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Robin Hardy Hodgin Education Scholarship

NORTHERN SURRY FOUNDATION FOR BETTER

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

$1,000 per award (up to 10 students annually)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Robin Hardy Hodgin Education Scholarship

Funder: Northern Regional Hospital Foundation

Amount: $1,000 per scholarship award; up to 10 eligible students per year

Geographic Scope: Surry County, NC and surrounding region (including Patrick County, Virginia)

Focus Areas: Healthcare education in nursing, pharmacy, and allied-health professions including:

  • Nursing

  • Respiratory therapy

  • Physical therapy

  • Medical imaging technology

  • Laboratory science

  • Pharmacy
    • Eligibility

    • High school graduates or prospective students
    • Reside in Surry County or surrounding region (includes Patrick County, VA)
    • Plan to enroll in an accredited health-sciences degree-granting program at an accredited college or university
    • Selected based on merit and financial need

      Program Details

    • Established: October 2019
    • Named after: Robin Hardy Hodgin, RN, BSN, MHA, NE-BC – Northern Regional Hospital's Senior Vice President for Patient Services & Chief Nursing Officer
    • Funding: Through private donations matched dollar-for-dollar by Northern Regional Hospital Foundation
    • Total raised to date: Over $270,000 (exceeded original $250,000 goal)
    • Award type: One-time scholarships covering tuition, books, or supplies
    • Post-graduation requirement: Recipients agree to work initially at Northern Regional Hospital if a suitable position is available

    Background

    The scholarship program was created as part of Northern Regional Hospital's rebranding and strategic growth initiative, designed to invest in the next generation of healthcare leaders while honoring the career of Robin Hodgin. The program reflects the hospital's commitment to quality patient care through well-educated employees and its dedication to giving back to the community.

    Contact

    Matt Linville, Director of Northern Regional Hospital Foundation Northern Regional Hospital 830 Rockford Street Mount Airy, NC 27030 (336) 719-7000 nrhinfo@wearenorthern.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Selection Method: Scholarship Committee selection

  • Candidates are carefully screened and selected by a team of hospital and college leaders

  • Selection based on merit and financial need

  • No formal application process details provided in available materials
    • Required Information (Inferred from Selection Criteria)

    • Proof of residency in Surry County or surrounding region
    • High school diploma or graduation confirmation
    • College/university enrollment verification or acceptance letter
    • Information demonstrating merit (GPA, academic achievements, honors)
    • Information demonstrating financial need
    • Career goals in healthcare field

    Contact for More Information

    Matt Linville Director, Northern Regional Hospital Foundation Northern Regional Hospital 830 Rockford Street Mount Airy, NC 27030 (336) 719-7000 nrhinfo@wearenorthern.org

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    education

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