Betty Lee Riggs Hughes Nursing Scholarship Grant

Betty Lee Riggs Hughes Nursing Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Community Foundation of Shelby County
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: January 29, 2026

Summary

Overview

The Community Foundation of Shelby County Our Mission To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts. Our Vision To be the primary partner for donors who want to advance the community’s quality of life and capacity for excellence. Betty Lee Riggs Hughes Nursing Scholarship A Shelby County resident pursuing a Registered Nursing degree. Selection based upon (in order of priority): Demonstrate the empathy, compassion, and requisite patience in order to enjoy and devote oneself to a long and fruitful nursing career, financial need, academic ability, recommendations, demonstrated community and school service. Awards One $1,000 scholarship

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible persons must be a year removed from high school and have surpassed college freshman status. A GPA of no less than 3.0 is required.

Ineligibility

Licensed RN’s are not eligible for continuing education.