Apply for a BFI academic scholarship during the month of January. Online applications will be made live on January 1, 2026.

Baptist Foundation of Illinois

Helping God's people respond to His call of stewardship

BFI Offering 3.75% on Cash

BFI is now offering 3.75% on Cash Management accounts. Cash accounts are fully liquid and can be transferred to and from your bank in 24-48 hours. To open a new BFI cash account, complete the online application using the buttons below.

Individual Account Application

Organization Account Application

Our Mission

Baptist Foundation of Illinois encourages Illinois Baptists to respond, both individually and corporately, to God’s call of stewardship upon their lives, connecting them with ministry opportunities that transform the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.