Jennifer D. Hale Memorial Scholarship
Jennifer D. Hale was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She passed away suddenly at the age of fifty-one, leaving behind a legacy of resilience in the face of adversity and service to others.
Jennifer was a teenage mother, having her first daughter at age 17. She went on to obtain a Master of Science in Nursing, Healthcare Systems Management and spent more than 16 years in geriatric and hospice nursing. She went on to spend the last 16 years of her career in executive leadership positions in Hospice organizations, ending her career as a Vice President of Clinical and Quality Standards.
This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Jennifer D. Hale by supporting students who are pursuing their dreams in the field of nursing.
Any high school or undergraduate student who is a teen mom or a former teen mom may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they plan to pursue a nursing degree.
To apply, tell us how being a teen mom has affected your academic journey and goals and why you’re pursuing nursing.
How has your experience as a teen mom impacted your educational journey and your goals for the future? Why did you choose to pursue a career in nursing?
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The application deadline is May 21, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jun 21, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 21, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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