Spring Fundraiser

A Call to Action

“What I think is different about the Lois Price Spratlen Foundation is that it has always felt like more of a family. I try to remember that being a scholarship recipient means that people believe in you and that you have professional support to fall back on.”
Emma Oswald, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, 2016 Scholar

You are a member of that family of advanced practice psychiatric nurses and mental health advocates that has made a difference in the lives of countless vulnerable members of our community.

Through your support, the Lois Price Spratlen Foundation has awarded more than $50,000 in scholarships to 32 nurse scholars. Those past scholars are today’s providers. They work in community mental health, private practice, and in critical need areas such as the Department of Corrections and Veterans Affairs.

“I’m really grateful for the scholarship I received through the Lois Price Spratlen Foundation, especially for the connections I was able to make through the Foundation. I love working in community mental health. It is messy and complicated and very rewarding.”
Melanie Kristoferson, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, 2017 Scholar

This week, the Foundation asks for you to contribute with a GiveBIG donation. Donations made through May 8 will be counted to help match a $1,500 GiveBIG challenge.

“My education pursuit and career goals would not be possible without your relentless support from scholarship sponsors like Lois Spratlen Foundation. I hope one day I will be able to help other students achieve their goals as you have helped me.”
Jane Nwankwookoye, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP, 2018 Scholar

The PMHNP students who will receive scholarships in 2024 and beyond need your support. Their future is the future of the profession, and the future of mental health care.

“I really appreciate being given the opportunity to receive that scholarship; it was very helpful in alleviating my financial burden.”
Anteneh Woldeselassie, 2024 PMHNP Program Graduate, 2023 Scholar

Your donation is a response to Lois Price Spratlen’s call for action. It builds upon her commitment to education, her pursuit of social justice, and her determination to challenge our perceived limitations.

“It’s so huge, what Lois believed in and what she stood for. LPSF is meaningful for me because it is a group of experienced mental health nurses, nurse practitioners, and nurse leaders, who have supported my career development and can provide a community of engagement, education, and support beyond my years in school.”
Emma Oswald, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, 2016 Scholar