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President’s Page
Greetings in the name of our Christ.
Friends, we are excited about the new level and opportuni-
ties the Lord has brought Southern Bible Institute & Col-
lege into. Achieving candidacy status has positioned us to
have an even greater impact not only as a college, but on
the church and the community.
We are so appreciative of past and present support, but
we’ve reached a plateau where we want to challenge our
supporters to become more than donors, but rather to be
investors in the great work at Southern Bible. As you re-
view this information, please prayerfully consider how you
can become a stronger stakeholder and vital partner in this
kingdom work.
Servant of Christ,
Invested in Accreditation
INVESTMENT VALUE:
An accredited institution of higher education holds high value in
having demonstrated that their administration, faculty,
academics, finances, and the institution as a whole, have met and/
or exceeding the standards of quality education. Through faithful
investments in Southern Bible, our college has reached the status
of “Candidate” (pre-accreditation) through the process of peer-
review evaluations. The next stage is Initial (Full) Accreditation.
RETURN ON INVESTMENT:
At this candidacy stage, reputable accredited institutions—such as
Dallas Theological Seminary—are recognizing the quality of an
SBIC degree and are affording its graduates the benefits of it.
Additionally, SBIC is now eligible to receive Federal (Title IV)
funding once the application process is complete.
INVESTMENT VALUE:
A sound and affordable college
education should be within the
reach of all who desires one—
including those who value a
biblical higher education. SBIC
Scholarship & Endowment
funds make this value possible
for current and future students.
The Daniel Scholars program,
for example, provides younger
students (18 to 25; male and
female) a stronger foundation
for their college career through
special mentoring & work
experience during their first 63
credit hours .
RETURN ON INVESTMENT:
Your investment in SBIC will help
maintain tuition affordability
thus resulting in more Christian
leaders with college level-
education with a biblical
worldview. The return on this
investment will also result in a
larger group of young believers
continuing their post-secondary
education (having transferable
credit course work and/or
degree and a sound biblical
foundation) while engaged and
competently serving in their
church, community, and career.
Invest in Church
Advancement
INVESTMENT VALUE:
Southern Bible continues to be
of great value to the Christian
church in providing competent
servant leaders at every level of
ministry including: Pastoral
Ministry Leadership, Bible
Exposition, Biblical Counseling,
Worship Ministry Leadership,
Women’s Ministry Leadership,
Digital Ministry and Community
Engagement. Value is added
even further as we expand
programs which will focus
specifically on Church Planting
& Revitalization and localized
Deacons & Elders training.
RETURN ON INVESTMENT:
An investment in Southern Bible
provides dividends in the way of
better equipped leadership for
the local church—which in
return produces more effective
ministry and stronger disciples
of Jesus Christ. Additionally,
church leaders will have earned
college credits for simply grow-
ing in their calling and being
sharpened in their kingdom
work.
Invest in Community
Betterment
INVESTMENT VALUE:
Southern Bible Institute &
College not only has a high
valuation for developing strong
church leadership, but also in
equipping servant leaders to
be agents of change for com-
munities. The development of
our Centre for Servant
Leadership gives students co-
curricular and hands-on field
education and practical experi-
ence in serving local communi-
ties.
RETURN ON INVESTMENT:
Investing in SBIC will allow
qualified persons from
community organizations—such
as the Union Gospel Mission—to
be trained to serve as chaplains
and ‘field ministers’ to the
homeless population. Financial
support for this value will also
allow students in the Community
Engagement program to “exegete
communities” thereby connect-
ing resources (physical &
spiritual) that meet the unique
needs of the neighborhood.
Invested Alumni
INVESTMENT VALUE:
There is always added value
when alumni are supportive
and engaged, especially in
institutions with a history as
long as Southern Bible’s.
Our alumni are a steady
example of the far reaching
and deep impact that a SBIC
education has on church and
community service, as well as
continuing educational
pursuits. Additionally, the
alumni as a group is a great
way to pool financial
resources and support efforts
that provide a strong revenue
source for the institution.
RETURN ON INVESTMENT:
Alumni—who continue to be
engaged in SBIC—gain a special
influence on the college’s culture
and community, along with close
contact and unique access to
opportunities and benefits
afforded especially to alumni.
This group is also well positioned
to provide a type of guardianship
of the legacy and cultural pride
of Southern Bible.
Invest in the Campus
INVESTMENT VALUE:
The aesthetic of any campus weighs heavily on the impressions
made about the college as a whole. A beautified campus and well
functioning facilities heightens the intrinsic value of the education
provided. Modern equipment and technology for teaching and
operations increases the efficiency and quality of the classroom
experience and the college overall.
RETURN ON INVESTMENT:
The result of investments in campus upkeep and improvement, is
an attractive and comfortable learning environment for both
students and the community. There is also the advantage of SBIC
being in-step with other 21st century higher education campuses
giving our students, faculty, and community a since of pride and
confidence that the quality of the college is not only evident in the
curriculum but in the campus as well.
Investment $$ Page
In February of 2019,
Southern Bible Institute & College
was granted Candidacy Status (pre-
accreditation) by the Association of Biblical
Higher Education (ABHE) and is now preparing for
Initial Accreditation consideration as early as 2023. This plan
reflects this important pivot and demonstrates SBIC’s ability
to operate at a new level.
The Bridge Funding ensures 3 years of stability and allows
the institution to focus on growth rather than survival.
Traditional Income Streams are normative institutional revenue
sources which will be cultivated during this transitional
period. The 3 Year Capital Goals indicate areas where
accumulated funding will be allocated to provide a solid
funding base into and beyond initial accreditation.
CONTACT US:
To learn more about
these giving options, please
direct your inquiries to:
SBIC Donor Relations
(972) 224-5481 x233
Southern Bible relies on your invested support to create new
opportunities for our students, enrich our faculty, strengthen our
academic programs, and enhance our campus.
We offer a variety of convenient giving options.
ONLINE: Quickly and easily make a gift of any size at
southernbible.org
DEBIT/CREDIT CARD: Gifts may be made using Visa, MasterCard,
Discover, or American Express
CHECK: Please make check payable to
“Southern Bible Institute”
Consider becoming a
recurring (monthly) donor.
Be sure to Indicate your gift
amount and frequency
designation.