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Robin Hardy Hodgin Education Scholarship

Northern Surry Foundation for Better Health Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

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

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

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Eligible organizations

  • High school graduates or prospective students
  • Plan to enroll in an accredited health-sciences degree-granting program at an accredited college or university

Geography

  • In Surry County or surrounding region (includes Patrick County, VA)
  • Selected based on merit and financial need
  • In Surry County or surrounding region

Overview

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

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

  • 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

What Northern Surry Foundation for Better Health Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Northern Surry Foundation for Better Health Inc reported $432 in grants for 2025 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2023, its most recent itemized filing.

Grants in 2023
1
Total given
$4.95M
Median grant
$4.95M
  • By dollars: North Carolina 100%. Top recipient cities: Mount Airy, NC.

Example grants

  • Northern Regional Hospital · Mount Airy, NC

    Purchase of capital assets and other capital improvements

    $4.95M

IRS Form 990, 2023. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education

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