Scholarships
Investing in the future of healthcare.
Much like healthcare, education has the unique ability to enrich and support students and their communities. Through partnerships with Belmont Abbey College, Gaston College and Gaston County Schools, the CaroMont Health Foundation is working to strengthen our community, now and into the future.
Scholarships
Supporting Students on Their Healthcare Journey
For many students, a career in healthcare begins in a classroom, supported by mentors, scholarships and a community invested in their success. CaroMont Health Foundation is proud to invest in the next generation of nurses, physicians and healthcare professionals through 10 scholarship funds awarded annually to students across Gaston County and the CaroMont Health service area. From the Cares Scholarship to the Wayne F. Shovelin Scholarship, each fund reflects our commitment to strengthening the region's healthcare workforce for years to come.
General Scholarship Funds
Amanda George Self Emergency Medicine Scholarship
Established in 2018 in memory of Amanda George Self, a nurse manager in the Emergency Department at CaroMont Regional Medical Center, this scholarship supports students pursuing careers in emergency medicine.
Additional Criteria: Pursuing a career in emergency medicine
CaroMont Health Auxiliary Gertrude Clinton Health Career Scholarship
Established by the Gaston Memorial Hospital Auxiliary in 1971 and later renamed in memory of founding member Gertrude Clinton, this scholarship supports students pursuing an education in health-related programs.
Additional Criteria: Pursuing a health-related degree
Dr. Marty D’Amore Scholarship
Established in 2015 in memory of Dr. Marty D'Amore and his courageous battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), this scholarship supports students pursuing an education in the radiologic sciences.
Additional Criteria: Pursuing radiology sciences
Gene and Jo Woody Family Scholarship
Established in 2023, this scholarship honors Dr. Gene Woody, a dentist, and Mrs. Jo Woody, a registered nurse and Red Cross volunteer, whose long careers in healthcare were matched by a lifelong commitment to volunteer service. It supports students pursuing a healthcare-related education who share that commitment to serving others.
Additional Criteria: Pursuing a healthcare-related degree
George Washington Hall Scholarship
Established in 2023, this scholarship honors Mr. George Washington Hall, a long-time resident of Courtland Terrace, CaroMont Health's skilled nursing facility. It is awarded to Courtland Terrace employees who exemplify the center's dedication to patients receiving short- and long-term rehabilitation, assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care.
Additional Criteria: Courtland Terrace employee, promissory note required
Lonnie & Rachel Waggoner Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2005 to honor the professional and community service of Dr. Lonnie Waggoner and Mrs. Rachel Waggoner, this scholarship supports students pursuing an accredited nursing degree.
Additional Criteria: Pursuing a nursing degree
Mr. & Mrs. Joe R. Hudson Scholarship
Established in 1974, this scholarship supports students pursuing an education in nursing. Recipients agree to accept a position with CaroMont Health and remain a full-time employee for one year following graduation.
Additional Criteria: Pursuing a nursing degree, promissory note required
Team CaroMont Scholarship
Established in 2015 and funded by CaroMont Health employees, this scholarship supports CaroMont employees furthering their education through degree and select non-degree programs.
Additional Criteria: CaroMont Health employee
Newly Revised Wayne F. Shovelin Scholarship
The 2026 Wayne F. Shovelin Scholarship awards multiple students in healthcare programs who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership and community service.
2023 Scholarships
Scholarship Funds
Scholarship Recipients
Dollars Awarded