Alabama Nurses Foundation Nursing Scholarships

The Alabama Nurses Foundation (ANF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1984 to serve the nursing profession through educational support, research grants, and benevolent assistance to nurses in crisis. ANF awards scholarships twice yearly (spring and fall) to support nursing students at all levels of education.

Award Categories

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Associate Degree Scholarship: $2,000 per recipient
• Baccalaureate/Undergraduate Nursing Scholarship: $2,000 per recipient
• Graduate/Doctoral-Level Nursing Scholarship: $2,500 per recipient

Geographic Scope

• Primary: Alabama-based nursing programs
• Open to: Students from across Alabama and beyond enrolled in nursing programs

Eligibility

• Enrolled in accredited nursing programs (LPN, Associate, Baccalaureate, or Graduate/Doctoral)
• Demonstrated academic excellence
• Dedication to nursing profession
• Commitment to improving healthcare in communities
• Must be attending Alabama-based nursing institutions

Funding Sources

• $42 of every "Nurses Save Lives" specialty auto license tag purchase goes toward scholarship funding
• Individual donations
• Foundation grants

Background

• In 2015, the "Nurses Save Lives" specialty auto license tags were approved by the Alabama Legislature
• Popularity of tags has grown annually, enabling ANF to increase scholarship awards
• Plans to add programs for research grants and benevolence assistance to nurses

Contact Information

• Executive Director: Dr. John Ziegler
• Email: info@alabamanursesfoundation.org
• Website: https://www.alabamanursesfoundation.org/

Application Process

Deadline: May 15 (Spring cycle); November 15 (Fall cycle)

Steps:

1. Verify eligibility as a student in an accredited Alabama nursing program
2. Gather required application materials
3. Complete application form
4. Submit application before deadline

Required Materials:

• Application form
• Academic records demonstrating excellence
• Evidence of dedication to nursing profession
• Documentation of commitment to improving healthcare in communities

Submission Format:

• Applications available on the Alabama Nurses Foundation website
• Submit according to instructions provided on application portal

Selection Criteria:

• Academic excellence
• Dedication to nursing profession
• Strong commitment to improving healthcare in communities
• Community involvement
• Compassionate nature
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Ability to overcome significant challenges

Note: Application process is described as "simple and straightforward." Multiple recipients are likely in each category.