Announcing 2026-2027 Scholarship Recipients
- Ten Recipients of the Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health Scholarship
- Nine Recipients of the Avita Health Foundation Employee Scholarship
Avita Health Foundation has awarded $11,500 in scholarships to employees and college-age students for the 2026-2027 school year. All scholarship recipients are pursuing a course of study in an Allied Health or related field. Scholarships are made possible by Avita Health Foundation and funded by individual donors, as well as through proceeds from the Annual Moving Hearts & Soles 5k Run/Walk and Two-Mile Walk.
Congratulations to this year’s Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health Scholarship recipients:
- Rebecca Case from Mansfield, Ohio – Wittenberg University
- Cade Daniel from Tiro, Ohio – Ohio University
- Cameron Eckert from Galion, Ohio – Bowling Green State University
- Uloedo Ezike from Mansfield, Ohio – The Ohio State University
- Lily Feasel from Lexington, Ohio – Bowling Green State University
- Joette Marks from Tiro, Ohio – Marion Tech College
- Elisa McFadden from Mansfield, Ohio – Mt. Vernon Nazarene University
- Gabriella Roston from Galion, Ohio – University of Findlay
- Gretchen Shade from Nevada, Ohio – University of Findlay
- Madelynn Wegesin from Galion, Ohio – Heidelberg University
Congratulations to this year’s Avita Health Foundation Employee Scholarships recipients:
- Gingerine Beard from Mansfield, Ohio – Hondros College of Nursing
- Charity Erich from Fredericktown, Ohio – North Central State University
- Shelby Goddard from Crestline, Ohio – Franklin University
- Katie Judy-Mosley from Crestline, Ohio – Western Governors University
- Natalie Keinath from Galion, Ohio – North Central State College
- Julian Rawlins from Mansfield, Ohio – North Central State College
- Bailey Sheets from Sycamore, Ohio – Mt. Vernon Nazarene University
- Courtney White from Ashland, Ohio – North Central State College
- Lindsey Wilkes from Marion, Ohio – North Central State College
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Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health Scholarship
Eligibility
- The candidate must be one of the following:
- A graduating senior from a high school located within Crawford, Richland or Morrow Counties
- A student enrolled in a post-secondary institution whose permanent address is within Crawford or Richland County
- A child of an active part-time or full-time employee, who has successfully completed one year service with Avita Health System, who is a graduating high school senior or enrolled in a post-secondary institution (regardless of address).
- The candidate must be currently enrolled or accepted for attendance at an accredited vocational school, community college, or baccalaureate degree-granting institution.
- The candidate must be seeking a degree toward licensure or certification specific consideration given in the areas of Exercise Science/Physiology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, or Athletic Training.
Other Considerations
- Eight scholarships will be awarded as follows:
- Two Scholarships @ $1,000 and Six Scholarships @ $500
- The scholarship must be used by January 31, 2027 for fall or spring tuition (summer courses not included).
- The scholarships will be paid directly to the institution on behalf of the student upon verification of enrollment.
General Instructions
- Submit an essay, 200-300 words in length, discussing your goals in your specific field of study demonstrating your interest and intent on practicing in the above mentioned fields of allied health.
- Fill out the attached application and include all requested documents.
- The committee, after thorough investigation of an applicant, shall present recommendations for approval by the Avita Health Foundation Board of Directors.
- In the case of a tie between candidate applications, an interview with the Avita Health Foundation Scholarship Selection Committee may be requested.
- Deadline for submitting the application is May 15, 2026.
Applications are no longer being accepted for 2026. See you next year!
Avita Health Foundation Employee Scholarship
Eligibility
- The candidate must be an active full-time or part-time employee, who has successfully completed one year of service with Avita Health System and is currently enrolled or enrolling in a post secondary institution in the 2026-26 school year (does not include summer courses).
- The candidate must be accepted for attendance at an accredited vocational school, community college, or baccalaureate degree-granting institution.
- The candidate must be seeking a degree or certification in a healthcare-related field.
Other Considerations
- Eight scholarships will be awarded as follows:
- Two Scholarships @ $1,000 and Six Scholarships @ $500
- The scholarship must be used by January 31, 2027 for fall or spring tuition.
- The scholarship will be paid directly to the institution on behalf of the employee after enrollment is verified.
General Instructions
- Provide a detailed explanation (in essay format) of your goals in the healthcare field you are pursuing and how receiving this scholarship would enhance your skills to benefit Avita Health System.
