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CHI Oakes Hospital Educational Gift Program

OAKES COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

Foundation Annual Healthcare Grants

Funding Amount

$500

Deadline

April 17, 2026

7 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

CHI Oakes Hospital Educational Gift Program

Overview: Recognizing the need for high-quality rural health care and increasing demand for trained professionals, CHI Oakes Hospital offers a $500 educational gift to high school seniors from their service area pursuing careers in the healthcare field.

    Eligibility

  • Target: Area high school seniors from CHI Oakes Hospital service area
  • Field of Study: Certificate/Diploma or academic degree in a healthcare field
  • Institution Requirements: Must be enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college or university, vocational/technical school, a school of nursing, or an institution accredited by an appropriate state licensing health career board
  • Eligible Fields Examples: Medical Lab Technology, Nursing, Social Work

    Award Details

  • Amount: $500
  • Delivery: Check sent to recipient's school upon proof of enrollment
  • Notification: Recipients notified in early May

    Contact Information

  • Contact: Julie Entzminger
  • Phone: 701-742-3837
  • Email: julieentzminger@catholichealth.net
  • Hospital: CHI Oakes Hospital, 1200 North 7th Street, Oakes, North Dakota 58474
  • Phone: (701) 742-3291

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Application Methods:
- Complete online application at https://oakeshospital.com/educational-gift-program-application/
- Download PDF version and mail to hospital
- Pick up paper application at CHI Oakes Hospital or school counselor

2. Required Materials:
- Applicant name and address
- Parent's name(s)
- Expected field of study
- School you plan to attend and address
- Type of Certificate/Degree expected
- Current GPA

3. Essay/Narrative Questions:
- Scholastic Achievements/Honors/Awards
- School Activities/Leadership/Awards
- Community and Family Activities/Involvements
- Work/Volunteer Experience
- Goals and Aspirations
- Explain why you believe you should be considered for this award and note any special circumstances that should be taken into consideration by the committee
- Describe your interest in a career in rural healthcare, clearly outlining your objectives to achieve your goals

4. Submission Deadline: April 17, 2026

5. Contact for Questions:
- Julie Entzminger at 701-742-3837 or julieentzminger@catholichealth.net

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

healthcare

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