Sandy’s Scholarship
Sandy Dykshoorn was a beloved nurse and nurturer who passed away unexpectedly on January 3rd, 2025.
Sandy was a caregiver and went out of her way to be a helper to others in any way she could be, always putting others before herself. She was known for being selfless, and she was an advocate for those she cared for, taking a particular interest in the Alzheimer’s Association.
This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Sandy Dykshoorn by supporting students who share her calling to healthcare and/or human services.
Any high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student in New York who is pursuing healthcare may apply for this scholarship opportunity. Nurses, caregivers, and those working with Alzheimer’s and dementia patients are especially encouraged to apply.
To apply, tell us about yourself, your career goals, and what inspired you to pursue healthcare. Additionally, upload an image of you participating in an event for caregiving or community service. This photo should represent your selflessness and desire to care for or do things for others.
Please tell us about yourself and your career goals. What inspired you to pursue a career in healthcare?
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The application deadline is Dec 6, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jan 6, 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 Jan 6, 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 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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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.