Seeds of Hope

Educational Access Fund

The Seeds of Hope Scholarship seeks to empower individuals whose educational pursuits align with the four core pillars of Believe Ministries. The fund supports residents of Bertie County and surrounding Eastern North Carolina communities pursuing GEDs, vocational certifications, community college degrees, four-year college degrees, or post-undergraduate credentials.

Four Pillars of Ministry & Educational Alignment

  1. Infrastructure & Networking – Technology, construction trades, utilities, and digital literacy

  2. Educational Empowerment – Teaching, tutoring, counseling, early childhood development, adult education

  3. Real Estate Development – Urban planning, housing policy, real estate licensure, community development

  4. Agriculture & Cultivation – Agribusiness, sustainability, food systems, environmental science

SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS & CRITERIA

Applicants must:

  • Reside in Eastern NC (priority to Bertie County)

  • Be enrolled/planning to enroll Fall 2025

  • Demonstrate financial need.

  • Be pursuing GED, Vocational Training, Community College, Four-Year, or Post-Grad Education

  • Align with one of the four ministry pillars.

  • Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher where applicable.

Seeds of Hope Scholarship Application

Plant Seeds of Hope

FAQS

  • Anyone residing in Eastern NC pursuing approved educational programs aligned with the ministry pillars.

  • Yes, but we prioritize unmet needs.

  • Yes, a 2.5 GPA is required for college and post-graduate applicants. GED/Vocational applicants must submit a service commitment letter instead.

  • Local church partners and libraries can assist with computer/internet access.

  • No. Please select the one most appropriate category.