Grants & Scholarships
Presented by the Texas Nurses District 9 Foundation
The Texas Nurses District 9 Foundation is proud to support the growth, education, and advancement of nurses through a variety of scholarships and grants. We are now accepting applicants for the 2025 cycle.
D9 Grant
Awarded to support educational advancement in nursing.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be one of the following:
- Enrolled in an RN nursing program and a member of the Texas Nursing Students’ Association (TNSA) in District 9
OR - A Registered Nurse in good standing enrolled in a higher degree or certification program in nursing and a member of Texas Nurses Association (TNA) District 9
Sabina Fritsch Public Health Scholarship
A specialized scholarship for nurses with a passion for community-based care.
Additional Requirements:
Applicants must meet D9 Grant eligibility and demonstrate:
- Experience in public health, community health, hospice, home health, or ambulatory care (e.g., nursing roles, patient education, volunteer service)
- A discussion of career goals and plans within these areas
Carol Coats Mental Health Scholarship
Dedicated to advancing psychiatric and mental health nursing.
Additional Requirements:
Applicants must meet D9 Grant eligibility and demonstrate:
- Experience in the mental health field (e.g., clinical work, education, volunteer involvement)
- A discussion of career goals and plans in mental health nursing
D9 Nursing Scholarship for Clinical Projects
Supports RNs conducting clinical or research-based projects.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must be:
- A Registered Nurse involved in a clinically relevant nursing project
- A current member of TNA District 9
Project examples include:
- Thesis
- Dissertation
- Capstone project
- DNP project
- Healthcare organization quality improvement or research project
Donna Wooten Nursing Education Scholarship
Honoring the legacy of Donna Wooten, this scholarship supports community college-level nursing students.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be enrolled in one of the following programs:
- LVN to Associate Degree RN
- LVN to Bachelor RN
- Associate Degree RN
Funded by: Friends and family of Donna Wooten through the Texas Nurses District 9 Foundation Scholarship Fund.
How to Apply
- Visit www.tnadistrict9.com/scholarshipgrants
- Review the full eligibility criteria and application guidelines
- Complete the application and submit all supporting documents by September 14, 2025 at midnight
If you need help or have questions, contact us at tna9@tnadistrict9.com or call 713-523-3619.
We look forward to supporting your journey in nursing!