- Fill out the attached application and include all requested documents.
- The committee, after thorough investigation of an applicant, shall present recommendations for approval of the Avita Health Foundation Board.
- In the case of a tie between candidate applications, an interview with the Avita Health Foundation Scholarship Selection Committee may be requested.
- Deadline for submitting the application is May 15, 2026.
Applications are no longer being accepted for 2026. See you next year!
Past Recipients
2026
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Rebecca Case attending Wittenberg University
- Cade Daniel attending Ohio University
- Cameron Eckert attending Bowling Green State University
- Ulodedo Ezike attending The Ohio State University
- Lily Feasel attending Bowling Green State University
- Joette Marks attending Marion Technical College
- Elisa McFadden attending Mount Vernon Nazarene University
- Gabriella Roston attending University of Findlay
- Gretchen Shade attending University of Findlay
- Madelynn Wegesin attending Heidelberg University
Employee
- Gingerine Beard attending Hondros College of Nursing
- Charity Erich attending North Central State College
- Shelby Goddard attending Franklin University
- Katie Judy-Mosley attending Western Governors University
- Natalie Keinath attending North Central State College
- Julian Rawlins attending North Central State College
- Bailey Sheets attending Mt. Vernon Nazarene University
- Courtney White attending North Central State College
- Lindsey Wilkes attending North Central State College
2025
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Rebecca Case attending Wittenberg University
- Cameron Eckert attending Bowling Green State University
- Lily Feasel attending Bowling Green State University
- Braeden Horn attending University of Findlay
- Ellie Maurer attending University of Louisville
- Derek McCunn attending University of Findlay
- Elisa McFadden attending Mount Vernon Nazarene University
- Chelsea Niedermier attending Ashland University
- Gretchen Shade attending University of Findlay
Employee
- Gingerine Beard attending North Central State College
- Lajonta Cameron attending Barton Community College
- Elizabeth Layla Dials attending Ohio Northern University
- Corin Feik attending Marion Technical College
- Abigail Hocker attending Western Governors University
- Malorie Martin attending Northern Kentucky University
- Anissa Taylor attending Marion Tech College
- Rebecca Wheeler attending Western Governors University
2024
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Jacob Barnes attending Ohio State University
- Karmyn Blizzard attending Ohio State University
- Paige Caudill attending Marion Tech College
- Ellie Maurer attending University of Louisville
- Elisa McFadden attending Mt. Vernon Nazarene University
- Chelsea Niedermier attending Ashland University
- Caroline Schlorb attending Ohio Wesleyan University
- Paige Shealy attending Ohio State University
- Madelynn Wegesin attending Heidelberg College
Employee
- Jessica Bohach attending Marion Tech College
- Karisa Hall attending North Central State College
- Dillon Hoskins attending Kent State University
- Brittany McGrew attending Western Governors University
- Aimee McKenzie attending Ashland University
- Anissa Taylor attending Marion Tech College
- Kimberly Wenninger attending University of Cincinnati at Clermont
- Rebecca Wheeler attending Western Governors University
2023
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Jacob Barnes attending Ohio State University
- Karmyn Blizzard attending Ohio State University
- Elizabeth Dials attending Ohio Northern University
- Madison Dion attending North Central State College
- Corin Feik attending Marion Tech College
- Braeden Horn attending Bluffton University
- Ellie Maurer attending University of Louisville
- Elisa McFadden attending Mt. Vernon Nazarene University
- Chelsea Niedermier attending Ashland University
- Paige Shealy attending Ohio State University
- Kasidee Sinclair attending Kent State University
Employee
- Alexander Becker attending Wright State University
- Lajonta Cameron attending Marion Tech College
- Heather Dewine-Vance attending North Central State College
- Elizabeth Donaugh attending Marion Tech College
- Karisa Hall attending North Central State College
