Meet our 2025 Scholarship recipients!

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. Must be a nursing student of Hispanic  descent. 

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 the Hispanic community.  The award is for exceptional community involvement. Fifteen (15) hours of community service  with NAHN Phoenix Chapter are required for this scholarship. Must be a nursing student of  Hispanic descent. 

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 many dreamers with the application process for nursing school and volunteering for NAHN. DACA preferred. 

General Scholarship (4) $2,000 each award 

The General Scholarship award is to assist in the professional development of (2) Hispanic  nursing students and (1) non-Hispanic nursing student pursuing academic endeavors in the  nursing field. 

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

This scholarship was developed to assist new graduates in paying for NCLEX or certification boards at any educational level.

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.