D. Scott Cooper Nursing Foundation Scholarship Grant

D. Scott Cooper Nursing Foundation Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: Up to US $1,000
Last Updated: October 10, 2025

Summary

The D. Scott Cooper Nursing Foundation Scholarship, offered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports graduating seniors from high schools in Gregg, Rusk, or Smith Counties pursuing a nursing degree. This scholarship emphasizes financial need, requiring FAFSA documentation, and provides funding for one year. Established to foster educational pursuits, it reflects the Foundation's commitment to empowering young individuals to achieve their dreams in the field of nursing.

Overview

East Texas Communities Foundation East Texas Communities Foundation was founded in 1989 by visionary leaders who saw the need for a community foundation to serve the people and communities of East Texas. The strong leadership of early organizers like Isadore Roosth, Norman Shtofman, “Dub” Riter, and an investment of the United Way of Tyler/Smith County launched the Foundation. By 1994, the Foundation’s assets had grown to more than one million dollars. East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams. D. Scott Cooper Nursing Foundation Scholarship College Attending: Any in the United StatesSchool Status: Graduating seniorMajor/Field of Study: NursingFinancial Need Considered (FASFA required): Yes - FASFA requiredLength of Support: 1 year

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Graduating senior from a high school or homeschool located in Gregg, Rusk, or Smith Counties that is majoring in nursing.