The Bates County Community Health Foundation (BCCHF) is
pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the BCCHF
Health Care Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to Bates
County residents who are pursuing a career in health care.
The scholarship is entirely funded through the foundation’s
fundraising efforts and is designed to support students who have been accepted
into an accredited health care program.
BCCHF Health Care Scholarship Criteria:
To be eligible for the BCCHF Health Care Scholarship,
applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Reside in Bates
County
• Pursuing a
career in the health care field
• Proof of
acceptance in a chosen health care program
• Maintain a
minimum GPA of 3.0 (provide a copy of transcript)
• Demonstrate
strong communication skills
• Submit an essay
explaining why they are pursuing a career in health care
• Provide three
letters of recommendation
Applications must be submitted no later than May 22, 2026.
The complete scholarship criteria and application form can
be found at:
https://www.bcmhospital.com/foundation/bcchf-community-health-projects/
Printed applications are also available for pick-up at the
Information Desk at:
Bates County Memorial Hospital
615 W. Nursery Street
Butler, MO 64730
For more information, please contact Katie Barbee at the Bates County Memorial Hospital Administration Office at 660-200-7072.
