VITAS Healthcare/Esther Colliflower Scholarship
National Black Nurses Association
Award: $1,000
Deadline: Mar 15, 2026
To support a nurse or student nurse interested in end-of-life care. Qualifications: Applicants must be a member of NBNA and a member of a local chapter (if one exists in their area). If a chapter does not exist within a 50- mile radius of their location their may join NBNA as a Direct member; must be currently enrolled in a nursing program (LPN/LVN, ADN, RN-BSN, Generic BSN, masters, doctorate) and in good scholastic standing at the time of application; have at least one full year of school remaining. Selection criteria: Selection criteria will include: Interest in clinical trials and the clinical research process; Interest in improving clinical trial diversity; Interest in primary care; Community background/upbringing; Financial need; Academic performance; Vulnerable populations interest/volunteerism. How to apply: Applicants must include: official transcript(s) from an accredited school of nursing; two-page / 500-word maximum personal statement / essay; two (2) letters of recommendation (1) from dean/faculty member (must include enrollment and expected date of graduation), and (2) from chapter president/Vice President (validating the application information is correct); resume or cv (5-page maximum); Letter from the Registrar verifying enrollment and expected graduation date; clean/clear professional headshot; documented evidence of: participation in student nurse activities, and involvement in the African American community, i.e., letters, news clippings, awards, certificates. Focus: Nursing.