Sponsors of the 2010 Scholarship Benefit were:
DIAMOND
Central Indiana Organization of Nurse Executives
Clarian Health
Community Health Network
The Dollens Family Foundation
St. Francis Hospital and Health Centers
St. Vincent Health
Spotlight on Nursing
Wishard Health Services
PLATINUM
Assured Healthcare
Hendricks Regional Health
GOLD
Columbus Regional Hospital
Emmis Communications
Honor Society of Nursing~Sigma Theta Tau International
Indiana University School of Nursing
John M. Lawrence-in memory of Melissa Lawrence
Medical Staff of Community Hospitals East and North
Riverview Hospital
RN and Allied Specialties
The Indianapolis Star
University of Indianapolis School of Nursing
SILVER
Hancock Regional Hospital
Ivy Tech Community College-Central IN
Marian University School of Nursing
Riley Children's Foundation
Nursing 2000 will distribute $82,320 from the 2010 Scholarship Benefit to our affiliated schools of nursing: Indiana University, Ivy Tech Community College, Marian University, and the University of Indianapolis.
The scholarship recipients have cited repeatedly that financial support was critical in the successful completion of their education...ultimately impacting patients, families, and communities that they reach. "Scholarships make a critical difference in supporting nursing careers at both the undergraduate and graduate level," said Barbara Mitchell, executive director, Nursing 2000, “and nurses prepared from entry to advanced roles are essential for safe and effective care delivery." In a 2010 survey to previous scholarship recipients, findings reflect:
Mark your calendar to join us for the twenty-first Scholarship Benefit on May 13, 2011!
Spotlight on Nursing For Tomorrow’s Nurses Run/Walk is scheduled for Saturday, October 9, 2010. Located at the Buggs Temple overlooking the scenic IndianapolisDowntown Canal, the event is family-friendly with both a timed 4-mile run and walk and a 1-mile “Fun Walk.” Proceeds benefit nursing scholarships in Indiana. Since 2002, a total of $262,203.54 has been raised for the Nursing 2000 Scholarship Program! Walk or run and support nursing’s future!