NAHN Phoenix 2026 Winter Scholarship Application cycle is open. Submit by November 13, 2026

Dr. Ester Ruiz Academic Scholarship (1) $3000 

 The Dr. Ester Ruiz Academic Scholarship was developed to acknowledge the Phoenix Chapter  co-founder, Dr. Ester Ruiz, who has provided years of mentorship and scholarly contribution to  the Hispanic community. This award is for exceptional scholarship and pursuit of graduate degrees to improve practice, research and education.  

Bertha Sepulveda Community Service Scholarship (1) $3000 

 The Bertha Sepulveda Community Service Scholarship was developed to acknowledge the  Phoenix Chapter co-founder, Bertha Sepulveda, who provided years of mentorship, program development and community associations to promote the health of our  communities. The award is for exceptional community involvement. Fifteen (15) 

hours of community service  with NAHN Phoenix Chapter are required for this scholarship. 

Karen Para La Comunidad (1) ($2500)

 The Karen Para La Comunidad Scholarship was developed to honor the memory of Karen Garcia-Rodriguez Mowzoon.   Karen devoted her spare time to advocating and being an activist for the immigrant community, helping first generation college students with the application process for nursing school and volunteering for NAHN.

General Scholarship (4) $2,000 each award 

 The General Scholarship award is to assist in the professional development of nursing students pursuing academic endeavors in the nursing field. 

NCLEX Licensure Scholarship (1 awarded in Spring and 1 in Fall) $500

 The General Scholarship award is to assist in the professional development of nursing students pursuing academic endeavors in the nursing field. 

Advanced Certification Scholarship (1 awarded in Spring and 1 in Fall) $750

 This scholarship was established to assist in paying for graduate/advanced practice certification.