Best Nursing Grants in Delaware

Graduate-level registered nurses in the U.S. studying maternal-infant and pediatric nursing can receive scholarship support for advanced degrees through the Allison Adams Wieczorek Scholarship. With a mission to promote nursing leadership, Nurses Educational Funds provides funding to master’s and doctoral students in accredited nursing programs, which may benefit Delaware nurses pursuing higher education.

U.S. registered nurses pursuing accredited graduate nursing degrees and seeking scholarship support for advanced study can apply for the Barbara L. Tate Scholarship, which supports master’s and doctoral education. Focused on nursing leadership and higher education, Nurses Educational Funds invites nurses, including those in Delaware, to further studies in nursing education, practice, research, or administration.

Graduate-level registered nurses in Delaware pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees in accredited nursing programs can receive scholarship support for advanced study and leadership development. Grants from Nurses Educational Funds help nurses with strong academic records and professional association membership, with preference for those preparing to become exemplary nurse educators and advance nursing education practice and research.

Delaware graduate-level nurses can access funding through Nurses Educational Funds for master’s or doctoral study in accredited U.S. nursing programs. Applicants must be RNs with strong academic records and at least two semesters remaining; the Charles Hamlin Scholarship gives preference to those with Native American heritage, orthopedic focus, or commitment to preventing healthcare burnout.

Delaware registered nurses pursuing accredited master’s or doctoral nursing degrees can access funding through Nurses Educational Funds to support advanced nursing education and leadership development. Applicants must hold a current U.S. RN license, belong to a national nursing association or honor society, maintain at least a 3.6 GPA, and have significant graded credits remaining in their graduate program.

Graduate-level nurses pursuing PhD or EdD programs with a community home/health focus or historical research emphasis can receive scholarship support through the M. Louise Fitzpatrick Nursing Scholarship Award. Focused on advancing nursing leadership, Nurses Educational Funds invites eligible U.S. RNs, including those in Delaware, enrolled in accredited graduate nursing programs to apply.

Delaware nurses pursuing doctoral degrees in accredited graduate nursing programs can access funding for advanced study and leadership development. Delaware nursing professionals meeting Nurses Educational Funds’ requirements—current U.S. RN license, national nursing association membership, strong GPA, and at least 12–40 graded credits completed—may be eligible for the M. Janice Nelson Scholarship supporting nursing education and professional service.

Graduate-level nurses pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees in accredited U.S. nursing programs can receive scholarship support for clinical nursing leadership and scholarship. Focused on advancing nursing, Nurses Educational Funds invites Delaware nurses who are RNs, association members, and high-achieving graduate students with remaining semesters to apply; funds are paid directly to recipients.

Black registered nurses in doctoral nursing programs, including those in Delaware, can receive scholarship support for advanced study and leadership development. Nurses Educational Funds supports graduate-level nursing education nationwide, with this award reserved for African American nurses enrolled in accredited doctoral programs who meet strict academic, licensure, and professional membership requirements.

Delaware nurses pursuing doctoral education can access funding through Nurses Educational Funds’ Maxine E. Elkan Scholarship to support graduate-level nursing study. Eligible applicants are U.S. RNs in accredited PhD or EdD nursing programs with strong academic records and at least two semesters remaining, with preference for those preparing for careers as nurse educators.

Graduate-level registered nurses in geriatric-focused programs can receive scholarship support for master’s or doctoral study through the Mathy Mezey Scholarship, a national award that includes Delaware. Grants from Nurses Educational Funds help U.S. RNs in accredited nursing programs, with strong academic records and at least two semesters remaining, advance in nursing education, practice, research, or administration.

U.S. registered nurses pursuing accredited graduate nursing degrees can apply for Nurses Educational Funds’ Columbia University–Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association/J. Margaret Ada Mutch Scholarship to support master’s or doctoral study. Delaware nurses meeting the GPA, credit, licensure, and professional membership requirements may be eligible if they have at least two semesters of study remaining.

Graduate-level registered nurses in the U.S. pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees in accredited nursing programs can apply for Nurses Educational Funds’ Columbia University – Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association/Penny Hund West Scholarship. Delaware nurses meeting NEF’s academic, licensure, and professional membership requirements may be eligible, with preference for Columbia University School of Nursing students or alumni.

Graduate-level nurses in the U.S., including those in Delaware, pursuing doctoral study in nursing education can apply for the Cynthia Davis Sculco Scholarship from Nurses Educational Funds. Eligible applicants must be RNs, U.S. citizens or legal residents, active in a professional nursing association, and enrolled with strong academic standing in an accredited graduate nursing program.

