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SDNF Scholarship Spotlights!!Part 4:The Carol and Bruce Anderson Memorial Family Nursing Scholarship awards $1,000 to pr...
02/19/2026

SDNF Scholarship Spotlights!!
Part 4:

The Carol and Bruce Anderson Memorial Family Nursing Scholarship awards $1,000 to pre-licensure nursing students from Britton or surrounding counties who are beginning their nursing careers and demonstrate strong community ties and compassion. This scholarship honors Carol Anderson’s legacy by supporting students committed to nursing education, compassion, and service in South Dakota communities.
• Eligibility highlights:
o Must be a South Dakota resident, with preference for those from Britton or nearby counties (Marshall, Brown, Day, Roberts, McPherson, Edmunds, Faulk, Spink)
o Accepted into a pre-licensure RN program (associate or baccalaureate) at Augustana University, Lake Area Technical College, Sisseton Wahpeton College, or SDSU
o Submit resume, transcripts, recommendation letters, and a personal statement
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: Spring Semester 2027

The SDNF Research Grant awards up to $2,000 to support advanced-degree RNs leading practice-based research that aims to improve patient outcomes and advance nursing practice in South Dakota. This grant reflects SDNF’s mission to advance nursing through education, service, and research.
• Eligibility highlights:
o Principal Investigator must be a current SDNA member
o Hold an unencumbered RN license (South Dakota or compact state)
o Master’s or doctoral degree in nursing (or related field) required
o Research must be conducted in South Dakota with SD nurses involved in the study
o Project duration up to 12 months; final report and presentation required
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: December 2026 funding release
o Present findings at a statewide SDNA event in 2027

Love looks like supporting nurses—today and always. Happy Valentine’s Day from the South Dakota Nurses Foundation. 💗
02/14/2026

Love looks like supporting nurses—today and always. Happy Valentine’s Day from the South Dakota Nurses Foundation. 💗

SDNF Scholarship Spotlights!!Part 3: The Nurse Practitioner Association of South Dakota (NPASD) Scholarship awards $1,00...
02/10/2026

SDNF Scholarship Spotlights!!
Part 3:

The Nurse Practitioner Association of South Dakota (NPASD) Scholarship awards $1,000 to nurse practitioner students committed to completing clinical training and practicing as an NP in South Dakota while contributing to professional service and leadership. This scholarship fosters NP education and supports future providers dedicated to serving communities across South Dakota.
• Eligibility highlights:
o Must be enrolled and in good standing in an accredited NP program at a non-profit university
o Majority of clinical experiences completed in South Dakota
o Current NPASD membership required
o Submit a written statement of intent to practice in South Dakota and your vision of the NP role
o Commitment to post-award activities: conference attendance, article submission, or service on the NPASD board
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: Spring Semester 2027

The SDANA Future Fund Scholarship awards $1,000 to second-year nurse anesthesia students planning to practice as CRNAs in South Dakota after graduation. The South Dakota Association of Nurse Anesthetists created this scholarship to strengthen the anesthesia workforce in our state and support SRNAs on their path to becoming CRNAs.
• Eligibility highlights:
o Must be a second-year nurse anesthesia student enrolled in an accredited South Dakota program
o Must demonstrate intent to practice anesthesia in South Dakota after graduation
o Submit transcript, resume, and statement of anesthesia practice goals
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: Spring Semester 2027

SDNF Scholarship Spotlights!!Part 2: The Phi Chapter Scholarship awards $1,000 to first-semester SDSU undergraduate nurs...
02/06/2026

SDNF Scholarship Spotlights!!
Part 2:

The Phi Chapter Scholarship awards $1,000 to first-semester SDSU undergraduate nursing students who demonstrate academic excellence and thoughtful reflection on what it means to become a nurse scholar.
• Eligibility highlights:
o Student enrolled in the first semester (or just completed the first semester) of the SDSU undergraduate nursing program
o Must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
o Submit a short essay (2 pages max) on one of these topics:
• What a Scholarship Means to My Career as a Nurse
• How This Scholarship Will Guide My Nursing Career
• What It Means to Be a Nurse Scholar
o May apply more than once, but can only be awarded once
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: Spring Semester 2027


