Evan James Vaillancourt Memorial Scholarship

Funded by
$1,200
1 winner$1,200
Open
Application Deadline
May 1, 2024
Winners Announced
Jun 1, 2024
Education Level
High School
Recent Bold.org scholarship winners
Eligibility Requirements
Field of Study:
Nursing
Background:
Community service or volunteering experience
GPA:
3.5 or higher
Education Level:
High school senior
Field of Study:
Background:
GPA:
Education Level:
Nursing
Community service or volunteering experience
3.5 or higher
High school senior

As an Airborne Combat Medic in the United States Army Evan expressed his true passion for helping others each and every day.

While on his off-duty hours he was always taking care of those around him. His passion for helping others was a part of who he was in all aspects of his life.

He had the ability to impact so many in a positive way. With just a quick encounter of his smile and a flash of his "Dimples" you felt his loving soul and great heart.

Prior to gaining his Angel Wings, Evan was working on continuing his medical education to become a Trauma Nurse.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Evan James Vaillancourt by helping countless others in their pursuit of the Nursing Career that Evan was so excited to begin.

Any high school senior who has at least a 3.5 GPA and is pursuing a degree in nursing may apply if they have community service or volunteering experience. Applicants who have a connection to the military are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please respond to the essay question below. 

Selection Criteria:
Essay, Ambition, Drive
Published October 23, 2023
$1,200
1 winner$1,200
Open
Application Deadline
May 1, 2024
Winners Announced
Jun 1, 2024
Education Level
High School
Recent Bold.org scholarship winners
Essay Topic

To apply, tell us what your career goals as a Nurse are and how you plan on making a difference in your community.

OPTIONAL:

Discuss your connection to the military and the effects it has had in your life.

400–600 words

Winning Application

Jesse Bookbinder
Dripping Springs H SDripping Springs, TX
I have been dreaming of the day that I become a nurse. Ever since I was little, it has been one of my main goals in life. Everything I have done, whether in or out of school, has in some way prepared me for my future nursing career. I have taken multiple extra credit health science classes and will graduate this year with a Certified Medical Assistant title. I planned out this course with my counselor when I was a freshman and couldn't be happier with where it has led me. I will be able to graduate with a well-paying job in the medical industry, one that will help me afford for my college. I have to pay entirely for my own college, so any money through both work and scholarships will lead me one step closer to my goals. I know that I will be able to make this goal of nursing a reality with hard work and perseverance. Once I have my BSN, I plan to branch out and find my niche in the industry. I love that nursing is so broad and allows a person to find what they really love and the spot they fit in best. I would love to become a travel nurse and get travel all over the world while I am still young. Traveling is something I have always wanted to do, however, I have never had the money for it. Becoming a travel nurse would merge the best of both worlds and give me the experiences of a lifetime. I could also be an ER nurse or a labor and delivery nurse. The possibilities are endless, and I am really looking forward to figuring out where I belong as a nurse. I am sure that there are many other possibilities of what I could do with my BSN, and I know that as I learn more I will become more confident in where I belong. My dad is the biggest hero to me and has been alongside my goal of nursing from the very beginning. He is such an inspiration, and one of the most humble and hardworking people I know. He was a Navy S.E.A.L. earlier in his life and later still served in the Reserves. He has taught me and my brother a love for this great country as well as a respect for all active duty members of service and veterans. I have an immense appreciation for those who serve this country and what they sacrifice for us citizens every day. I wouldn't be the person I am today without my dad, and cannot thank him enough for teaching me all he has. My work effort, perseverance, and dedication, it has all come from him. These qualities will allow me to achieve my goals in nursing and make my dreams a reality. I will do everything to fulfill the wishes of the little girl I used to be.

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is May 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jun 1, 2024.