Delaware graduate-level nurses pursuing master’s or doctoral study in nursing education or public health can access funding through Nurses Educational Funds’ Edith M. Pritchard Scholarship. Eligible applicants must be U.S. RNs with strong academic records enrolled in accredited nursing programs, with at least two semesters of study remaining after the June award notification.

Graduate-level nurses pursuing master’s or doctoral study in accredited U.S. nursing programs may be eligible for the Eleanor C. Lambertsen Scholarship supporting advanced nursing education and leadership. Nurses Educational Funds awards this scholarship nationally; Delaware nurses meeting RN licensure, association membership, GPA, and credit-completion requirements may benefit.

MetroWest Health Foundation

The MetroWest Health Foundation is an independent health philanthropy whose mission is to improve the health status of the community, its individuals, and families through informed and innovative leadership.

The foundation meets the health needs of our region's residents by supporting community-based and community driven programs. We encourage and foster leadership on critical health issues. We are a grantmaker, convener and facilitator, working to provide resources, information, ideas and advocacy for community change. Since its inception in 1999, the foundation has provided more than $50 million in financial support that helps residents and their families lead healthier lives.

MetroWest Health Foundation: Nursing Scholarship

Scholarships are provided to students who are residents of one of the 25 towns in our MetroWest service area. Students must be accepted into an eligible nursing program at an accredited academic institution.

Tuition scholarships are awarded for a maximum of up to $4,000 per academic year. Students can receive a maximum of 4 scholarships. Applicants are eligible to reapply on an annual basis.

Joseph L. Ruby Student Scholarship Fund

Established in honor of former Direction Home Akron Canton President and CEO Joseph Ruby to award scholarships to students enrolled in gerontology, social work, nursing or a related health care program.

Amount:

• $5,000 or more

Number of awards:

• Varies

Renewal:

• Must reapply annually by submission of a new application.

Communities Foundation of Oklahoma

The Communities Foundation of Oklahoma stems from the vision of Tom McCasland Jr., and Gene Rainbolt. Two decades ago, these gentlemen formed a shared vision to create a single philanthropic organization to serve the charitable needs to rural communities across the great state of Oklahoma. Today, CFO has grown to assist hundreds of efforts in more than 45 counties.

At the Communities Foundation of Oklahoma, we believe in the power of connecting individuals, nonprofits, businesses, and communities. Because when passionate people are paired with purposes they care about most, the communities in Oklahoma will prosper. We aim to strategically distribute charitable funds, maximize our donors’ impact, and strengthen their communities through stewardship and commitment to sustainable change.

2027 Cherokee Nation Nursing Scholarship

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to Cherokee Nation students pursuing college degrees in nursing no matter the residence of the student. You must currently be enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program (no prerequisites). Payback period required upon program completion, in the Cherokee Nation Reservation. This application is for members of the Cherokee Nation ONLY.

Community Foundation of Henderson County

Community Foundation of Henderson County was incorporated in 1982 by a group of fourteen dedicated and compassionate local leaders with the immediate need to manage two funds - the William C. Armstrong Scholarship Fund and the Charlie Renfrow Scholarship Fund, in addition to providing a permanent vehicle for citizens to give back to their community.

Our Mission is to help people who care make lasting contributions to causes that matter. The Community Foundation of Henderson County is a highly visible, philanthropic leader directed by an engaged and committed board, staffed by qualified employees, empowering donors at all levels to invest in professionally managed charitable funds that address community needs.

Fredrick E. and Mary Meyer Scholarship

Applicant must demonstrate financial need and be pursuing a degree to become a registered nurse (RN). The scholarship is renewable. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 average in order to have their scholarship renewed.

About Community Foundation of Henderson County

• Mission: Helping people who care make lasting contributions to causes that matter.
• Vision: Community Foundation of Henderson County is a highly visible, philanthropic leader directed by an engaged and committed board, staffed by qualified employees, empowering donors at all levels to invest in professionally managed charitable funds that address community needs.

About Eleanor M. Kutchoodon Scholarship

Applicants must demonstrate need and have a strong desire for higher education in the field of nursing.

This is a renewable scholarship.

Community Foundation of Henderson County

Community Foundation of Henderson County was incorporated in 1982 by a group of fourteen dedicated and compassionate local leaders with the immediate need to manage two funds - the William C. Armstrong Scholarship Fund and the Charlie Renfrow Scholarship Fund, in addition to providing a permanent vehicle for citizens to give back to their community.

