Provident Scholarship Fund - Allied Health Program
Funding Amount
$10,000
Deadline
May 18, 2026
40 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Provident Scholarship Fund - Allied Health Program
Funder: Cook County Health Foundation, Cook County Health, Cook County Government
Geographic Scope: Cook County, Illinois
Award Amount: Up to $10,000 per scholarship
Focus Areas: Supporting healthcare workforce diversity and equity by funding students pursuing careers in allied health and undergraduate health professions
Program Description
The Provident Scholarship Fund is named after Provident Hospital, founded in 1891 by Dr. Daniel Hale Williams—the first African American-owned and operated hospital in the United States. The fund builds on this legacy to uplift and support diversity in healthcare. The Allied Health Program specifically focuses on training the next generation of healthcare workers in critical support roles.- Students pursuing allied health careers, including: - Nursing (LPN or RN) - Behavioral Health - Radiology Technology - Surgical Technology - Respiratory Therapy - Paramedic programs - Dental programs (Dental Assistant or Dental Hygienist) - Other select qualified certification programs
- Students enrolled in undergraduate programs that result in a degree, certification, or license in qualifying fields
- Students must be from and dedicated to serving underrepresented communities in Cook County
- Evaluation considers: - Academic achievements - Recommendations - Personal statements - Cook County zip code and Social Vulnerability Index placement - Commitment to serving historically underserved communities
Eligibility
- Cook County Health Foundation: Primary funder for Allied Health scholarships
- Cook County Health: $1.5M in scholarship awards (2025)
- Cook County Government: Additional support
Funding Source
- Established in 2022
- As of July 2025: Nearly 200 students have received scholarships totaling over $4M
- 2025 cohort: 106 awardees (largest to date)
- More than half of awardees in 2025 were returning students continuing their programs
Program History
Contact Information
Address: c/o Impact House, 200 W. Madison St. Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60606Website: https://cookcountyhealth.org/about/careers/provident-scholarship-fund/
Related Initiative: Project Rainbow - https://projectrainbow.cookcountyil.gov/
How to Apply
Application Process
Application Period: Opens April 18 annually, closes May 18
Application Portal: https://webportalapp.com/sp/psf_application_25
Steps to Apply:
1. Visit the application portal during the open application window
2. Complete the online application form
3. Provide personal statement
4. Submit academic recommendations
5. Include Cook County zip code information
6. Returning scholars use dedicated application link
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