Trusted by the Community for Over 103 Years
Bible elective courses are funded entirely by the generosity of private charitable contributions through Bible in the Schools, a 501(c)(3). No tax dollars are used. Hamilton County Schools was reimbursed nearly $2.8 million for the complete cost of the countywide Bible program in 33 schools during the 2024-2025 academic year. Included in reimbursement costs are: teacher salaries, benefits, taxes, Bibles, classroom supplies, and year-round teacher professional development, compliance training, and other resources. Bible courses are a free gift from the community to participating public schools in Hamilton County, serving students in grades 6-12. For the 2025-2026 academic year, Bible in the Schools will fund 35 teachers in 35 schools, to a projected amount of $3.4 million. The Bible program seeks equal access for all students.
Annual Financial Audit
Bible in the Schools is audited annually every August by an independent public accounting firm.
Annual Funding Commitment for Bible Education
in participating Hamilton County Schools
Press Release: Bible in the Schools Presents $2.8M Community Gift to Hamilton County Schools – Read more…
Bible in the Schools is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Official IRS Name: Public School Bible Study Committee (dba Bible in the Schools)
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU
Bible in the Schools pledges to steward all donations with the highest level of integrity, accountability, and wisdom. Thank you for your generosity, partnership, and trust.
*Subject to our 24-25 Annual Audit
fast facts
- Fiscal Year: August 1st to July 31st
- 100% charitable community contributions
- Approximate cost per student: $70 per month, $840 per year
- 2024-2025 Annual Fund Contributions: $3,511,899
- Accountant: Mr. Marshall Harvey, Chief Financial Officer, Tekwell Services
- Last Financial Audit: September 2025
- NO TAX DOLLARS USED
Board of Directors, Finance Committee
2025-2026
Mr. Julian Bell
Retired – former Chief Risk & Business Officer for Signal Energy
Mr. Marshall Harvey
Chief Financial Officer, Tekwell Services
Mr. Ralph Mohney
Former President, Bible in the Schools
Mr. John Henegar
Treasurer,
Committee Chairman
Principal, West Ridge Group PLLC Certified Public Accountants
Mr. Nick Decosimo
Senior Advisor, Decosimo Corporate Finance
Mr. Franklin Farrow
Chief Executive Officer, Independent Healthcare Properties
Mr. Oliver Richmond
President, Kingdom Partners
Mrs. Cathy Scott
(ex officio)
President, Bible in the Schools
Mr. John Haddock
CFO, Transcard & Chairman, RockPoint Bank
Mr. Travis Lytle, Sr.
Director of Community Development, SmartBank
Mr. Rob Huffaker, Jr.
(ex officio)
Practice Leader of Employee Benefits, McGriff Insurance Services