[Amarillo Area Foundation](https://amarilloareafoundation.org)

March 2027

Award amount not specified; scholarship supports advanced education for flight nurses from the Texas Panhandle.

Supports current Texas Panhandle flight nurses seeking to advance their education and professional credentials through academic and certification support.

Forecasted cycle; eligibility requires current flight nurse status and specific certifications.

--- ## Description The scholarship supports current flight nurses residing in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who wish to advance their education and professional credentials. It emphasizes academic excellence and professional certification, aiming to foster expertise and career growth among flight nurses in the region. The scholarship is part of the Amarillo Area Foundation's broader mission to enhance healthcare quality and professional development in the Texas Panhandle. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The award amount is not specified in the available materials. - The scholarship is intended to support college-level education and professional advancement for eligible flight nurses. --- ## Eligibility - **Professional Status:** Must be a current flight nurse. - **Residency:** Must reside in one of the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. - **Academic Requirements:** - Minimum 3.0 GPA to apply. - Must maintain a 3.5 or better cumulative GPA while in college. - **Certification:** Must hold at least one of the following: - CEN (Certified Emergency Nurse) - CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) - CFRN (Certified Flight Registered Nurse) - **Education Level:** For those pursuing college-level education to further their flight nursing credentials. --- ## Application Process - Submit an application through the Amarillo Area Foundation's [General Application Portal](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/). - Required documentation: - Proof of current flight nurse status. - Verification of CEN, CCRN, or CFRN certification. - Academic transcripts showing a minimum 3.0 GPA. - Other standard scholarship materials (resume, tax form/SAR, transcripts as outlined on the [scholarship applicant page](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/scholarship/)). --- ## Additional Information - Only one application is required to be considered for multiple scholarships through the Amarillo Area Foundation. - Applicants are encouraged to review all eligibility requirements and prepare documentation before beginning the application. - The scholarship cycle typically opens in early January, with a projected deadline in March. --- ## External Links - [Amarillo Area Foundation Scholarships Overview](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/26-scholarships) - [General Application Portal](https://aaf.spectrumportal.net/) - [Scholarship Applicant Information](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/scholarship/) - [College Scholarships Listing](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/college-scholarships/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 806-376-4521 | | Contact Form | [Foundation Contact Page](https://amarilloareafoundation.org/contact/) | ---

Scott Riola Memorial Scholarship Fund

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