Funding Opportunities

2010 Nursing Scholarship Program 
Deadline:  May 6, 2010
The Nursing Scholarship Program is a selective program of the U.S. Government that helps alleviate the critical shortage of registered nurses currently experienced by certain types of health care facilities by helping needy students complete their registered nurse training. In exchange for the scholarship, upon graduation, the newly minted nurses work at these types of facilities for at least two years. Nursing Scholars fulfilling their service commitment receive a competitive salary and benefits package, which they negotiate directly with the employing facility. Applications will be accepted until May 6, 2010.
To learn more, visit the HRSA Nursing Scholarship Program website:
http://www.hrsa.gov/loanscholarships/scholarships/Nursing/

William Randolph Hearst Foundations Health Grants
Deadline: Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
The Hearst Foundations support well-established nonprofit organizations that address important issues within major areas of interests and that primarily serve large demographic and/or geographic constituencies. One of the funding priorities is health. The Hearst Foundations assist leading regional hospitals, medical centers and specialized medical institutions, such as children's and women's hospitals. The Foundations fund direct medical services that promote wellness, prevention and rehabilitation. Areas of interest include cancer, geriatrics, neonatology, perinatology, pediatrics, women's health, and the disabled. Support for advanced professional education and training is also considered in these fields. In response to the ongoing nursing shortage, the Foundations also fund nursing programs designed to enhance skills and increase the number of practitioners and educators in this field.
See details at http://www.hearstfdn.org/fp_health.html