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Mimi Diffley Memorial Employee Scholarship

SANFORD HEALTH FOUNDATION

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Overview

Mimi Diffley Memorial Employee Scholarship

Overview: A scholarship program honoring the legacy of Mimi Diffley, a dedicated nurse at Sanford Bemidji who passed away in 2007 after a battle with breast cancer.

Background: Mimi Diffley dedicated over 20 years of service as a nurse at Sanford Bemidji, prioritizing patient comfort above all else. Despite early retirement and vision loss due to cancer treatment complications, she maintained her positive spirit. Her family established this scholarship in her honor to support the next generation of healthcare workers.

Geographic Scope: Primarily serving Sanford Health system locations, with emphasis on Bemidji area

Eligibility:

  • Members of the Sanford Family (employees)

  • Seeking to further their career in healthcare
  • Award Information:

  • In 2021, 28 Sanford employees were awarded scholarships

  • Scholarships support professional education and career advancement in healthcare fields
  • Focus Areas: Healthcare education and professional development

    Impact: Recipients use funds to pursue advanced degrees (e.g., Master's in Business Administration) and further their healthcare careers

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    Fields of Work

    healthcareprofessional-development

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