Focused Giving

Invest in a cause close to your heart. Focused Giving opportunities range from designated scholarships to key initiatives to endowed chairs and more. With over 60 funds to choose from, your gifts provide student scholarships and fund program initiatives that help share the gospel around the world. Filter your options by selecting from the drop-down menus below or search for your program or scholarship by name. When you select a fund, you will be prompted to choose from a one-time or recurring donation.

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Barb and Jim Dixon Ministry Endowed Scholarship

The Barb and Jim Dixon Ministry Endowed Scholarship was created to honor Barb and Jim Dixon by continuing the legacy of their…
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Biblical Studies Endowed Scholarship

“We urgently need more pastors with a commitment to think biblically about everything they do. We certainly need more writers to bridge…

Biblical Studies Student Travel Fund

The purpose of the Fund is to equip those who are called to preach/teach. It is our belief that those who are…
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Business as Mission Endowed Scholarship

Support students who feel called by God to leverage business as a tool for redemption in the world. Recipients of the Business…
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Campus of the Future

Any Degree. Anywhere. Any time. What does Denver Seminary’s campus of the future look like? In many ways, it looks the same…
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Carey Thomas Christian Leadership Endowment Scholarship

Named after Dr. Carey S. Thomas, who served as the first president of Denver Seminary from 1951 to 1955, this scholarship recognizes…
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Chaplaincy CPE Endowed Fund

“Her work has been critical and influential in the field of chaplaincy, and the transformative effects of her service will reach across…
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Chaplaincy Scholarship

Chaplains work among those who are not likely to be drawn to typical churches or ministries, and with that being the case,…
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Charlene McIntire Presidential Endowed Scholarship

In 1987, generous friends of Denver Seminary, Smith and Charlene McIntire, established the Charlene McIntire Presidential Scholarship Fund to further the educational…
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Chinese Student Endowed Scholarship

“The greatest need in China is for Christian leaders to be equipped in theological training. However, most Chinese Christian leaders do not…
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Christian Ministry Endowed Scholarship

The Christian Ministry Endowed Scholarship Fund was established by Don and Janell Robinson to honor a number of godly people including Reverend…
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DC Financial Aid Fund

Denver Seminary’s Washington DC campus brings seminary education to working adults in the Washington DC area. Due to the flexibility of degrees…
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Denver Counseling Center

Over the past 25 years, Denver Counseling Center (formerly Shepherd’s Gate Counseling Center) has been committed to providing low cost counseling services…
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Doctor of Ministry Scholarship

Your contributions to the Doctor of Ministry Scholarship provide tuition assistance for active, full-time students enrolled in the Doctor of Ministry (DMin)…
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Dr. and Mrs. Frank Gaebelein Endowed Scholarship for Women

A passion to see women in ministry drives the purpose of the Dr. and Mrs. Frank E. Gaebelein Endowed Scholarship for Women….
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Dr. Bruce Shelley Endowed Scholarship

Endowed funds are crucial to training future pastors, scholars, and ministry leaders; every scholarship enables more students to be equipped with a…

Dr. Craig L. Blomberg Endowed Chair of New Testament

Denver Seminary has established the Dr. Craig L. Blomberg Endowed Chair of New Testament. The endowed chair honors Dr. Blomberg’s legacy and…

Dr. Donald Burdick New Testament Endowed Scholarship

Dr. Donald Burdick joined the faculty of Conservative Baptist Theological Seminary in Denver associate professor of New Testament and then as full professor…
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Dr. Douglas and Lucille Birk Endowed Scholarship

Initially funded and endowed by friends and family of Dr. and Mrs. Birk, in honor of the Birks’ ministry to and with…
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Dr. Edward and Marilyn Hayes Presidential Endowed Scholarship

Continue the legacy of Dr. Edward L. Hayes, former academic dean (1972-1979) and 4th president of Denver Seminary (1993-1996). The Dr. Edward and…
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Dr. Felix Gilbert Endowed Scholarship

