Holly Hallinean Memorial Scholarship
Holly Hallinean was a beloved daughter and niece who passed away before her time but made an impact in her short life.
Holly attended Churchville-Chili High School in New York and went on to pursue her nursing degree. She was pursuing this degree when she was sadly diagnosed with melanoma, a battle that she bravely fought but ultimately lost. Holly was passionate about nursing due to her selfless nature and her desire to care for others. Though her career was cut short before it began, her memory will live on by nurturing the next generation of compassionate, skilled, and community-driven healthcare professionals.
This scholarship aims to honor the life of Holly Hallinean by supporting and encouraging students who share her calling to the nursing profession.
Any high school senior at Churchville-Chili High School in New York may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they demonstrate leadership qualities and empathy, as well as involvement in extracurriculars, volunteering, or caregiving work. Applicants pursuing healthcare (ideally nursing) are preferred.
To apply, tell us why you want to pursue a career in your chosen field and how you hope to make an impact through that career.
Why do you want to pursue a career in your chosen field and how do you hope to make a difference in the world through that career?
You may include:
-What inspired you to choose your desired field of study
-Personal experiences that influenced your interests or desires
-Your long-term career goals
-Any challenges you’ve overcome that have shaped your path
-How this scholarship would help you achieve your educational and professional goals
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The application deadline is Apr 25, 2026. Winners will be announced on May 29, 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 May 29, 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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