he McDonough District Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce the 2025-2026 scholarship award winners.
The MDH Foundation and MDH Gift Gallery offer assistance to individuals pursuing a career or continuing their education in a healthcare-related field.
This year $27,500 was awarded in scholarships benefiting 15 recipients.
For more information on the scholarship program or to donate, contact the MDH Foundation at (309) 836-1757.
2025-2026 Scholarship Award Recipients
Recipient Scholarship
Johnbosco Achokwu Haldon and Hazel Curless Nursing Scholarship
Emma Carson Gabbert Nursing Scholarship
Dana Cobix Winona Winters Scholarship
Erin Curley Winona Winters Scholarship
Alivia Daniels Winona Winters Scholarship
Makalie Dobbs Donna M. Twomey Nursing Scholarship
Kalea Foster Ruby Teel Health Career Scholarship
Kaitlin Fredriksen Gayle and Ron Peterson Nursing Scholarship
Peggy Gullidge Ruby Teel Health Career Scholarship
Alexandra Off MDH Foundation Scholarship
Lauren Powell Carolyn J. Baumann Nursing Scholarship
Antonina Skiles MDH Gift Gallery Scholarship
Madilyn Stephens Winona Winters Scholarship
Mason Royer Maxine Simeral Scholarship
Kenlee Welsh Dr. George Roodhouse Health Career Scholarship
***Courtesy of the McDonough District Hospital***