The SDNA Undergraduate Nursing Scholarship awards $1,000 to a baccalaureate nursing student in South Dakota who is actively engaged in professional organizations and committed to nursing leadership, education, and service in their journey toward becoming an RN.
• Eligibility highlights:
o Must be a South Dakota resident (preference for those from SDNA District 4 counties: Brown, Campbell, Day, Edmunds, Faulk, Marshall, McPherson, Spink, Walworth)
o Enrolled in any accredited baccalaureate nursing program in South Dakota
o Senior in good academic standing at time of award
o Preference for students actively involved in SDSNA (Student Nurses Association)
o Must submit a letter of recommendation and a personal statement on career goals and commitment to nursing education, research, service, and professional involvement
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: Spring Semester 2027

SDNF Scholarship Spotlights!! Part 1:The Dr. Carl and Leona Stadler Scholarship provides $2,000 for early undergraduate ...
02/04/2026

SDNF Scholarship Spotlights!!
Part 1:

The Dr. Carl and Leona Stadler Scholarship provides $2,000 for early undergraduate nursing students in South Dakota who demonstrate compassion, leadership, and a commitment to patient advocacy. This scholarship was established to honor Dr. Carl and Leona Stadler’s legacy of supporting nursing education and advancing health care in our state.
• Eligibility highlights:
o Must be a South Dakota resident (preference given to enrolled members of a recognized tribal nation in SD).
o Currently enrolled in Semester 1 or 2 of a standard undergraduate nursing program.
o Submit a personal statement reflecting qualities of patient advocacy, education, compassion, and leadership.
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: Spring Semester 2027

The Rita H. Walsh Scholarship awards $2,000 to nursing students committed to advocacy, compassion, and leadership in patient care. This scholarship was created to honor Rita H. Walsh’s dedication to nursing and her belief in empowering nurses to lead with compassion and advocacy.
• Eligibility highlights:
o South Dakota resident
o Current SD RN license (if already an RN)
o Enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral nursing program
o Must demonstrate patient advocacy, patient education, compassion, and leadership through a personal statement and recommendations
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: Spring Semester 2027�
The Thomas E. and Marianne M. Stenvig Scholarship awards $1,000 to support the educational goals of male registered nurses advancing their careers. This scholarship reflects the Stenvig family’s commitment to encouraging educational growth and professional leadership among South Dakota nurses.
• Eligibility highlights:
o Current South Dakota resident
o Current South Dakota RN license
o Male RN pursuing a graduate degree in nursing or a related field at an accredited university
o SDNA membership preferred
o Demonstrated leadership, compassion, professional involvement, and service to the community
• Deadline: October 1, 2026
• Award Date: Spring Semester 2027

Meet ⭐️Brian Williamson⭐️, BSN, RN, a 2025 recipient of both the Thomas E. & Marianne M. Stenvig Scholarship and the Sou...
01/30/2026

Meet ⭐️Brian Williamson⭐️, BSN, RN, a 2025 recipient of both the Thomas E. & Marianne M. Stenvig Scholarship and the South Dakota Nurses Foundation Scholarship. Brian is currently pursuing a BSN-to-PhD, with a research focus on improving nurse safety and support in the face of workplace violence.

Brian’s nursing journey began at the bedside in critical care and emergency nursing. As his career progressed into leadership roles, he saw firsthand how often nurses are expected to manage aggressive situations without structured training or support afterward. These experiences ultimately shaped his decision to focus his doctoral work on workplace violence prevention and recovery for nurses.

Through his research, Brian is developing practical, evidence-based tools to help nurses feel more prepared and supported before, during, and after violent encounters. His work includes simulation-based education and structured reflection tools aimed at strengthening confidence, resilience, and long-term retention in the nursing workforce.

