Marilyn Brown Nursing Scholarship

Marilyn Brown Nursing Scholarship

Overview: A nursing scholarship program established by Marilyn Brown, a grateful patient inspired by the skill and care of St. Mary's nurses. The scholarship provides up to $2,000 to St. Mary's colleagues who have been accepted into a nursing program of study.

Geographic Scope: St. Mary's Health Care System locations in Georgia (Athens, Greensboro, Lavonia)

Eligibility:

St. Mary's colleagues/employees

Must be accepted into a nursing program of study

Recipients can be:

- Nurses studying to advance their career (pursuing Master's degrees, advanced certifications)
- Colleagues studying to become a nurse (pursuing Associate's or Bachelor's degrees in nursing)

Focus Areas:

Nursing education

Career advancement in nursing

Support for nurses or aspiring nurses employed by St. Mary's

Award Recognition:

Monetary award up to $2,000

Public recognition of recipients

Featured in organizational communications

Contact Information:

St. Mary's Foundation

Ansley Martin, Senior Development Officer

Phone: (706) 389-3000

Background: The scholarship was established by Marilyn Brown, whose positive experience with St. Mary's nurses inspired her to create this fund to help more colleagues become nurses or advance their nursing careers.