Laura Jean Armstrong Fund Grant

Laura Jean Armstrong Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation
Last Updated: February 11, 2026

Summary

The Laura Jean Armstrong Fund, established in memory of Dr. Laura Jean Armstrong, supports graduate students pursuing a Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Public Health. Eligible applicants must be residents of Hawai'i, demonstrate financial need, and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. Preference is given to previous recipients who continue to meet these criteria. This fund honors Dr. Armstrong's legacy of dedication to improving health and welfare in underserved communities.

Overview

Note: The Letters of Recommendation deadline is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline and the Application deadline is represented by the Full Proposal deadline. Laura Jean Armstrong Fund This scholarship was created in memory of Dr. Laura Jean Armstrong, a nurse extraordinaire. Beginning her professional career as a registered nurse in private practice, Dr. Armstrong joined the Hawai'i State Department of Health in 1968. As a public servant, she passionately worked to improve the health and welfare of the underserved until her untimely death.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. HCF Criteria:Demonstrate financial need Be in good academic standing by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0Donor Criteria:Be a resident of the State of Hawai‘i Pursue a Masters or Doctoral degree Intend to major in Nursing or Public Health