Nanci Henderson Memorial Scholarship
Sports can be particularly impactful for young women and can instill confidence, leadership skills, and discipline. Track and field and/or cross country is especially helpful in teaching strength, drive, perseverance, and teamwork and can prepare athletes for a lifetime of success.
This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Nanci Henderson by supporting young women who share her passion for athletics.
Nanci Henderson was a 2nd generation proud Petaluman. She attended McNear Elementary School, Petaluma Junior High and Petaluma High School, class of 1971. Nanci continued her education and graduated from Sonoma State University in 1976 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education. Upon completion, she then enlisted in the United States Army, where she received training in Physical Therapy. Nanci returned to Petaluma and began her career in the medical field, giving 30 years to Petaluma Valley Hospital in the Physical Therapy department. To learn more about Nanci, click here.
Any female high school senior in California may apply for this scholarship opportunity if she is an athlete who plans to pursue higher education. Students may be pursuing higher education at a two or four year undergraduate program, technical school, vocational school, or trade school.
To apply, tell us what you love most about your sport. Additionally, upload an image of your time as a student athlete.
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The application deadline is Mar 5, 2025. Winners will be announced on Apr 7, 2025.
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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 Apr 7, 2025. 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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