Jim Freeman, MD Memorial Scholarship Grant

Jim Freeman, MD Memorial Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Community Foundation of the North State
Last Updated: January 27, 2026

Summary

Overview

Community Foundation of the North State The Community Foundation builds trust through relationship, integrity, and by providing safe places for donors to give their resources. We are a nonprofit, public charity serving the people of Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama counties, with a mission to impact the region through the power of giving. Scholarships The Community Foundation of the North State manages many scholarship funds that are awarded to graduating high school seniors as well as students already in an undergraduate program. Some scholarships were started by families or individuals; others by businesses or organizations. All scholarships share one important focus: helping young people reach their educational goals. Jim Freeman, MD Memorial Scholarship A long time military man, Dr. Freeman retired as a full colonel from the Army after many years of service active duty and reserves. He was a partner at the Redding Radiological Associates during much of his reserve military career, continuing his craft as an independent contractor at several facilities until his death in 2018. Much of his career was spent in training other physicians, a task he greatly enjoyed. He was a very strong proponent of education of all kinds and believed all should have access to the education of their choice. The Jim Freeman, MD Scholarship was established to benefit and support Shasta County students pursuing a degree, certification, or licensing in the medical field focused on direct patient care.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Graduating high school senior from Shasta County OR current college student Must have graduated from a high school in Shasta County Minimum cumulative GPA 3.0 Must demonstrate financial need (verification required) Planning to obtain a degree, certification, or license in the medical field. Must be focused on direct patient care Planning to attend a two- or four-year college or university the fall semester following application