Explore education and training for a healthcare career with financial support from the Pathways to Equity Healthcare Scholarship Program at Nehalem Bay Health Center & Pharmacy.
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The scholarship supports Tillamook County residents preparing for healthcare careers through eligible short-term education and training programs.
Support can extend beyond tuition to help with expenses required to complete healthcare education or training.
Important: Housing, rent, and related expenses are not covered. Personal electronics are generally not covered unless required by the course. Awards are individually determined, subject to available funding, and do not automatically renew. The program does not provide cash advances; approved costs are paid directly or reimbursed with prior authorization and receipts.
Financial assistance for tuition and other eligible education or training costs.
Assistance with transportation expenses related to attending your healthcare training program.
Support with childcare expenses while attending classes or completing required training.
Help covering required certification exams, licensing fees, and other professional expenses.
Additional expenses related to healthcare education or training may be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval and available funding.
Ready to apply? Follow the steps below to review the scholarship requirements, prepare your information, and complete your online application.
Read the Applicant Information Sheet and confirm your residency, education pathway, and program eligibility.
Gather your school contact information, estimated program expenses, details of other financial aid, and your personal statement.
Complete the online scholarship application. The scholarship committee reviews submissions and notifies applicants in writing.
The Pathways to Equity Scholarship Program is about more than financial assistance. It's about helping local residents overcome barriers to education, pursue meaningful careers, and contribute to the future of healthcare in our communities.
During its first funding period, the program supported students pursuing careers in nursing, medical assisting, phlebotomy, medical interpreting, and other healthcare fields.
Results as of June 2026
The first Pathways to Equity funding period ended in June 2026. New support now makes it possible for the program to continue.
Nehalem Bay Health Center & Pharmacy has received grants totaling $500,000 from the Loren E. Parks Trust Fund of Oregon Community Foundation for the Pathways to Equity Healthcare Scholarship Program.
The funding will help continue educational opportunities for Tillamook County residents pursuing healthcare careers and support the region’s future healthcare workforce.
No. Applicants may be enrolled in, accepted into, or planning to apply to an eligible short-term healthcare program. They must meet their school's enrollment requirements.
Yes. Textbooks, required uniforms, lab and exam fees, and background checks may be covered. Gas cards and childcare support may also be available upon request.
The scholarship does not offer cash advances. It pays schools or vendors directly, or reimburses approved expenses after pre-approval and submission of receipts.
No. Housing, rent, and housing-related expenses are not covered.
No. Each award has an individually determined limit, and scholarships do not automatically renew.
Have questions about eligibility, covered expenses, or the application process? We're happy to help! Contact our scholarship coordinator for more information about the Pathways to Equity Healthcare Scholarship Program.
Maria Carrillo
Pathways to Equity Scholarship Coordinator
Nehalem Bay Health Center & Pharmacy
Email: mcarrillo@nehalembayhealth.org
Phone: 503-368-5182, ext. 119
