Ohio Nurses Foundation Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Ohio Nurses Association
About the Ohio Nurses Foundation
The Ohio Nurses Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Ohio Nurses Association and a 501(c)(3) charity founded in 2002. Since its founding, the Foundation has awarded more than $125,000 in scholarships and grants to Ohio students and nurse researchers. Donor contributions support its scholarships and grants, helping advance nursing education, research, and the future of healthcare.
- The Foundation funds scholarships and grants for Ohio students and nurse researchers.
- Donations help support nursing education and research.
Scholarship Programs
The Foundation offers scholarships for nursing students and nurses at different stages of their education. Eligibility varies by program, including criteria related to licensure, degree goals, education history, and residency. The opportunities include the following:
- RN Pursuing an Advanced Degree in Nursing: For registered nurses pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in nursing.
- RN Pursuing a BSN: For registered nurses pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- LPN Pursuing RN Licensure: For licensed practical nurses working toward becoming registered nurses.
- Minority Scholarship: For Ohio residents of a minority race, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) students, pursuing their first nursing degree leading to RN licensure. Applicants must not have a break of more than two years in their formal education.
- Traditional Nursing Student Scholarship: For students with no break in formal education longer than two years between high school and college who have not yet obtained a degree.
- Students Returning to School for Nursing Scholarship: For students who have been out of school for more than two years and are not registered nurses.
Joylynn Daniels Scholarship
The Joylynn Daniels Scholarship supports registered nurses enrolled in an RN-to-BSN program. Applicants must meet the scholarship’s eligibility requirements and submit the requested application information and materials. Applications must be received by the January deadline in each year the scholarship is offered.
Eligibility: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Be enrolled full time or part time in an RN-to-BSN program and provide proof of enrollment.
- Hold an active RN license.
- Live in the Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky tristate area and work as an RN in Ohio.
- Be a member in good standing of the Ohio Nurses Association.
- Be in good academic standing with a GPA of at least 2.5.
- Plan to remain enrolled for at least one semester after the scholarship is awarded.
Application Timeline: The application must be received no later than the January deadline in the year the scholarship is offered. The application includes the applicant’s name and full-time or part-time status, anticipated graduation date, and the number of credit hours remaining to complete the degree. Applicants must also submit an essay of no more than 500 words.
Essay Prompts: The essay should address the following questions:
- What led you to return to school to earn your BSN?
- What are your future professional goals?
- What else should the scholarship committee know that may support your selection for this award?