Jean M. Brown Nursing Scholarship Fund
Forecasted
The Jean M. Brown Nursing Scholarship Fund, from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois, supports aspiring nurses dedicated to advancing healthcare in Central Illinois.
Funder: Community Foundation of Central Illinois
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Universal Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award amount varies; typically supports one or more nursing students annually.
Summary: Supports aspiring nursing students in the Central Illinois region in honor of Jean M. Brown’s pioneering nursing career.
Description
The Jean M. Brown Nursing Scholarship Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of Central Illinois (CFCI), honors the legacy of Jean M. Brown—Caterpillar’s first Industrial Nurse and a 1938 graduate of the St. Francis School of Nursing. This endowed scholarship aims to encourage and support students pursuing careers in nursing, continuing Ms. Brown’s commitment to advancing the field and fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals.