Our Mission is to help people who care make lasting contributions to causes that matter. The Community Foundation of Henderson County is a highly visible, philanthropic leader directed by an engaged and committed board, staffed by qualified employees, empowering donors at all levels to invest in professionally managed charitable funds that address community needs.

Lorina Culpepper Career in Nursing Scholarship

Candidates for this scholarship will be currently employed in the nursing field in Henderson County and pursuing an advanced certificate or degree in nursing.

Community Foundation of Henderson County

Individuals, families, organizations and businesses establish funds at the Foundation to carry out their charitable giving now and in the future.

Community Foundation of Henderson County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public charity, governed by a volunteer board of directors, that has been assisting donors fulfill their philanthropic dreams since 1982.

Our Mission: Helping people who care make lasting contributions to causes that matter.

Scholarships

Community Foundation of Henderson County's Scholarship Program began in 1984. Thanks to the generosity of passionate donors, over 2,000 traditional and non-traditional students have been provided more than $10 million in scholarships to pursue higher education.

Sigrun M. Mapes Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is to provide financial support to a student seeking to attain a degree in the field of Nursing at an accredited institution. Student must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program at an accredited community college, meet and maintain the academic standards as set by the educational institution, be a legal resident of Henderson County, and demonstrate financial need.

Oncology Nursing Foundation

The mission of the Oncology Nursing Foundation is to support cancer nursing excellence.

Since 1981, the Oncology Nursing Foundation(ONF), through generous contributions from individuals and institutions, has provided more than $33 million in funding to support oncology nursing education, research and leadership development. This funding has translated to career development awards, academic scholarships, research grants, a myriad of specialized educational initiatives, as well as nurse resiliency support. The Foundation’s activities have played a critical role in improving patient care and advancing the oncology nursing profession.

Radiation Oncology Certified Nurse (ROCN™) Exam Scholarship

Recipients receive funding to cover the ONCC ROCN™ Certification exam fee.

Purpose

To support registered oncology nurses who specialize in providing care for adult or pediatric patients with cancer undergoing radiation therapy by providing funding support to cover the ROCN™ Certification exam fee. 

Thomas E. and Marian L. Overby Scholarship

Amount

• $1000
• Active
• Renewable

This scholarship is to provide financial support for an individual pursuing a degree in the field of nursing. The scholarship recipient shall be under the age of 50 seeking education beyond the high school level to become a nurse or certified nursing assistant.

Washington County Community Foundation

The Washington County Community Foundation seeks to improve the quality of life in Washington County by promoting and facilitating philanthropy. We accomplish this by assuming four philanthropic roles of Grantmaker, Donor Service Organization, Fundraiser, and Community Leader. 

Fostering philanthropy by offering charitable gifting opportunities to donors on an individualized basis and at reasonable fees, we make charitable giving easier, more satisfying, and more effective. We broadly support the Washington County community by awarding grants in eight focus areas as follows: Animal Welfare, Arts & Humanities, Community Improvement & Economic Development, Conservation & Environment, Education, Health & Fitness, Human Needs, and Religion & Faith.

Washington County Visiting Nurses Scholarship Fund

The Foundation provides a limited number of need-based and merit-based scholarships to qualifying students attending a graduate school or other educational institution.

Armstrong County Community Foundation (The Community Foundation Serving the Heart of Western Pennsylvania)

In 1997 Merchants National Bank, an Armstrong County community bank, marked its 100th anniversary. The centennial celebration included a unique expression of gratitude to the community in the form of $100,000 to be used as a seed fund to initiate a community foundation for Armstrong County. The bank challenged the community to keep the principal balance of the endowed funds intact and spend only a portion of the interest earnings to ensure a lasting legacy.

The Armstrong County Community Foundation, a public nonprofit corporation,

• Gives grants, scholarships, and organizational support to address the needs of our community.
• Builds a permanent endowment to help our donors create a legacy through this endowment.
• Promotes informed philanthropy to increase and sustain charitable resources for the region.
• Provides leadership and builds partnerships to identify and solve community issues.

Evelyn Benton Nursing Scholarship

Evelyn Benton was a wonderful mother, friend and mentor. As a professional nurse, Evelyn had empathy, kindness and respect for her patients. She inspired and encouraged her colleagues and co-workers and was a role model for so many throughout her life. The Evelyn Benton Nursing Scholarship was established in 2005 in memory of Evelyn by her family.