WatersEdge
WatersEdge History and Heritage

Our Story

For over 75 years, WatersEdge has been financially empowering kingdom impact through faithful stewardship and service.

Our Mission

“To financially empower donors and ministries to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”

Everything we do at WatersEdge is guided by this mission. From helping families create meaningful estate plans to providing churches with the financing they need to expand their reach, we exist to multiply kingdom impact through wise financial stewardship.

Our Heritage

A legacy of faithful service spanning more than seven decades.

1946

Founded as Baptist Foundation of Oklahoma

Our organization was established to serve Oklahoma Baptist churches and individuals with financial services rooted in biblical stewardship principles.

1979

ECFA Founding Member

We became a founding member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards of financial integrity.

1990s

Expanded Services

We grew our service offerings to include church loans, investment options, and comprehensive estate planning services to meet the evolving needs of our partners.

2013

Ministry Accounting Launch

We introduced professional accounting services specifically designed for churches and ministries, helping them maintain financial excellence.

2019

Rebranded as WatersEdge

We unveiled our new name and identity—WatersEdge—reflecting our expanded scope of service while honoring our deep roots in faith-based financial stewardship.

Today

Serving Nationwide

Today, WatersEdge serves churches, ministries, and individuals across all 50 states, continuing our legacy of kingdom-focused financial stewardship.

Our Values

These core values guide everything we do at WatersEdge.

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Christ-Centered

Our foundation is built on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Every decision, relationship, and service we provide is rooted in our commitment to honoring God in all we do.

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Integrity

We operate with complete transparency and honesty. Our ECFA accreditation reflects our commitment to the highest standards of financial ethics and accountability.

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Excellence

We strive for excellence in every aspect of our work. From customer service to investment performance, we aim to exceed expectations and honor God through quality.

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Stewardship

We believe all resources belong to God, and we are called to manage them wisely. This conviction shapes how we serve our partners and handle every dollar entrusted to us.

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Service

We exist to serve. Our team is dedicated to understanding and meeting the unique needs of each individual and ministry we work with.

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Kingdom Impact

Everything we do is focused on advancing God's Kingdom. We measure success not just in financial terms, but in the eternal impact made possible through our work.

Our Impact

75+
Years of Service
2,000+
Churches Served
6,320+
Families Served
$295M+
Distributed to Ministries

ECFA Accredited

WatersEdge has been a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability since 1979, when we were among the founding members of this important organization. Our ECFA accreditation represents our commitment to financial integrity, transparency, and accountability in all our operations.

Meet Our Team

Our leadership team brings decades of experience in finance, ministry, and nonprofit management. They are united by a passion for serving God's Kingdom through excellence in financial stewardship.

View Leadership Team

Partner With Us

Whether you're an individual looking to make a lasting impact or a ministry seeking financial solutions, we'd love to explore how WatersEdge can serve you.