Daisy Family Foundation Scholarship

About this scholarship

The Daisy Family Foundation Scholarship recognizes students preparing for healthcare careers who combine sound academics with service to underserved or diverse communities. The Foundation publishes an annual application period from April 1 through May 31, making the next scheduled deadline May 31, 2027. Its 2026 cycle awarded three $2,000 scholarships, with funds sent directly to each recipient’s educational institution for tuition or related academic expenses. Eligible students may be undergraduates, graduate students, or professional students enrolled in an accredited medical, nursing, public-health, or other healthcare-related program. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, remain in good academic standing, and hold at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent. The program particularly values evidence of compassionate care and a commitment to improving health equity. Required materials include a current curriculum vitae, an official transcript or proof of enrollment, two recommendations from faculty members, medical professionals, mentors, or community leaders, and a personal statement of no more than 500 words describing community involvement and commitment to underserved populations. Finalists may be interviewed in June, and recipients are ordinarily announced in July. Previous applicants and recipients may apply again if they continue to satisfy the requirements.

Eligibility

• Be a United States citizen or permanent resident
• Be enrolled in an accredited medicine, nursing, public health, or other healthcare-related program
• Be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
• Show volunteer work, clinical experience, or community service related to healthcare
• Submit a current curriculum vitae and an official transcript or proof of enrollment
• Provide two recommendation letters from eligible academic, medical, mentoring, or community references
• Submit a personal statement of no more than 500 words about service to underserved communities
• Participate in a phone or in-person interview if selected as a finalist
• Submit the complete application during the annual April 1–May 31 period