Motivated by the bold vision and steadfast leadership of Dr. Felix Gilbert, Denver Seminary established the Dr. Felix Gilbert Endowed Scholarship. Dr….
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Dr. Gerald and Tiann Buker Endowed Scholarship for Cross-Cultural Missions

The purpose of this endowment is to assist students who plan to work cross-culturally and require assistance to fund their education at…
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Dr. Hal and Vicki Habecker Endowed Scholarship

Prepare the next generation of church leaders. This scholarship was designed for students focused on developing excellence and training in full-time pastoral…
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Dr. Kermit & Shirley Ecklebarger Endowed Scholarship Fund

Married students have unique challenges and opportunities as they pursue higher education. To this end, The Dr. Kermit & Shirley Ecklebarger Endowed…
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Engaging Hope Scholarship

Denver Seminary has established an impactful term-endowed scholarship to provide maximum accessibility to future seminary students by offsetting the cost of our…
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Finish Well Scholarship

Help students finish their time at Seminary well. This scholarship provides tuition assistance for full-time students entering their second or third years…
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Free Classes Fund

Contributions to the Free Classes Fund enable Denver Seminary to produce free online courses, designed to help people enrich their understanding of…
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Gardner Family Scholarship

The Gardner Family Scholarship provides assistance to students who are preparing for parachurch ministry. These are students with a zest and a…
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Growth and Enrollment

Since the 1950s, Denver Seminary has been a leading evangelical graduate school, training and equipping new generations for a broad range of…
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Haddon Robinson Chair of Biblical Preaching

The purpose of the Haddon W. Robinson Chair of Biblical Preaching is to Give Now…
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Hannay Military Chaplaincy Term-Endowed Scholarship

The Hannay Military Chaplaincy Term-Endowed Scholarship is established to honor the memory of Vietnam veteran (Army 1st Lt.) Roger A. Hannay, CEO…

Hispanic Initiatives

Ampliando el acceso a la educación teológica para líderes y congregaciones de habla hispana  Las Iniciativas Hispanas existen para brindar a la…
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Inner City Endowed Scholarship

In December of 2001, West Side Kings, an association established by Pastor Donald Brueschwyler, generously provided the funds for an endowed scholarship…
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International Student Endowed Scholarship

Create global impact with a gift to the International Student Scholarship Fund. International students often struggle to pay for continued education, but…
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Jireh Foundation Scholarship

The Jireh Foundation Scholarship invests in those who have been serving in ministry but do not have a theological education. By receiving…
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John and Lorraine Bandimere Jr. Endowed Scholarship

The purpose of the John and Lorraine Bandimere Jr. Endowed Scholarship is to provide scholarship assistance for chaplaincy students. Recipients of this…
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Julia Amen Scholarship Fund

Mrs. Julia A. Amen dedicated her life to loving others, teaching the Word, and equipping women for works of service that glorify…
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Kent Mathews Endowed Scholarship

Kent Mathews graduated from Denver Seminary in 1985 with a degree in counseling. Kent’s strong sense of justice and compassion for the…
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Kepner International Student Scholarship

Gifts to the Kepner International Student Scholarship directly impact students who, in turn, impact communities around the world in the name of…
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Kingdom Scholars Term Endowed Scholarship

Gifts to the Kingdom Scholars Term Endowed Scholarship Fund provide tuition assistance for deserving Master of Divinity (MDiv) students pursuing careers in…

Korean Global Program

The purpose of the Fund is to provide a repository of funds to facilitate the advancement of Korean Global Program whereby a…
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Korean Student Endowed Scholarship

The Korean student Endowed Scholarship was established to provide financial aid for full-time Korean and Korean American students attending Denver Seminary. Your…
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Lance W. Mitchell Endowed Scholarship

Rev. Lance Mitchell was a pastor, teacher, mentor, friend. First and foremost, he loved Jesus and wanted others to have a deep…
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Latino/a Student Scholarship Fund

One of Denver Seminary’s core visions is to be a school committed to valuing and nurturing diversity in our community. You can…

Maria L. Boccia Scholarship for Women in Church Ministry

The purpose of the Maria L. Boccia Scholarship for Women in Church Ministry is to enhance the opportunities and future for women who plan…
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Parachurch Ministry Scholarship

