno Pacific University where he earned a BA in Contemporary Christian Ministries. After graduation he served in youth ministry and earned his MA in Christian Education from the Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary. Since then, he has served as lead pastor at Neighborhood Church (Visalia, CA), Hillsboro MB, Buhler, MB and most recently at Lincoln Glen Church in San Jose, CA. In addition to his long history with the MB constituency, Bruce has a passion for helping people find and practice ways to express their love for God. “I’ve always admired the work that MB Foundation has done for the MB family. I am excited to be part of a great team that is dedicated to expanding God’s kingdom work through the generosity of His people. It is a great privilege to have the opportunity to help others in Giving Meaning to Money,” says Bruce.

As Planned Giving Advisor, Bruce will serve the churches, donors and clients of MB Foundation in the Pacific District Conference to provide Biblical financial stewardship solutions. “I am excited to have Bruce join our team! His shepherd’s heart and understanding of the local church makes him a great asset to our ministry,” says Jon C. Wiebe, President & CEO of MB Foundation.

Bruce and his wife Janice have two grown children and six grandchildren and reside in the Fresno area.