How much funding does The Twig Nursing Scholarship provide?

The Twig Nursing Scholarship provides $10,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for The Twig Nursing Scholarship?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around March.

How often is The Twig Nursing Scholarship offered?

The Twig Nursing Scholarship runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected March 1, 2027.

Who has received The Twig Nursing Scholarship funding?

The Twig Junior Auxiliary of the Inova Alexandria Hospital's IRS filings list 3 awards under this program (2023–2025). Recent recipients include Inova Alexandria Hospital (Alexandria, VA), $302,800 in 2025.

The Twig Nursing Scholarship

The Twig Junior Auxiliary of the Inova Alexandria Hospital

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Funding Amount

$10,000

Deadline

Expected ~March

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: March 1, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: March

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Focus Area: Advanced nursing education and professional development

Geographic Scope: Alexandria, Virginia area; recipients must be Inova Alexandria Hospital employees

Background: Established in 2008, The Twig Nursing Scholarship supports nurses pursuing advanced careers in healthcare. The organization has been supporting nursing education for over 90 years through various initiatives.

Award Details:

Amount: $10,000 per year (previously $5,000 in some years)
Recipients: Announced in March of each year
Eligibility: Inova Alexandria Hospital staff members pursuing advanced nursing degrees (neonatal nurse practitioner, adult geriatric acute care NP, and other advanced roles)

Recent Examples:

2024: Three $5,000 scholarships awarded to Christopher Chira (CNOR), Christa Madry (RN), and Peronica Smith (RN)
Previous years: Recipients pursued degrees at universities including University of Connecticut and George Washington University

Mission: Sustaining hospital staff through educational assistance and professional advancement in healthcare.

Contact:

The Twig
P.O. Box 26324
Alexandria, Virginia 22313
thetwig@thetwig.org

How to Apply

Application Process

No specific application details provided on the website. Contact The Twig directly for application procedures and requirements.

Contact Information:

Email: thetwig@thetwig.org
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 26324, Alexandria, Virginia 22313
Phone: 703-683-5544 (Thrift Shop)

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Past recipients of this program

Recent awards under this program (from The Twig Junior Auxiliary of the Inova Alexandria Hospital's IRS filings)

Inova Alexandria Hospital

Alexandria, VA · 2025

$303K

3 grants in The Twig Junior Auxiliary of the Inova Alexandria Hospital's 2023–2025 filings reference “Twig Nursing Scholarship” in their stated purpose. Amounts and places as reported by the funder.