- Brittany McGrew attending Western Governors University
- Shellie Paone attending North Central State College
- Rebecca Wheeler attending Western Governors University
2022
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Jacob Barnes attending Ohio State University
- Karmyn Blizzard attending OSU Marion
- Corin Feik attending Marion Tech
- Ellie Maurer attending University of Louisville
- Chelsea Niedermier attending Ashland University
- Jalyn Oswald attending Mt. Union University
- Paige Shealy attending North Central State College
- Kasidee Sinclair attending Kent State University
- Brody Symsick attending Bluffton University
- Branden Wegesin attending Otterbein University
Employee
- Lajonta Cameron attending Marion Tech
- Tara Hensley attending North Central State College
- Timothy Stahle attending Muskingum University
2021
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Parker Stigall attending Mt. Vernon Nazarene
- McKenna Stephens attending Findley University
- Kylee Phonchone attending Marion Tech
- Jalyn Oswald attending Mt. Union University
- Jacob Barnes attending Ohio State University
- Elizabeth Dials attending Ohio Northern University
Employee
- Samantha Corbin attending North Central State College
- Carla Bennett attending North Central State College
- Brinne Collins attending Tri Rivers CC
- Crystal Dickerson attending Tri Rivers CC
- Alison Heiser attending Ohio State University
2020
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Lydia Feik – Tiro
- Ally Green – New Washington
- Madison Harmon – Galion
- Grace Miller – Ontario
- Parker Stigall – Mansfield
Employee
- Carla Bennett – New Washington
- Samantha Corbin – Bucyrus
- Crystal Dickerson – Ashland
- Stephanie Parker – Bucyrus
- Morgan Smith – Bellville
2019
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Cheryl Bodjanac – Ontario
- Sarah Castle – Marion
- Bailey Schott – Bucyrus
- Parker Stigall – Mansfield
- Emma Studer – Bloomville
- Carina Weaver – Lexington
Employee
- Carla Bennett – New Washington
- Ka Woon Yvonne – Shelby
- Mallory Hoskins – Bucyrus
- Jennifer Rodman – Shelby
- Morgan Smith – Bellville
- Samantha Wilhite – Cresline
2018
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Sarah Castle – Marion
- Cole Heinlen – Bucyrus
- Abigail Pendergast – Mansfield
- Emma Studer – Bloomville
Employee
- Carla Bennett – New Washington
- Clay Fogle – Bucyrus
- Taneshia Jackson – Ontario
- Jennifer Rodman – Shelby
- Lisa Schofield – Mansfiled
2017
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Jamie Blunt – Shelby
- Cheryl Bodjanac – Ontario
- Mikayla Briggs – Lexington
- Sarah Castle – Marion
- Grace Schiefer – Nevada
- Emma Studer – Bloomville
Employee
- Clay Fogle – Bucyrus
- Andy Gillespie – Galion
- Megan Hardin – Mansfield
- Brittany Stump – Bucyrus
2016
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Kelsey Brown – Crestline
- Caleb Doup – Fredericktown
- Joshua Eckert – Galion
- Jenna Shipman – Mt. Gilead
Employee
- Harley Anthony – Sycamore
- Cindy Barth – Nevada
- Nancy Branam – Sulphur Springs
- Megan Hardin – Mansfield
- Lindsay Schott – Bucyrus
- Brittany Stump – Bucyrus
2015
Dr. Theodore Ebner Allied Health
- Chelsea Ridenour – Shelby
- Bailey Schott – Bucyrus
- Jennifer Stroker – Lexington
Employee
- Abby Henderson – Crestline
- Harley Detillion – Sycamore
- Christina Neise – Crestline
- Elizabeth Ryhal – New Hampshire
- Nathalia Spade – Galion
2014
Employee
- Jennifer Green – New Washington
- Megan Parker – Bucyrus
- Brittany Stump – Bucyrus
2013
Allied Health & Education
- Eleanor Frye – Galion
- Michaela Gearhart – Crestline
- Haley McCarthy – Tiro
- Celestia Starner – Bucyrus
Employee
- Casey Britton – Crestline
- Angela Brown – Galion
- Ashia Jones – Mansfield
- Kristy Raby – Bucyrus
2012
Allied Health & Education
- Nichole Downing – Bucyrus
- Kaitlyn Gearhart – Crestline
- Taylor Hoffman – Bucyrus
- Chad McCray – Galion
Employee
- Casey Britton – Crestline
- Brandi Grogg – Galion
- Kimberly Robertson – Caledonia
- Ashley Scherger – Tiffin
2011
Allied Health & Education
- Luke Bruct – Galion
- Kelly Fruth -Crestline
- Kourtney Hanshaw – Mt. Gilead
- George Miller – Galion
- Danielle Stall – Galion
Employee
- Donna Comptons – Mt. Gilead
2009
Allied Health & Education
- Matthew Ellis – Galion
2008
Allied Health & Education
- Kyle Kocher – Galion