Jinny Scifres Memorial Scholarship applications available

The Washington County Community Foundation is accepting applications for the Jinny Scifres Scholarship. The scholarship is for any individual attending a post-secondary accredited institution in the 2018-2019 school year with plans to pursue studies in the medical field. The scholarship payout this year is $2,100. The number and dollar amount of scholarships will be determined by the committee.  Preference may be given to non-traditional nursing students who may be returning to school after starting a family or career, like Jinny. 

After starting a family, Jinny made the tough decision to return to school and study nursing. After graduation, she began her nursing career at Washington County Memorial Hospital as an Emergency Room Nurse. Jinny’s love of nursing lead her to several promotions and back to school once again. She eventually became the Director of Patient Care Services.

Jinny died in the fall of 2000, after bravely battling bone cancer. Her family and many friends established this scholarship fund in her memory to assist others who, like Jinny, return to school to study nursing after starting a family or career.  

For questions or an application, please contact Judy or Lindsey at 812-883-7334 or email program.officer@wccf.biz. Applications are due by April 15 at 3:30 p.m.

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