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.
Official IRS name: Public School Bible Study Committee (dba Bible in the Schools)
*Retrieved from 2023 Financial Audit
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.