As an unrestricted fund, Bethlehem University Foundation Annual Fund serves three purposes: 1) to make grant funding available to Bethlehem University for annual use, 2) to fund the needs of Bethlehem University Foundation, 3) to make future grants available to Bethlehem University by investing in the endowment.
The Annual Fund sustains the Foundation’s work in the United States and supports Bethlehem University’s core mission, including academic programs, faculty excellence, scholarships, and essential resources that help students continue their education despite the economic pressures facing families in the Holy Land.
Donors who wish to provide a sustaining and lasting future for Bethlehem University may do so by establishing an Endowed Fund or Endowed Scholarship through the Bethlehem University Foundation.
The Foundation invests each gift in the United States and uses the earnings to provide annual, ongoing support for the designated purpose.
Nursing Major
Emad has just completed his first year as a nursing student at Bethlehem University. He lives in a refugee camp with his family. For Emad, life is difficult and it is challenging to find a job. Due to the close proximity of houses in the refugee camp, everyday life is marked by a lack of privacy. Within this environment he is still pursuing his education. Without the benefit of a scholarship, this would not be possible as there is no work for him and his father lost his job as a government official employee.
Emad sees his education at Bethlehem University as an opportunity to assist his family. With a good paying job as a nurse, he will be able to help his family leave the camp and obtain a better quality of life. He is grateful for the many donors who make this opportunity possible as it “takes a huge burden off their shoulders.”
Accounting Major/Marketing Minor
Abdalrhman lives in Hebron, the second largest city in the West Bank, about 14 miles southwest of Bethlehem. He is an accounting major with a minor in marketing. Upon graduation, he aspires to put his “full potential into his business and also help his father with his wholesale businesses.”
In reflecting on what he has learned from his father and grandfather about success, Abdalrhman wishes to emulate them, “I was taught that the money we earn does not belong completely to us, it belongs to the less fortunate people, they are the priority, not your bank account, and I want to grow this seed in the family.”
Bethlehem University has given him both education and experience, but he notes that the University, “grows your personality and social life, your networking skills, and how you attract people that could help you. It’s the environment and the diversity of students that means so much.”
Physical Therapy Major
Ameer is a third-year student who majors in Physical Therapy. He lives just north of Hebron, in the primarily agricultural town of Halhul which is about 11 miles southwest of Bethlehem.
As Ameer sees it, “Bethlehem university provides the best teaching staff, high practical skills, and a broad base of information to enlighten students throughout their 4-year studying journey.” Through Physical Therapy, Ameer can focus on helping people when they need it most, “physical therapy is my way in bringing the light amongst people who have lost some hope in the world.”
Upon completion of his degree, Ameer has two goals, to open a physical therapy center and a Mexican restaurant!
Medical Laboratory Sciences Major/Biology Minior
A native of Bethlehem and dedicated fourth-year student at BU, Nardine majors in Medical Laboratory Sciences with a minor in Biology. Her unwavering curiosity about the intricacies of human physiology led her to select BU’s Medical Lab Sciences program. After graduation, she is hoping to have the opportunity to apply to a Master’s Program in Genetics, as this field is critically needed in hospitals in Palestine.
Undoubtedly, these four years have been filled with both challenges and memorable moments. As she reflects upon her time at Bethlehem University, it is, “with profound gratitude, I am deeply appreciative of the opportunities and support provided during those four years. Bethlehem University will forever hold a special place in my heart as I begin a new chapter in my life. I will always cherish the memories and experiences gained at Bethlehem University.”
إن إنشاء منحة دراسية في مؤسسة جامعة بيت لحم هي هدية دائمة تغطي كل عام الرسوم الدراسية للطالب المحتاج في جامعة بيت لحم. المنحة الدراسية، التي تحمل اسم منظمة أو تكريمًا/ذكرى فرد، هي "منحة دراسية إلى الأبد"، تسمح لمؤسسة جامعة بيت لحم باستثمار هديتك وإرسال الدخل السنوي إلى جامعة بيت لحم.
يمكن العثور على قائمة كاملة بالمنح الدراسية والصناديق الممنوحة هنا.
Scholarship recipients are selected by Bethlehem University based on need and academic merit. With a gift of $30,000, you can establish an Endowed Scholarship. An Endowed Scholarship is fully funded at $100,000 and will cover the full costs associated with educating one student at Bethlehem University each year. With an initial payment of at least $30,000 accompanied by a signed Pledge Agreement, an Endowed Scholarship will be established by the Foundation.
تم إنشاء صناديق الوقف لتمويل كليات (مدارس) أو برامج محددة في الجامعة، ولتقديم الدعم العام للجامعة، ولتمويل التطوير التعليمي، ولتمويل البرامج في المؤسسة، أو لاستخدامات أخرى على النحو المحدد من قبل الجهة المانحة. تتم إدارة أموال الوقف من قبل مجلس إدارة المؤسسة ويتم استثمارها مع T. Rowe Price. مع هدية أولية بقيمة $30,000 وتعهد بمبلغ لا يقل عن $100,000 يُدفع على مدى 5 سنوات، يمكنك إنشاء صندوق وقفي في مؤسسة جامعة بيت لحم. يرجى ملاحظة أن العديد من صناديق الوقف يتم إنشاؤها بواسطة أفراد أو منظمات تقوم بتجميع التبرعات.
If you would like to partner with BUF and establish an endowed scholarship or fund, please contact Kathy Carver, [info@bufusa.org] للحصول على معلومات إضافية.