Eileen S. and Earl C. Whittemore Advance Practiced/Nurse Practitioner Scholarship
$2,500
Description
**Purpose and sponsor**
This scholarship provides a one-time $2,500 award to support a nurse pursuing advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) education. The Mississippi Nurses Foundation (MNF) administers the award on behalf of the Eileen S. and Earl C. Whittemore, Jr Fund, a fund of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation. The award applies to the 2026–2027 academic year and is intended to be used for accredited nurse practitioner (NP) study.
Key takeaways:
- $2,500 scholarship for APRN/NP students
- Administered by the Mississippi Nurses Foundation (MNF)
- Funded by the Eileen S. & Earl C. Whittemore, Jr Fund (Gulf Coast...
Description
**Purpose and sponsor**
This scholarship provides a one-time $2,500 award to support a nurse pursuing advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) education. The Mississippi Nurses Foundation (MNF) administers the award on behalf of the Eileen S. and Earl C. Whittemore, Jr Fund, a fund of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation. The award applies to the 2026–2027 academic year and is intended to be used for accredited nurse practitioner (NP) study.
Key takeaways:
- $2,500 scholarship for APRN/NP students
- Administered by the Mississippi Nurses Foundation (MNF)
- Funded by the Eileen S. & Earl C. Whittemore, Jr Fund (Gulf Coast...
Sidney B. Meadows Scholarship
$2,000
About the scholarship
This award honors the late Sidney B. Meadows, a widely respected leader in horticulture who was celebrated for his humanitarian contributions to the industry. Meadows was a strong advocate for student support, convinced that investing in education was essential to sustaining and advancing all segments of horticulture. His commitment has helped fund scholarships for many students each year, and with ongoing contributions, additional deserving applicants will continue to benefit.
Eligibility
1. Enrollment: Applicant must be enrolled full time, in good academic standing, in an accredited four-year college or university program in ornamental horticulture or a closely related...
About the scholarship
This award honors the late Sidney B. Meadows, a widely respected leader in horticulture who was celebrated for his humanitarian contributions to the industry. Meadows was a strong advocate for student support, convinced that investing in education was essential to sustaining and advancing all segments of horticulture. His commitment has helped fund scholarships for many students each year, and with ongoing contributions, additional deserving applicants will continue to benefit.
Eligibility
1. Enrollment: Applicant must be enrolled full time, in good academic standing, in an accredited four-year college or university program in ornamental horticulture or a closely related...
Stuck at Prom Scholarship
$10,000
Introduction Duck Brand is marking the 26th anniversary of its Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest, and you’re invited to join the celebration. More than 8,500 students have crafted unique promwear from Duck Brand tapes in past contests — now it’s your turn to design something eye-catching and compete for scholarship awards. How the contest works — three simple steps 1) Create Design and wear original prom attire made with Duck Brand duct tape and/or Duck Brand crafting tape. Be sure to capture the moment with a high-resolution photograph. Refer to the official rules for full specifications. 2) Submit Complete the...
Introduction Duck Brand is marking the 26th anniversary of its Stuck At Prom Scholarship Contest, and you’re invited to join the celebration. More than 8,500 students have crafted unique promwear from Duck Brand tapes in past contests — now it’s your turn to design something eye-catching and compete for scholarship awards. How the contest works — three simple steps 1) Create Design and wear original prom attire made with Duck Brand duct tape and/or Duck Brand crafting tape. Be sure to capture the moment with a high-resolution photograph. Refer to the official rules for full specifications. 2) Submit Complete the...
SE4A Scholarships
$2,500
Overview
**Description**
The SE4A Scholarship supports students pursuing careers in gerontology or geriatrics by providing targeted financial assistance. It is intended to encourage academic and professional development in aging-related fields within the Southeastern United States. The program is administered by the Southeastern Association of Area Agencies on Aging (SE4A) and complements other SE4A initiatives to strengthen the regional aging network.
Key takeaways:
- Supports careers in gerontology and geriatrics.
- Focused on students in the Southeastern U.S.
- Administered by SE4A to strengthen the aging workforce.
Eligibility
**Who can apply**
Applicants must be currently enrolled as a junior, senior, or...
Overview
**Description**
The SE4A Scholarship supports students pursuing careers in gerontology or geriatrics by providing targeted financial assistance. It is intended to encourage academic and professional development in aging-related fields within the Southeastern United States. The program is administered by the Southeastern Association of Area Agencies on Aging (SE4A) and complements other SE4A initiatives to strengthen the regional aging network.
Key takeaways:
- Supports careers in gerontology and geriatrics.
- Focused on students in the Southeastern U.S.
- Administered by SE4A to strengthen the aging workforce.
Eligibility
**Who can apply**
Applicants must be currently enrolled as a junior, senior, or...
