The E. Craig Brandenburg Scholarship from the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry is a catalyst for this vision, empowering Jacqualine Chipongo to use her education and faith to create positive change.

Abby Butler-Cefalo's calling into ministry is becoming a reality thanks to the support of the GBHEM scholarship. "As someone who had grown up homeless…I would not be able to attend seminary without this financial support,” Butler-Cefalo said.

The (GRASP) scholarship from the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) helps Nyamongo Abiud support his studies in biotechnology and climate change and cover essential educational expenses, including textbooks and supplies at Africa University.

Callan Jacobson, a finance student at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, is deeply grateful for the scholarship from the General Board of Higher Education and Ministries, which allows him to focus more on his studies and faith.

Thanks to a General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GRASP) scholarship, Paulo Bussane, a student at Africa University, is better positioned to deepen his theological studies and contribute to his church and community.

Ashlee French is answering God’s call to ministry in a way that reflects both faith and dedication. At 54, French is pursuing an M.A. at Wesley Theological Seminary thanks to a General Board of Higher Education and Ministry scholarship, to become an ordained deacon and chaplain.

Tiara Allen, a Bennett College student, is on a mission to make a lasting impact on her community and the world. With the help of The United Methodist Church’s support, she is navigating her college years with determination, focused on earning a Ph.D. in psychology and becoming a licensed therapist.

Savion Williams, a Claflin University student, is a living example of how United Methodist scholarships transform lives at historically black colleges and universities.

For Themba Chawinga, a student at Africa University, the financial support he receives through The United Methodist Church’s General Board of Higher Education and Ministry’s International Grants and Scholarship Program is life changing.

Oluwapelumi Dada, a Huston-Tillotson University student — one of the 11 Black College Fund-supported schools, is on a mission to bridge the gap between technology and community service.