Deanna Ellis Memorial Scholarship
Every person has the opportunity to be a healing presence in the lives of others, either through their circumstances or because of them.
Deanna was a wonderfully kind person who dealt with many struggles in life. Regardless of what she was going through, she would always give to others. In order to honor her memory, the Deanna Ellis Memorial Scholarship will support a student who is passionate about helping others who’ve faced substance abuse issues.
High school, undergraduate, and graduate students are eligible to apply if they are pursuing a career in a field related to helping those with substance abuse. Majors include mental health counseling, nursing, healthcare, and more, as long as the student has a passion for this cause. To apply, write about how your experience with substance abuse has influenced the trajectory of your life.
How has your experience with substance abuse influenced your beliefs, relationships, and career aspirations?
Winners and Finalists
April 2024
Winning Application
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The application deadline is Jun 28, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jul 28, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jul 28, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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