March of Dimes and Pampers® Award Nursing Scholarships to Six Dedicated Students
March of Dimes and Pampers® Award Nursing Scholarships to Six Dedicated Students
On May 15, 2025, March of Dimes, in partnership with Pampers®, announced the recipients of this year's Nursing Scholarships. These six exceptional nursing students have demonstrated a courageous commitment to advancing the health of mothers and babies across the United States. Each scholarship award winner received $10,000 to further their education and tackle the pressing maternal and infant health crisis in their communities.
Cindy Rahman, the President and CEO of March of Dimes, expressed her admiration for the dedication shown by these students. “I am continually inspired by those nurses who dedicate their careers to improving care for mothers and infants. These awardees represent the future of maternal and child health leaders who understand the challenges firsthand and are committed to ensuring families everywhere get a healthy start,” she stated.
The collaboration between March of Dimes and Pampers®, which has lasted over 25 years, aims to reduce preventable maternal and infant deaths in America. Alissa Fitzgibbons, Senior Director of Communications for PG Baby Care, emphasized the importance of nurturing the foundation of a healthy and happy mother to ensure that every baby experiences the best care possible.
The statistics reveal the urgency of this initiative: according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the United States stands as the most dangerous developed country for childbirth, with over 80% of pregnancy-related deaths deemed preventable. By supporting nursing students, March of Dimes and Pampers seek to empower future healthcare leaders in addressing these critical disparities in care.
Awardees of the March of Dimes Nursing Scholarships 2025
Graduate Nursing Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to registered nurses enrolled in graduate nursing programs committed to enhancing maternal and child health.
Katie Page is an obstetric nurse and member of the American College of Nurse Midwives, currently pursuing a Doctorate at the University of Colorado. She articulated her vision saying, “This scholarship allows me to shape healthcare systems to better serve families across the country.”
Karie E. Stewart, with a Master’s in Public Health and an obstetric nurse from the University of Illinois, emphasized that her doctoral research aims to dismantle systemic barriers affecting Black mothers and infants. “This scholarship will increase visibility for community-driven and innovative solutions,” she shared.
Scholarships for Nurse Midwives
This category supports students in accredited nurse-midwifery programs focused on expanding access to obstetric care and postpartum support.
Hana Hamdi from Yale University values the importance of clinical practice combined with public health advocacy. “This scholarship affirms my vision to expand midwifery-led primary care services and ensure maternity centers have adequate resources.”
Nicole Haas-Loomis, studying at Vanderbilt University and dedicated to addressing disparities in maternal and infant health through culturally competent care, remarked, “This award empowers me to continue my vital work as a midwife and educator.”
Scholarships for Bachelor’s Degree Students
These scholarships support undergraduate students pursuing careers related to maternal and infant health.
Michael Lopez, currently in the BSN program at the University of Miami, expressed his commitment to addressing healthcare disparities and noted, “Receiving this scholarship will enhance my neonatal nursing experience.”
Bethany Cooper, from Avila University, highlighted her lifelong dedication to improving maternal health. “This scholarship enables me to refine my skills to provide life-changing care,” she said.
For more information about the March of Dimes Nursing Scholarships, visit marchofdimes.org/nursingscholarships.
About March of Dimes
Founded in 1938, March of Dimes has been at the forefront of advocating for the health of all mothers and infants. They support vital research and education initiatives while providing programs designed to ensure every family has the best possible start.
About Pampers®
For over six decades, Pampers has been trusted by parents worldwide to care for their babies. As part of The Procter & Gamble Company, Pampers is the number one selling diaper globally, with over 25 million babies using Pampers in 100 countries daily. For more information on products and resources, visit pampers.com.
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