
Empower Lives Through Education:
Your Gift Changes Everything
The Ebed-Melech Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through faith-based education and charitable initiatives. As the philanthropic arm of Ebed-Melech University, we work to ensure that students have the financial and academic support they need to succeed in their studies and fulfill their God-given purpose.
Gift Options:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11
Mission Statement
The Ebed-Melech Foundation empowers lives through transformative education, fostering compassionate leaders who serve with faith, purpose, and integrity. Together, we create opportunities, provide scholarships, and inspire change for a brighter future.
Donation Tiers
Supporter of Hope:
($25–$149)
Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference. As a Supporter of Hope, your gift helps provide essential resources and opportunities for students at Ebed-Melech University. Your generosity is the seed of growth for our faith-driven mission.
Adopt a Lion:
($150/month)
As part of our Adopt a Lion campaign, we are asking for a monthly donation of $150. Proceeds from this campaign will directly fund our scholarship programs, allowing many of our students to experience the outstanding education that Ebed-Melech University offers. Your ongoing support ensures continuous educational opportunities and resources for our students.
Compassion Patron:
$1,000 – $4,999
IIndividuals who contribute at this level are recognized as Compassion Patrons. Their commitment to supporting Ebed-Melech University reflects a deep understanding of the institution’s mission to instill compassion and empathy in its students, mirroring the compassionate nature of Ebed-Melech.
Wisdom Benefactor:
$5,000 – $9,999
Donors at this level are honored as Wisdom Benefactors. Their contributions signify a commitment to the pursuit of wisdom and knowledge, values deeply embedded in the Scriptures and central to the educational mission of Ebed-Melech University.
Renewal Advocate:
$10,000 – $24,999
Those who contribute at this level are acknowledged as Renewal Advocates. Their support directly contributes to the university’s mission of rescue and renewal, helping to uplift minds from the metaphorical miry pits of ignorance and despair, just as Ebed-Melech rescued the prophet Jeremiah.
Enlightenment Ambassador:
$25,000 – $49,999
The highest level of giving is reserved for Enlightenment Ambassadors. These distinguished donors play a pivotal role in advancing the cause of enlightenment, embodying the spirit of Ebed-Melech University as a beacon of light in the modern world. Their contributions have a profound and lasting impact on the institution’s ability to inspire and guide generations to come.
Pillar of Faith:
$50,000 and above
Donors at this level, through their substantial contributions, become the Pillars of Faith for Ebed-Melech University. Their generosity serves as foundational support, mirroring the steadfast faith and courage exemplified by Ebed-Melech in the biblical narrative.
Foundation News & Updates
Ebed-Melech Foundation Pledges $1 Million in Scholarships for EMU Students in Honor of Black History Month
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – February 28, 2025 – The Ebed-Melech Foundation Board of Trustees is pleased to announce a historic commitment of $1 million in scholarships to support students at Ebed-Melech University (EMU). This initiative, launched in honor of Black History Month, will provide full-tuition scholarships to 100 students, reinforcing the foundation’s dedication to educational access, faith-based leadership, and community empowerment.
Investing in Future Leaders
The Ebed-Melech Foundation believes that financial barriers should not prevent students from pursuing their academic and spiritual callings. This investment ensures that 100 students will have the opportunity to receive a high-quality, faith-based education, positioning them for success in ministry, business, nonprofit leadership, and community service.
“This initiative aligns with our mission to remove financial obstacles and foster generational transformation through education,” said the Ebed-Melech Foundation Board of Trustees. “We are committed to equipping students with the knowledge and resources needed to lead, inspire, and make an impact in their communities.”
for more information email info@ebedmelech.org
Eligibility & Application Details
– The scholarship is open to new students enrolling at Ebed-Melech University.
– Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to faith-based leadership, community service, and academic excellence.
– Applications open: February 28, 2025.
Interested students can apply by visiting: https://learn.ebedmelech.ac/new-student-application/.
