Don't miss the opportunity to apply for up to $10k in funding from the Virginia Nurses Foundation to advance nurses' mental health & well-being! With a total of $50,000 in funding made possible by a generous contribution from VNA, these awards aim to drive impactful, nurse-led solutions to address mental health challenges facing nurses today. Learn more and submit a proposal by January 31!

2025 Chapter Scholarships Application Period Opens January 6!

We encourage aspiring nursing students to keep an eye out for the opening of the 2025 VNA/VNF Scholarship Application on January 6, 2025. Click here to bookmark the Chapter Scholarship webpage!

Eligibility

The applicant must:

• Have successfully completed at least four nursing courses (and received grades) in a nursing program at a state-approved and nationally accredited school of nursing in Virginia.

• Be a Virginia resident.

• Have a college/university cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale.

• Must have at least one full semester remaining before graduation, allowing the funds to be applied toward a registered nursing degree.

Requirements

Applications must include:

• A transcript from the college or university that provides evidence of academic standing, current enrollment in nursing courses required for the nursing degree and completion of at least four nursing courses. A copy of a transcript (unofficial transcript) is acceptable. VNF reserves the right to verify enrollment.

• A personal statement written by the applicant that describes why the individual chose a career in nursing and explains any financial need.

• A resume that includes community service, employment, awards, scholarships, professional organizations, and any honors received.

• One letter of recommendation from a faculty member who can speak to the applicant's character and potential. An optional second letter of recommendation may also be included.

$25 for Regular Plates or $35 for Custom Plates | Available now on the DMV Website

Looking for a thoughtful gift? The Virginia Nurses Foundation offers 'Nurses Change Lives' license plates; a perfect gesture for graduations, promotions or retirement. Each purchase supports the foundation's nurse leadership development programs, mental health initiatives to ensure nurses' well-being, maternal health initiatives, and a robust awards and scholarships program. Plates are available for purchase on the DMV website for $25. And yes, anyone can buy them!