The Tennessee Baptist Foundation exists to faithfully steward God's resources, while striving to further God's Kingdom.
We help Tennessee Baptists and like-minded evangelicals steward God’s blessings through faith-based estate planning, planned giving, and ministry fund management to advance His Kingdom.
Meet Sam Warner,
President of the TBF
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Our Mission
The Tennessee Baptist Foundation exists to faithfully steward God’s resources, while striving to further God’s Kingdom.
Our Mission & Goals
7 out of 10 People Die Without an Estate Plan in Place
This means they miss the opportunity to decide what happens to their assets — to use them to bless the next generation of believers.
Through faith-based estate planning, planned giving guidance, church fund management, and more, the Tennessee Baptist Foundation helps individuals, churches, and associations build strong bridges to the future, expanding their Kingdom impact for years to come.
Not everyone with an estate has a plan. Do you?
Most people that don’t have an estate plan
- Are too busy with their lives
- Believe they don’t own much
- Think it will be expensive
- Don’t like legal documents
- Aren’t planning to die
Biblical Stewardship
As Christians, we understand that God is the Creator and, therefor, the owner of all things. While we are on earth, we are merely managers of the things we have under our control.
Therefore Christians should plan where your assets will go after death.
Estate plans allow you to plan where your money and assets go when you no longer need them.
Take our 10-minute estate plan audit to get started.
About Us
The Tennessee Baptist Foundation exists to faithfully steward God’s resources, while striving to further God’s Kingdom.
- Who We Are
- Who We Serve
- Why We Exist
- Partners
- Trustees
Through faith-based estate planning and planned-giving guidance, the TBF helps today’s generation bless the next generation. The TBF helps our Baptist churches, associations, institutions, and like-minded evangelicals build strong bridges to the future through investment and financing services.
From Our Experience
News and Articles
Living and Leaving a Legacy
By Tod Tanner We are all going to leave a legacy. Some will leave a legacy of family values. Individuals
TBF President Bill Gruenewald Announces Retirement Plans
By Lonnie WilkeyEditor of the Baptist & Reflector, Tennessee Baptist Mission Board Bill Gruenewald, president-treasurer of the Tennessee Baptist Foundation
What Does the SECURE Act 2.0 Mean for You?
What Does the SECURE Act 2.0 Mean for You? by Rev. Bill Gruenewald Most people may not be aware that
Our Staff
Sam Warner
President & Treasurer
Sam Warner serves as President and Treasurer of the Tennessee Baptist Foundation, where he works closely with churches, ministries, and individuals to help believers steward their resources with eternal impact.
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Sam Warner serves as President and Treasurer of the Tennessee Baptist Foundation, where he works closely with churches, ministries, and individuals to help believers steward their resources with eternal impact. He is passionate about helping fellow believers store up treasure in heaven while ensuring churches and ministries are positioned to receive and steward gifts faithfully for generations to come.
A Murfreesboro native, Sam brings both strategic leadership and a heart for Kingdom-minded stewardship to the Foundation’s work. Before entering this field, he played college tennis as a scholarship athlete, though these days most of his energy is spent investing in people rather than perfecting his backhand.
Outside the office, Sam’s greatest joy is spending time with his wife and children. He is often reminded of the promise in 1 Corinthians 2:9: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love Him.” That perspective continues to shape the way he approaches both life and ministry.
Tod Tanner
Executive Vice President & Chief Development Officer
Tod Tanner serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer for the Tennessee Baptist Foundation, helping individuals and ministries explore ways to support Kingdom work through thoughtful and impactful giving.
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Tod Tanner serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer for the Tennessee Baptist Foundation, helping individuals and ministries explore ways to support Kingdom work through thoughtful and impactful giving.
Originally from College Station, Texas, Tod brings a steady, relationship-focused approach to development and donor partnerships. While he enjoys meaningful conversations about generosity and legacy, he is just as happy unwinding with a great history book when the day is done.
Tod finds encouragement in Matthew 6:33, which reminds him to “seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.” And while he enjoys a good book, the thing that can brighten his day the fastest is a call from his wife or daughter.
Bonnie B. Sneed
Administrative Assistant & Corporate Secretary
Bonnie B. Sneed serves as Administrative Assistant and Corporate Secretary for the Tennessee Baptist Foundation, providing essential support that helps keep the organization running smoothly. She takes great satisfaction in knowing that the work she does behind the scenes contributes to a larger mission and makes a meaningful difference.
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Bonnie B. Sneed serves as Administrative Assistant and Corporate Secretary for the Tennessee Baptist Foundation, providing essential support that helps keep the organization running smoothly. She takes great satisfaction in knowing that the work she does behind the scenes contributes to a larger mission and makes a meaningful difference.
A Nashville native, Bonnie brings warmth, organization, and a steady presence to the office. Her coworkers know that a little laughter goes a long way in making the day better, and Bonnie is always happy to contribute to that.
When she’s away from work, Bonnie enjoys spending time with her two beloved Beagles, Suzy and Daisy Mae, who are always ready to keep life entertaining.
Alexis Morgan
Accountant & Trust Operations Specialist
Alexis Morgan serves as Accountant and Trust Operations Specialist for the Tennessee Baptist Foundation, where she helps ensure the financial stewardship of gifts and funds entrusted to the ministry. She appreciates the opportunity to help others through her work and values the role careful financial management plays in advancing Kingdom work.
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Alexis Morgan serves as Accountant and Trust Operations Specialist for the Tennessee Baptist Foundation, where she helps ensure the financial stewardship of gifts and funds entrusted to the ministry. She appreciates the opportunity to help others through her work and values the role careful financial management plays in advancing Kingdom work.
Originally from the North Chicago suburbs and proudly cheering for the Cubs, Alexis is known among coworkers for being goofy, cool under pressure, and smart. It is a combination that keeps both spreadsheets and team meetings interesting.
Outside the office, Alexis enjoys time with neighbors as their dogs run and play together, and she is always happy when the sun is shining on a warm day. A fun fact many people do not expect is that she once owned a motorcycle. Her favorite verse, Psalm 46:10, reminds her to “Be still, and know that I am God.”
Mandy Curtis
Foundation Office Associate
Mandy Curtis serves as Foundation Office Associate, where she enjoys helping individuals and churches steward their financial resources in ways that support lasting ministry.
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Mandy Curtis serves as Foundation Office Associate, where she enjoys helping individuals and churches steward their financial resources in ways that support lasting ministry. She is motivated by working alongside coworkers and churches who share a deep commitment to Kingdom-focused work.
Mandy’s heart for ministry started early. She has served alongside her husband since he started his first church when they were just 19 years old, an experience that shaped her passion for supporting churches and their leaders.
Originally from Bell Buckle, Tennessee, Mandy finds the greatest joy in her family and her dog, Jax. Her coworkers often describe her as loving, caring, and kind, and she strives to find joy in whatever she is doing. Recently, Psalm 46:10 has been a verse that continues to guide and encourage her.
Our Staff
We are the Tennessee Baptist Foundation.
Sam Warner
Tod Tanner, Ed.D.
Bonnie B. Sneed
Alexis Morgan
Partners
As a proud partnering organization of the Tennessee Baptist Convention and the Southern Baptist Convention we extend our appreciation to all the institutions working toward our common goals.
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