Laura N. Dowsett Fund Grant

Laura N. Dowsett Fund Grant

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

Summary

The Laura N. Dowsett Fund honors Laura Dowsett, a pioneer in occupational therapy in Hawai'i. This fund supports residents of Hawai'i enrolled in occupational therapy programs who demonstrate financial need and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0. Preference is given to previous awardees who continue to meet eligibility requirements. This initiative aims to empower future therapists while celebrating the legacy of a dedicated leader in the field.

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 N. Dowsett Fund This fund memorializes Laura Dowsett who was instrumental in creating the first occupational therapy program in Hawai'i. She was the director of the occupational therapy department at Queens Hospital for 16 years. She also founded the Occupational Therapy Association of Hawai'i and served as its president for seven years.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. HCF Criteria:Be in good academic standing or by maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0Donor Criteria:Be a resident of the State of HawaiiDemonstrate financial need Be in an Occupational Therapy program