Ruth D. Frick Ames Scholarship Grant

Ruth D. Frick Ames Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation
Last Updated: March 13, 2026

Summary

The Ruth D. Frick Ames Scholarship, established by Robert Ames to honor his wife, supports students pursuing a nursing degree. Managed by the South Dakota Community Foundation, this scholarship aims to ease the financial burden for those aged 18-32 with a GPA of 2.9 or higher. Applicants should demonstrate financial need, strong academic performance, and community involvement. This initiative reflects Ruth's legacy of compassion, service, and commitment to helping others in the nursing field.

Overview

South Dakota Community Foundation As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day. Scholarships At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education. Ruth D. Frick Ames Scholarship To provide financial support to students pursuing a degree in nursing. Ruth was born near Wessington Springs, SD, and graduated from Wessington Springs High School. She pursued nursing training at Methodist State Hospital in Mitchell, SD, as part of the U.S. Cadet Corps, graduating in 1946. Ruth married Robert Ames, and they farmed north of Miller. Their home was filled with love, as they were foster parents to a total of fourteen children and adopted two boys. Ruth was deeply involved in Greenleaf United Methodist Church, often holding a leadership position in the Methodist Women's group. Her strong faith and commitment to Jesus Christ influenced everything she did and shaped who she was. Ruth's warmth and kindness had a profound impact on many people. To honor Ruth's legacy of love and caring service, Robert established this scholarship to support students with financial need in pursuing a degree in nursing. This scholarship reflects Ruth's dedication to helping others and aims to continue her tradition of compassion and community service.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Pursuing a registered nursing program Intended for students aged 18 to 32 Cumulative GPA of 2.9 or higher Demonstrate financial need Applicants should also show strong academic performance, good citizenship, and involvement in school or community activities Attending any college or university