Alabama Nurses Foundation Nursing Scholarships (Spring and Fall)

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Alabama Nurses Foundation Inc

Foundation Semi-annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

$2,000 - $2,500 per award

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Twice a year
Tracked since: April 2026

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Other requirements

Enrolled in accredited nursing programs throughout Alabama
Demonstrated academic excellence
Dedication to nursing profession
Commitment to improving healthcare outcomes

Overview

Alabama Nurses Foundation Nursing Scholarships

Organization: Alabama Nurses Foundation (ANF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 1984

Geographic Scope: Alabama

Focus Areas:

Support for nursing education at multiple levels

Financial assistance for aspiring nurses pursuing degrees in nursing

Award Categories:
The foundation awards scholarships in three categories:

LPN/Associate Degree Scholarships: $2,000 each

Undergraduate/Baccalaureate Scholarships: $2,000 each

Graduate-level Scholarships: $2,500 each

Historical awards have ranged from $3,000 per award (2023) to $2,000-$2,500 per award (2024-2025). In Spring 2025, ANF awarded 33 total scholarships totaling $73,000 in funding.

Eligibility Requirements:

Enrolled in accredited nursing programs throughout Alabama

Demonstrated academic excellence

Dedication to nursing profession

Commitment to improving healthcare outcomes

Community involvement

Compassionate nature

Program Details:

Scholarships awarded twice annually: fall and spring rounds

Highly competitive selection process

Scholarship Committee conducts rigorous review of applications

Support available to students from Alabama-based nursing schools and beyond

Recipients represent various nursing education levels

Funding Source:
Scholarships are primarily funded through sales of the "Nurses Save Lives" specialty auto license tags ($42 of each purchase goes toward scholarships), individual donations, and foundation resources.

Mission Statement:
The ANF is committed to supporting nursing education and the development of future nursing leaders. Through scholarships and grants, ANF empowers aspiring nurses to pursue their educational and professional dreams, advancing the nursing profession and improving healthcare outcomes in Alabama.

Contact Information:

Dr. John Ziegler, Executive Director

Email: info@alabamanursesfoundation.org

Website: alabamanursesfoundation.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Spring 2025 Application Details:

Applications accepted for spring scholarship round

Deadline: Varies by year (Spring 2024 deadline was May 15, 2024)

Fall 2024 deadline was December 1, 2024

How to Apply:
1. Visit the Alabama Nurses Foundation website at alabamanursesfoundation.org
2. Locate and review scholarship application forms for your category (LPN/Associate, Undergraduate, or Graduate)
3. Complete application form with required information
4. Submit application by stated deadline

Application Materials Required:
While specific materials are not detailed in provided content, typical nursing scholarship applications generally require:

Completed application form

Academic transcripts

Evidence of enrollment in accredited nursing program

Essay or narrative responses demonstrating commitment to nursing

Letters of recommendation (may be required)

Information about academic achievements and community involvement

Important Notes:

Application process is described as "simple and straightforward"

Applicants should gather materials well in advance of deadlines

The foundation encourages eligible nursing students to apply

Multiple recipients selected in each category annually

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What Alabama Nurses Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 8
Total given: $123K
Median grant: $14K
Range: $10K–$25K

By dollars: Alabama 100%. Top recipient cities: Jacksonville, AL; Birmingham, AL; Bay Minette, AL.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
92% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

Coastal Alabama Community College · Bay Minette, AL

Nursing educational scholarship

$25K
University of South Alabama · Mobile, AL

Nursing educational scholarship

$20K
Jacksonville State · Jacksonville, AL

Nursing educational scholarship

$20K
Uab Birmingham · Birmingham, AL

Nursing educational scholarship

$15K
Samford University Advancement Office · Birmingham, AL

Nursing educational scholarship

$13K