Scholarships open doors that would otherwise remain closed. For many young adults, dreams of building a career, starting a business, or creating something meaningful are often overshadowed by financial constraints and limited opportunities. A scholarship is more than financial aid—it’s a spark that ignites potential and fuels purpose.
At Cumorah Academy, that spark becomes a ripple effect of change that touches lives far beyond the classroom.
The Power of Opportunity
Every young adult carries a dream. Some individuals aspire to become entrepreneurs and establish businesses that generate employment opportunities and benefit their communities. Others aspire to grow professionally, find meaningful careers, or develop skills that will allow them to give back.
Yet, not all dreams have the same starting point. Many young people feel lost, unsure of where to begin or which path to follow. For some, the barriers are practical—tuition fees, living costs, and lack of access to quality education. For others, the obstacles are internal—self-doubt, loneliness, and uncertainty about their worth or purpose.
According to research by Harvard University, 44% of young adults report feeling that they don’t matter to others, and 34% experience loneliness. These are not just statistics—they are silent struggles carried by a generation full of potential.
This is where scholarships—and the people who make them possible—come in.
From Vision to Impact
When Patrick and Allyse Sedivy founded Cumorah Academy, they did so with a clear purpose: to help young adults find direction, build leadership, and live lives grounded in faith and integrity.
What began as a dream in the Czech Republic has evolved into a global community. Every semester, students from around the world come to Cumorah Academy to study leadership, business, and personal development—but they leave with much more than knowledge.
They leave with a new sense of purpose, confidence, and the desire to make a difference. And at the heart of this transformation lies the ripple effect of change created by scholarships.
One Scholarship, Hundreds of Lives
A single scholarship doesn’t just change one life—it creates a chain reaction that extends to families, communities, and even entire nations.
When a young adult receives a scholarship to study at Cumorah Academy, they gain access to education, mentorship, and a network of people who believe in them. They learn leadership by serving others, discover how to communicate effectively, and develop the courage to chase their dreams.
Then, when they return home, they bring all that growth and inspiration with them. They mentor others, start projects, lead teams, volunteer in their churches, and influence their communities.
This is what the ripple effect of change looks like in action.
- Students starting and implementing their business ideas;
- A graduate from Brazil felt more confident to pursue higher leadership positions.
- An alumnus from Peru found transformative experiences in his professional life after returning home.
Each of these stories began with a single act of generosity—a donor who chose to believe in the power of education and gave someone a chance to succeed.
Additionally, each of them interacted with many, many people in their respective communities. How many people felt touched by their example? Thus, they keep the flame they sparked at our campus and spread to others the traits they learned from mentors and teachers.
This shows that the spirit of Cumorah Academy is still alive and will continue to be forever.
The Human Side of Hope
Behind every scholarship is a story of trust. A donor chooses to give, believing that their support will make a difference. And it does—far beyond what can be seen.
Scholarships don’t just fund education; they restore hope. They tell a young person, “You matter. Your potential matters. Your story matters.”
And hope has a multiplying effect. When students feel seen and supported, they begin to see others in the same light. They pay it forward. They serve, they teach, they inspire. Ultimately, becoming leaders who spread that same hope wherever they go.
That’s the ripple effect of change—a continuous wave of goodness that starts with one act of kindness and never truly ends.
Giving Hope: A Season to Make a Difference
This Giving Hope season, you have the opportunity to be part of something extraordinary. Your contribution to Cumorah Academy doesn’t just fund a scholarship—it fuels transformation.
When you Give Hope, you’re helping young adults from across the world access education rooted in purpose, faith, and service. You’re empowering them to rise above challenges, lead with integrity, and bring light to their communities.
Imagine the impact of your gift:
- A student who once felt directionless now discovers their calling.
- A future leader learns how to guide with compassion and courage.
- A young adult uses their education to bless dozens of lives back home.
That’s not just a donation—it’s an investment in humanity. It’s a chance to multiply good in a world that desperately needs it.
Together, We Can Create a Ripple Effect of Change
At Cumorah Academy, every act of giving becomes a seed that grows into something greater. Every scholarship creates opportunities, every student becomes an ambassador of hope, and every donor becomes part of a lasting legacy.
It doesn’t take much to start a ripple effect of change—just one decision to act.
This season, we invite you to Give Hope. Change a Life.
If you’ve ever felt a desire to lift others, to serve with purpose, or to make your blessings count for more, this is your moment. Together, we can open doors for young adults who are ready to lead, serve, and make a positive impact on the world.
Your gift will do more than support a school; it will also help a community. It will transform lives, inspire faith, and empower the rising generation to believe in their purpose.
Give Hope Today
Be part of a movement that believes in the human spirit—the power to grow, to overcome, and to give back. When you support Cumorah Academy, you’re not just donating—you’re becoming part of a living story of hope, courage, and transformation.
Donate today and help us spread hope to the rising generation.
Every scholarship builds a ripple effect of change.
Written by Fernando L. Ferreira Jr.
Supervision by Kamila Uberto Fullmer
