Fiduciary Focus, Q2 2021
Matt Wagner’s latest fiduciary article discusses how the United Church of Christ General Synod resolutions guide United Church Funds’s investment decision-making processes, as well as how investors are helping to create a just world for all using their economic power.
UCF Will Be at General Synod 33!
UCF, along with the UCC Financial Ministries, is proud to be a Gold-Level sponsor of the first ever Virtual General Synod, July 11-18. We invite you to visit our virtual booth and to attend our workshop.
May 2021 Market Review
This article summarizes the markets and our funds’ performance for the month of May 2021, provided by our Chief Investment Strategist David A. Klassen.
UCF 2021 Shareholder Resolutions
On behalf of our clients, UCF works to encourage responsible corporate citizenship in the companies we invest in. One way we do this is by filling shareholder resolutions that bring up specific issues for vote by shareholders to help create a just world for all.
Amex Shareholders Overwhelmingly Support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Disclosure
UCF, alongside shareholder advocacy group, As You Sow, co-filed a shareholder resolution asking for more data on the effectiveness of American Express’s diversity and inclusion program. A strong 60% majority of shareholders voted in favor of the resolution at the recent annual general meeting.
April 2021 Market Review
This article summarizes the markets and our funds’ performance for the month of April 2021, provided by our Chief Investment Strategist David A. Klassen.
Q1 2021 Town Hall Meeting Recording
UCF hosted a quarterly Town Hall meeting on May 4, 2021 to share a review of UCF’s investment performance, organizational updates and the latest in our responsible investing efforts. Access the Town Hall recording recording, presentation slides and poll results!
March 2021 Market Review
This article summarizes the markets and our funds’ performance for the month of March 2021, provided by our Chief Investment Strategist David A. Klassen.
The Race to Save Our Planet: Climate Change Pressures Ratcheting Up
Matthew Illian, Director of Responsible Investing, discusses the pressure being applied to corporations to protect our planet and the strategic partnership to address climate issues.
Pharma Accountability Coalition Notches Notable Wins
UCF, along with its organizational partners that make up the Investors for Opioid and Pharmaceutical Accountability (IOPA), recently announced notable wins from 88 shareholder resolutions filed in the past three years. Read more about the accomplishments.