If you want to invest in students who have come from a ministry background to help encourage them to further their discipleship…
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Paul and Marjorie Lewan Pastoral Student Endowed Scholarship

Your gift to the Paul and Marjorie Lewan Pastoral Student Endowed Scholarship provides financial assistance to students preparing to become church pastors,…
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Payne Family Scholarship

Invest in the next generation of church leaders with a gift to the Payne Family Scholarship. As individuals enter into pastoral roles,…
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Randy and Karen MacFarland Leadership Development Endowed Fund

Your gifts to the Randy and Karen MacFarland Leadership Development Endowed Fund support the professional development of staff and faculty at Denver…
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Rev. Dr. Lyle Adams Memorial Endowed Scholarship

The Rev. Dr. Lyle M. Adams Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund has been established in honor of the ministry of Rev. Dr. Adams,…
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Rider Family Endowed Scholarship

The Rider Family Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to any Seminary student enrolled in a master’s level program, with a stated focus…

School Counseling and Mental Health Initiative

School administrators and counselors are on the front lines seeking to address the challenges students face including anxiety brought on by Covid-19…
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SETECA Program Scholarship

The SETECA Denver Extension site is a partnership between the Central American Theological Seminary (SETECA) and Denver Seminary to offer accredited, college-level…
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Soul Care Initiative

The Denver Seminary Soul Care Initiative (SCI) hosts retreats for pastors and faith leaders along the Front Range as well as offers…
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Student Financial Hardship Fund

The Student Financial Hardship Fund was established to support current students through financial hardships that unexpectedly arise and have a potential impact on…
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Student Scholarship Fund

For many, the calling to seminary is clear, but the financial pathway is less obvious. The drive to better prepare for ministry…
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The Dr. Bruce and Elsie Demarest Christian Formation Endowed Scholarship

Dr. Bruce Demarest joined the Denver Seminary faculty in 1975. During the 1980s, he began to offer courses in formation and soul…

The Gospel Initiative

The Gospel Initiative’s mission is to support the Church’s mission in creating a compelling, compassionate, and credible gospel presence in contemporary society. For…
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The Judge Shannon Preaching Lectureship

The purpose of The Judge Shannon Preaching Lectureship is to honor the vision of Judge and Mrs. Dale E. Shannon to equip Christian leaders…
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The Rev. Clifton McGlothlan Endowed Scholarship

Mr. Clifton McGlothlan was a rural preacher who served in Wyoming, Nebraska, South Dakota, Kansas, and Colorado between 1914 and 1975. Rev….
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The Seminary Fund

The Seminary Fund is the financial backbone of the Seminary. It provides necessary funding for every operation cost at the Seminary. Each…
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Timothy Ayre Endowed Scholarship

The Timothy Ayre Scholarship Fund was established by Theodore and Phyllis Ayre in honor of their late son, Timothy Ayre. To honor…
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Vernon Grounds Endowed Chair of Pastoral Ministry and Societal Ethics

From 1951 to 2010, Dr. Vernon C. Grounds served as professor, academic dean, president, and chancellor at Denver Seminary. During those years,…
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Vernon Grounds Scholarship Fund

“Here is no unanchored liberalism—freedom to think without commitment. Here is no encrusted dogmatism—commitment without freedom to think. Here is a vibrant evangelicalism—commitment with…
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Walt Cochran International Endowed Scholarship

The Walt Cochran International Endowed Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to train and equip international students, from outside the United Stated and…
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Ward Family Scholarships

Support students who are pursuing God’s call to ministry leadership within a local church. The Wards, both graduates of Denver Seminary, always…
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Windgate Counseling Scholarship

Prepare students to provide hope, healing, and direction in the redemption of the pain in people’s lives. Denver Seminary counseling graduates work…
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Women Engage Scholarship

The Women Engage Scholarship provides tuition assistance for deserving female students demonstrating leadership in their life, education, and ministry.  “The financial aspect…
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Young Life Scholarship

The purpose of the Young Life Scholarship is to provide scholarship assistance for students who exhibit a heart for evangelism and the…