Scholarship Programs
Our Foundation awards scholarships to students who champion organ and tissue donation and are committed to making a difference in healthcare. Together with our family and partner funds, scholarships have been awarded to students across New Jersey since 2011.
Our Health Sciences Scholarship provides an opportunity to recognize and award college students pursuing careers in health sciences who are committed to advancing the mission of organ and tissue donation. It is proudly funded by our NJ Sharing Network staff.
Our High School Scholarship recognizes and awards graduating high school seniors who actively raise awareness about organ and tissue donation in their schools and communities. This scholarship is made possible In partnership with our family and partner funds.
85
Scholarships Awarded
Totaling More Than
$160,000
Scholarship for High School Advocates
Application opening fall 2026.
I am so grateful for the scholarship and proud that my work with this amazing organization paid off. I was able to spread the word about something I am very passionate about, all while furthering my education.
Scholarship for Health Sciences College Students
Application opening spring 2027
Receiving a scholarship from this incredible organization was such an honor! Working with them has truly reaffirmed my belief in the power of organ and tissue donation, and they motivate me to continue advocating for this cause and making a meaningful difference in my community every day.
Congratulations to our 2026 Scholarship Honorees!
Scholarships for Health Sciences College Students
Amber Astalos
Mercer County Community College
Major: Nursing
Clirver Farrow
University of Toledo
Major: Transplantation & Donation Science
Erica Hall
Chamberlain University
Major: Nursing
Katherine Marino
Chamberlain University
Major: MSN, Nursing
Lauren O’Leary
Georgian Court University
Major: Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Alexander Rausch
Case Western Reserve University
Major: Biochemistry
Andre Silvera
Rutgers University
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Tyrell Weir
Rutgers University Newark
Major: Nursing
Scholarships for High School Advocates
Daniel S. Buckiewicz Scholarship Fund
Jessica Theobald
Verona High School
Olivia Teta
Wall High School
Hearts for Emma Partner Fund
Grace Trinidad
Teaneck High School
Jim Rhatican Scholarship Fund
Olivia Huttinot
Dwight Morrow High School
Riley’s Path Fund
Victoria Pribish
Old Bridge High School
Leyla Rolon
South Plainfield High School