Trusted by the Community for Over 100 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 over $2.3 million for the complete cost of the countywide Bible program in 32 schools during the 2023-2024 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 2024-2025 academic year, Bible in the Schools will fund 35 teachers in 33 schools, to a projected amount of $2.8 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

Bible in the Schools is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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.

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Platinum Transparency 2023

fast facts

  • 100% charitable community contributions
  • Approximate cost per student: $65 per month, $780 per year
  • 2022-2023 Annual Fund Contributions: $3,219,284
  • Accountant: Mr. Marshall Harvey, Chief Financial Officer, Tekwell Services
  • Last Financial Audit: August 2023
  • NO TAX DOLLARS USED

Board of Directors, Finance Committee

2024-2025

Mr. Julian Bell

Retired – former Chief Risk & Business Officer for Signal Energy

Mr. Marshall Harvey 

Chief Financial Officer, Tekwell Services

Mr. Oliver Richmond

President, Kingdom Partners

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. Rob Huffaker, Jr.

(ex officio)

Practice Leader of Employee Benefits, McGriff Insurance Services

Mr. John Haddock

Chief Financial Officer, Transcard & Director, RockPoint Bank

Mr. Travis Lytle, Sr.

Director of Community Development, SmartBank

Mrs. Cathy Scott

(ex officio)

President, Bible in the Schools

Board of Directors, Endowment Committee

2024-2025

Mrs. Betsy Brown

CEO, Pendleton Square Trust Company

Mr. Don Morton

Attorney, Miller & Martin, PLLC

Mr. Ralph Mohney

Committee Chairman

Former President, Bible in the Schools

Mr. Jay Everett

VP of Partner Engagement, Sovereign’s Capital

Mrs. Cathy Scott

(ex officio)
President, Bible in the Schools

Mrs. Teresa Whitton

President, Southeastern Trust Company

Mr. Rob Huffaker

Practice Leader of Employee Benefits, McGriff Insurance Services

Mr. Mike St. Charles

Attorney, Chambliss, Bahner and Stophel, P.C.