Write the vision and make it plain. Habakkuk 2:2
About Edward Chisolm
Edward was born in 1959 into a family of four in Hardeeville, South Carolina. He can be best described as a warm, caring, generous, kind, and considerate man of God. A humble individual who loves the Lord, Edward takes great pride in being the father of two beautiful adult children, Corey (38) and Michelle (36). He is also the proud grandfather to a beautiful granddaughter, Emoree (4 months old).
Edward served six years in the U.S. Army as a Medical Specialist and received the Expert Field Medical Badge, the highest peacetime honor awarded to a medic. He is the Executive Director for the Partnership for Children of Lenoir and Greene Counties in Greenville, North Carolina.
Over the past 34 years, Edward has dedicated his life to advocating for children, youth, and families.
A former Annie E. Casey Foundation Fellow, Edward holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Talladega College (1983) and a Master’s in Health Services Administration from Central Michigan University (1987).
He is also a devoted and impactful teacher of God’s Word and a certified instructor in Christian Education in the following courses, including Baptist Doctrine, Effective Bible Reading, The Art of Working with Black Youth, The Black Church and Social Justice, Introduction to the New Testament, Doctrine of the Holy Spirit, and Blacks in the Bible.
Edward is the author of several books, including "40 Daily Thoughts for the Christian Soldier" (Volumes 1 & 2), "23 Daily Thoughts for the Young Christian Soldier," "From the Diary of a Black Man’s Mind: From Demagogue to Disciple," "Manna All Day," and his first children’s book titled "They Call Me Mr."
In his spare time, Edward enjoys watching sports and movies, listening to music, traveling, and, of course, studying and teaching God’s Word. His motto is: “Do your best, and God will do the rest!”
CERTIFIED COURSES
Blacks in the Bible
The Black Church & Social Justice
In this course, Bro. Edward walks students through the Bible while identifying the people of African descent in Scripture in every book of the Bible.
The Black Church & Social Justice
The Black Church & Social Justice
The premise of the course is the concept that the Creator is a God of Righteousness. Students will investigate the historical and current role of the black church in political and social justice issues, and how to establish social justice ministries in their churches.
Baptist Doctrine
By the end of the course, students will learn the basic tenets of the Baptist denomination and how they should be incorporated in their daily lives.
Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
The Impact of Culture on the Church
By the end of this course, students will learn the present, power and ministries of the Holy Spirit. We will investigate how the Spirit works in the lives of individual Christians and the Body of Christ.
Effective Bible Reading and Study
The Impact of Culture on the Church
The Impact of Culture on the Church
In this dynamic course, students will be empowered by understanding how to properly interpret biblical text in its original context, and how to apply the rules of hermeneutics to arrive at the correct interpretation of Scripture how to apply it to our current circumstances.
The Impact of Culture on the Church
The Impact of Culture on the Church
The Impact of Culture on the Church
By the end of the course, students will discuss the impact that modern culture has had on the church and vice versa.
Introduction to the New Testament
*How to Become a Strong Christian Black Man
*How to Become a Strong Christian Black Man
By the end of the course, black men will know the biblical values, skills, and principles to become a strong Christian man.
*How to Become a Strong Christian Black Man
*How to Become a Strong Christian Black Man
*How to Become a Strong Christian Black Man
By the end of the course, black men will know the biblical values, skills, and principles to become a strong Christian man.
*Edward plans to get certified in this class in 2025.*
Things that will be covered in Effective Bible Reading & Study….
a. What is a biblical worldview?
b. Preparing Our Hearts to study the Bible
c. Inductive Bible Study
d. Examining Bible Study Methods
e. Hindrances to Effective Bible Study
Fact or Faction
- Study finds Only 9% of Self-Identified Christians Hold to a Biblical Worldview
- 50 percent of adults interviewed agreed that Christianity is no longer the faith that Americans automatically accept as their personal faith.
- Six out of 10 Gen Z say that lying to protect your personal best interests is morally acceptable.
- Less than half of all adults embrace the Bible as their primary guide to ministry.
Are you ready to study?
If your church or ministry is interested in taking a course in how to properly and effectively read and study the Bible for all that its worth, this is the course for you!!!
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” 2 Timothy 3:16
WELCOME TO EC CONSULTING SERVICES!
**E.C. Consulting Services** is a human resource firm that specializes in nonprofit development and management. Founded by Edward Chisolm, who serves as President, the firm has been operating for over 25 years. Edward brings more than 30 years of experience and expertise to the table in areas such as nonprofit management, strategic planning, grant writing, fundraising, financial planning, and board development.
Located in Greenville, North Carolina, E.C. Consulting primarily focuses on startup and emerging nonprofits that need assistance with establishing their nonprofit incorporation status and obtaining 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS. Whether this is your first time organizing a nonprofit or you're facing challenges getting started, E.C. Consulting is the right choice for you.
Our motto is, “Your Business is Our Business.” We believe that the key to a successful nonprofit organization is to treat it like a business. What is your vision? What is your mission? What are your goals? How will you raise the capital you need? It all begins with understanding the fundamentals of nonprofit formation and the importance of developing a mission that serves the public interest.
If you are passionate about helping others, committed to making a difference, and ready to pursue a dream that has been put on hold, let E.C. Consulting Services assist you in realizing your aspirations today. As a wise Chinese proverb states, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now.”
If you desire a workshop regarding obtaining your 501 C 3, here is some of what you will learn:
____ What does it mean to be tax-exempted?
____ How much does it cost?
____ How long does it take?
____ Understanding what a charity means?
____ Filling out Form 1023
____ Understanding the approval process
____ 10 Ways to Lose Tax-Exempt Status
These and other useful tips and insights will be thoroughly covered. Book your workshop today!!!
See Fee Structure For Cost
Items that we will cover in the board development training:
• Starting with Why?
• Vision Statement vs. Mission Statement
• Strategic Planning
• Assessing Community Needs
• Grant Writing & Fund Development Strategies
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Results Based Accountability
• Bylaws
“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works”
Hebrews 10:24-25
FEE STRUCTURE
Nonprofit Development (State)
501 C3 Tax Exempted Status (Federal)
501 C3 Tax Exempted Status (Federal)
- Filing Fee (Form 227) $100.00
- Notice to Incorporate $40.00
- Consulting Fee $100.00
Grand Total $240.00
501 C3 Tax Exempted Status (Federal)
501 C3 Tax Exempted Status (Federal)
501 C3 Tax Exempted Status (Federal)
- Filing Fee $750.00
- Consulting Fee $650.00
- Total $1,400
Grand Total $1,640
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
501 C3 Tax Exempted Status (Federal)
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
- Nonprofit Development
- Strategic Planning
- Board Development
- Grant Writing
- Fundraising
- Nonprofit Collaboration
Contact Me
Questions or Comments?
You can message me or ask me a general question using this form.
I will do my best to get back to you as soon as possible!
Edward Chisolm
