Strongheart Scholarship Program

Purpose: Supports Bishop Gadsden team members who want to continue their education or reduce debt resulting from prior education.

Award Details:

• Amount per award: $1,000 - $3,000
• Total awarded: Approximately $60,000 biannually
• Frequency: Biannual award cycles

Eligibility:

• Bishop Gadsden team members
• Those pursuing continued education or carrying education-related debt

What the Program Supports:

• Tuition for continuing education
• Student loan debt repayment
• Educational pursuits at any level (CNA, LPN, RN degrees, and other certifications)

Track Record:

• Over the past 5 years, the program has paid down the entire debt for eight team members
• Team members can apply during each award cycle and receive multiple awards across semesters
• Recipients report the program helps alleviate financial burdens and shapes character by reminding recipients of the importance of giving back

Geographic Scope: Bishop Gadsden, Charleston, South Carolina

Contact:

• Phone: 800-373-2384
• Address: 1 Bishop Gadsden Way, Charleston, SC 29412

Application Process

Timing:

• Applications accepted during biannual award cycles
• Specific application deadlines not provided in available materials

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a current Bishop Gadsden team member
• Pursuing education or managing education-related debt

Application Materials:

• Specific required documents and application format not detailed in available materials

Note: Contact Bishop Gadsden directly for specific application procedures, deadlines, and required materials.