Vanco, ACS Technologies, and GCFA Strengthen Partnership Through Expanded Ministry Ecosystem
FLORENCE, S.C. — Vanco, ACS Technologies (ACST), and the General Council on Finance and Administration (GCFA) are strengthening their partnership through an expanded ministry ecosystem designed to help United Methodist churches streamline administration, reinforce stewardship, deepen engagement, and support their mission.
For years, Vanco has partnered with GCFA to provide trusted online giving solutions to United Methodist churches. Following the addition of ACS Technologies to the Vanco family, that relationship now extends beyond giving to include Realm®, ACST's leading church management platform, providing churches with a more connected approach to ministry.
Realm helps churches connect people, communications, groups, events, volunteers, giving, and ministry operations, accounting, and payroll through a single platform, reducing administrative complexity while helping leaders build stronger relationships and engagement across their congregations.
"The addition of ACS Technologies expands the resources available to United Methodist churches through our longstanding relationship with Vanco," said Jodi Chadwell, Chief Relationship Officer, GCFA. "By bringing giving, engagement, and church management together, we're helping churches operate more effectively and stay focused on their mission."
For nearly five decades, ACS Technologies has served churches with technology designed specifically for ministry. Through Realm and the broader ACST ecosystem, churches can create a more connected experience for staff, volunteers, and congregants while gaining greater visibility into ministry activity and stewardship.
“Together, Vanco and ACS Technologies are helping churches connect stewardship, engagement, and ministry operations in ways that weren’t previously possible,” said Jenny Lutter, Director of Partnerships, ACS Technologies. “We’re excited to bring the power of Realm and a connected ministry ecosystem to United Methodist churches.”
Together, GCFA, Vanco, and ACS Technologies share a commitment to equipping churches with trusted technology, dedicated support, and ministry-focused solutions that help congregations thrive today and prepare for the future.
To learn more about these resources available to United Methodist churches and members please visit the Vanco Online Giving page.
Media Contact:
Brandy M. Bivens
Chief Communications Officer,
General Council on Finance and Administration
