Nora Zeller Strudwick Memorial Scholarship Grant

Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) is a philanthropic community foundation that empowers individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to fulfill their charitable goals and strengthen communities across Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster counties in New York. Through the establishment and stewardship of nearly 600 charitable funds totaling over $100 million in assets, CFHV has distributed hundreds of millions in grants and scholarships to address critical needs, including food insecurity, education, senior services, arts and culture, social services, environmental initiatives, and more. The Foundation works with donors to build lasting charitable legacies, offers leadership on community issues, and provides grants and scholarships that create both immediate relief and long-term positive impact throughout the Hudson Valley.
Established by the family and friends of Nora Strudwick and the Wappingers Registered Professional Nurses Association, this scholarship honors her legacy of compassionate nursing care. The award supports one graduating high school senior from Wappingers Central School District who plans to pursue a career in nursing. Eligible applicants must be graduating from John Jay High School or Roy C. Ketcham High School, have been accepted to a nationally accredited school of nursing, demonstrate volunteer and community service involvement, and show financial need. The scholarship provides a one-time $1,000 award, payable directly to the recipient’s school, and is not renewable.

Eligibility

Graduating senior from John Jay High School or Roy C. Ketcham High SchoolAcceptance to a nationally accredited school of nursingVolunteer and community serviceFinancial need