Brian views these scholarships as an investment not only in his education, but in the future of nursing. By blending bedside experience, leadership insight, and research, he is working to create meaningful change that supports nurses across healthcare settings.

Outside of nursing and academia, Brian is also a devoted husband and father of 12 children. This family photo, taken during the 2025 holiday season, captures the support system behind his work and passion for advancing nursing practice.

Donate to support nurses like Brian by visiting the link: https://www.sdcommunityfoundation.org/giving/support-an-existing-fund/south-dakota-nurses-foundation-fund?fbclid=IwZnRzaAPbxelzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeEchreslQVC8ZjxZiIVGfxIaS1on4bkMn_cYnRBF0nxMMHeWDZuOsgePaFTE

✨Tuesday Tip: Strengthen your scholarship essay.✨A compelling application highlights who you are as a nurse or student a...
01/27/2026

✨Tuesday Tip: Strengthen your scholarship essay.✨
A compelling application highlights who you are as a nurse or student and what drives your work. Consider including clear goals, leadership examples, advocacy, and how you reflect SDNF’s mission of education, research, and service.

Education is one of the core purposes of the South Dakota Nurses Foundation.Every contribution helps support scholarship...
01/21/2026

Education is one of the core purposes of the South Dakota Nurses Foundation.
Every contribution helps support scholarships for nursing students at all levels, allowing them to grow as clinicians, leaders, educators, and researchers.
Your support strengthens the future of nursing in our state.

During National CRNA Week, we celebrate Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for their critical role in provi...
01/21/2026

During National CRNA Week, we celebrate Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for their critical role in providing safe, high-quality anesthesia care across South Dakota—especially in rural and underserved communities.

Through the SDANA Future Fund Scholarship, the South Dakota Nurses Foundation is proud to support SRNAs preparing to become CRNAs and serve patients across our state. This scholarship helps invest in education today to ensure access to anesthesia care tomorrow.

Join us in celebrating CRNAs—and supporting the future of nurse anesthesia in
South Dakota.

CRNAs are leaders, advocates, and experts in patient care—especially when it matters most.This National CRNA Week, suppo...
01/18/2026

CRNAs are leaders, advocates, and experts in patient care—especially when it matters most.
This National CRNA Week, support the nurses who support South Dakota by donating to the South Dakota Nurses Foundation. Your gift helps fund education, support CRNAs, and strengthen the future of health care across our state.

Want to help us celebrate?
Share the second slide to your story and tag a CRNA you’re grateful for this week. ❤️

🎉 School Spirit Contest Winner 🎉Thank you to everyone who participated in our South Dakota nursing school spirit contest...
01/12/2026

🎉 School Spirit Contest Winner 🎉

Thank you to everyone who participated in our South Dakota nursing school spirit contest and showed up for your programs. We loved seeing the pride, support, and community across the state.

Congratulations to the University of South Dakota — go Yotes! 🐾❤️
Your nursing community brought the energy and earned the most tags. We’re proud to support nursing students and programs across South Dakota and celebrate the connections that strengthen our profession.

Want to learn more about SDNF scholarships or support nursing education in South Dakota?
Visit our website or donate through the link: https://www.sdcommunityfoundation.org/giving/support-an-existing-fund/south-dakota-nurses-foundation-fund?fbclid=IwZnRzaAPRBkRzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeEchreslQVC8ZjxZiIVGfxIaS1on4bkMn_cYnRBF0nxMMHeWDZuOsgePaFTE

🎉 SDNF School Spirit Contest 🎉Show us your nursing school pride!Going until January 12, tag your nursing program in the ...
01/08/2026

🎉 SDNF School Spirit Contest 🎉
Show us your nursing school pride!
Going until January 12, tag your nursing program in the comments or your stories for a chance to help your school take the lead.
Do it for the pride, connection, and community!!
We’ll feature the winning school next week!

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