Alabama Nurses Foundation Nursing Scholarships (Spring and Fall)

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